Griffin Health Diagnostic Imaging offers a breakthrough tool in dementia diagnosis with Vizamyl™
Vizamyl (flutemetamol F18 injection) is an FDA-approved radiopharmaceutical agent used in Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scans to visualize beta-amyloid neuritic plaques in the brains of adult patients. The presence of these plaques is a critical biomarker in the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. Vizamyl PET imaging is particularly valuable in cases where the cause of cognitive decline is uncertain, or where a definitive diagnosis would guide clinical decision-making. The scan results can provide additional information to either support or rule out the presence of Alzheimer’s pathology as the cause of the cognitive impairment, contributing to a more informed diagnosis.
Compassionate, Comforting Comprehensive Care
With Vizamyl, Griffin is equipped to assist neurologists, geriatricians, and referring physicians in the complex process of dementia diagnosis and treatment planning. Griffin’s advanced PET capabilities can facilitate the use of Vizamyl imaging, enabling physicians to estimate beta-amyloid neuritic plaque density in the brain to evaluate Alzheimer’s disease (AD) or other causes of cognitive decline.
Griffin Health offers a comprehensive approach to support neurology patients and their families through a range of services, including:
- Affiliated neurologists for consultation and indicated treatments.
- Physical and occupational therapy, including specialized cognitive therapy and neurological rehabilitation programs.
- Primary care through Griffin Faculty Physicians.
- Support groups, such as the Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group.
- Community support through its Community Health Resource Center and social services department.
This integrated approach helps referring physicians and specialists manage the complex process of dementia care, from diagnosis to ongoing patient and family support.
Contact Us
For more information about Vizamyl PET, call 203-732-7265.
Healthcare providers can schedule Vizamyl PET scans for eligible patients by faxing orders to Central Scheduling at Griffin Health at 203-732-1559.
Community Resources
Griffin Health Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group
The Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group is designed to provide emotional, educational and social support for caregivers. Program helps participants develop methods and skills to solve problems. Encourages care givers to maintain their own personal, physical and emotional health as well as optimally care for the person with dementia.
Alzheimer’s Association Free 24/7 Alzheimer’s & Dementia Helpline – 800-272-3900.
I Have Alzheimer’s: Resources for Support – www.alz.org/help-support/i-have-alz
Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiver Support – www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving
Brain Health Habit Builder – www.alz.org/help-support/brain_health/brain-health-habit-builder
My ALZ Journey App – www.alz.org/help-support/resources/my-alz-journey