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Sandra S. Swantek, MD is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Rush Medical College, Rush University. She serves as the Director of the Section of Geriatric Psychiatry at Rush Senior Care, located at 1725 W. Harrison St., Suite 955, Chicago, IL 60612.
Dr. Swantek's clinical expertise spans a wide range of geriatric mental health issues:
- Alzheimer's disease and other dementias
- Behavior management and therapy for older adults
- Delirium and cognitive disorders
- Depression in older adults
- End-of-life care and palliative care
- Lewy body disease
- Medical decision making capacity
- Memory loss and mild cognitive impairment
- Psychopharmacology integrated with medical management
- Stroke-related cognitive effects
Her research focuses on geriatric psychiatry, dementia care, and mental health services for older adults. Dr. Swantek has contributed to important discussions on Alzheimer's disease diagnosis, person-centered dementia care, geriatric psychiatry workforce development, and the role of biomarkers in dementia. Her work bridges clinical practice with academic research to improve mental health outcomes for aging populations.
Dr. Swantek has made significant contributions to geriatric psychiatry education, particularly in developing training frameworks and competencies for the field. Her publications reflect her commitment to advancing both clinical practice and educational standards in geriatric mental health.
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