Cognitive Aging, Alzheimer’s Disease, and Dementia: Diagnosis, Treatment, Research Directions, and the Role of the Psychologist

Continuing Education Information

Rutgers Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP) is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0123.
 

Rutgers Graduate School of Applied & Professional Psychology is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Rutgers Graduate School of Applied & Professional Psychology maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Instructor Bio

Michelle Papka, Ph.D., is the Director and Founder of The CRCNJ. She has over 30 years combined experience as a researcher and clinician specializing in the field of aging, Alzheimer’s disease, and dementia. She has practiced as a neuropsychologist, psychotherapist, and researcher, serving as the Principal Investigator on over 35 recent clinical trials for Alzheimer’s disease, memory impairment, or mild cognitive impairment. 

Dr. Papka has had numerous publications of her work and is an active public speaker, invited editor, grant reviewer, consultant, and committee member of multiple specialized organizations and publications in the field of aging and Alzheimer’s Disease. 

Dr. Papka is passionate about the goals and mission of The CRCNJ and strives daily to contribute to the diagnosis, treatment, and cure of age-related cognitive decline in her community and at-large. She is especially thankful to her staff, patients, and involved families for sharing this journey. 

Dr. Papka does not have any conflicts of interest for this program.