Media Release

Mangaluru, Sep 24: KMC Hospital, Attavar, Mangaluru, observed World Alzheimer’s Day with a meaningful afternoon dedicated to awareness, learning and collaboration on dementia care. The programme, titled “Dementia: Beyond forgetfulness – Recognize early, understand better, care together,” brought together senior citizens, students and hospital staff to deepen their understanding of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

The programme was organised collaboratively by the departments of geriatric medicine, neurology and psychiatry, with moderation by the department of medicine, bringing together multidisciplinary perspectives on dementia.

The expert sessions were conducted by Dr Akshatha Rao - Assistant professor from geriatric medicine; Dr Sharath PS - Assistant professor from neurology; and Dr Keshav Pai - Professor from psychiatry. The sessions focused on recognising early warning signs, understanding the progression of dementia, diagnosis and management, and the importance of compassionate and person-centred care. The programme was moderated by Dr Kaushik SR, assistant professor, department of general medicine, facilitating an engaging and multidisciplinary exchange of knowledge.

The interactive programme provided participants with an opportunity to learn from specialists, clarify their concerns and gain a more holistic understanding of dementia and its impact on individuals and families.

The programme highlighted an important message: dementia care is not only about treating a disease, but also about preserving dignity, supporting families and helping people live meaningful lives for as long as possible.

Through this multidisciplinary initiative, KMC Hospital reaffirmed its commitment to creating greater awareness about dementia and promoting informed, compassionate and collaborative care for older adults and their families.