Debunking Dementia Myths

Event Date: February 7th, 2020

Addressing common points of misinformation on the internet regarding dementia, Drs. Richard Sztramko and Anthony Levinson help to separate fact from fiction during this session. During this event they look at various dementia-related myths such as coconut oil, diet, genetics, care practices, and much more.

Dr. Richard Sztramko

Geriatrician, Assistant Professor, McMaster University

Through his work with patients with dementia and their families, Dr. Sztramko came to understand that there is a desire and need for online education about dementia that has been developed by experts in geriatrics. This inspired him to pursue the creation of iGeriCare.

Dr. Anthony Levinson

Neuropsychiatrist, Director, Division of e-Learning Innovation, McMaster University

At the Division of e-Learning Innovation, Dr. Levinson exercises his passion for researching and developing online solutions to deliver high-quality health educational experiences to both the public and health care professionals. iGeriCare provides a unique opportunity to leverage his expertise in mental health and learning technologies to create a modern and engaging approach to dementia education.