Einstein Experts
Joe Verghese, M.B.,B.S., M.S.
Professor, Saul R. Korey Department of Neurology, Einstein
Murray D. Gross Memorial Faculty Scholar in Gerontology, Einstein
Chief, Divisions of Cognitive and Motor Aging, Einstein and Montefiore
Attending Physician, Department of Neurology, Montefiore Health System
Chief, Division of Geriatrics, Montefiore Health System
Alzheimer's disease/dementiaGait/mobilityAgingFallsFrailty
Dr. Joe Verghese is a board-certified neurologist and expert on aging who assesses how diseases and aging affect cognitive ability and mobility in older adults. Among his current projects, he is evaluating the effectiveness of a non-invasive brain stimulation technique intended to alleviate symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and improve brain function. He is also conducting studies across the world to identify the causes of cognitive impairment and risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
Dr. is a recipient of the Beeson award from the National Institute on Aging and the Outstanding Scientific Achievement for Clinical Investigation Award from the American Geriatrics Society. He has over 250 publications in his areas of expertise.
Highlighted Media Coverage
Einstein Multimedia
Science Talk: Slow Walking Speed and Memory Complaints Can Predict Dementia
Einstein On: Frailty, Dr. Joe Verghese
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