In this special episode, The Good GP interviews the podcasters of Dementia in Practice, GPs Dr Hilton Koppe, Dr Marita Long and Dr Steph Daly. 

This episode covers who might be assessed for dementia and the assessment in general practice, the screening tools available for GPs and tips for history taking.  

We also explore the diagnosis framework and the exclusion and inclusion criteria to consider.

Resources discussed:  
- Dementia in training podcast: https://dta.com.au/general-practitioners/#podcast 
- Supporting slides: https://www.racgp.org.au/FSDEDEV/media/documents/20210415-Key-slides-Demystifying-dementia-webinars.pdf
- GP resources: https://www.racgp.org.au/FSDEDEV/media/documents/20211012-GP-Resources-updated.pdf
- GP resources page on DTA website: https://dta.com.au/general-practitioners/

Want to learn more? The RACGP and Dementia Training Australia have a three-part webinar series for GPs: www.racgp.org.au/online-events/search-events?series=DemystifyingDementia

If you have a question or would like to get in touch with The Good GP, please email wa.events@racgp.org.au

Dementia – Episode 107

The Good GP, the education podcast for busy GPs; brought to you by Dr Tim Koh, Dr Krystyna DeLange and Dr Sean Stevens, in collaboration with RACGP WA.

Disclaimer: The Good GP podcasts are for informational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice. Always seek the advice of a specialist GP or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.