Brook Health, a leader in remote patient care and AI-powered health support, and Linus Health, a digital health company enabling early detection of Alzheimer's and other dementias, today announced a groundbreaking collaboration that allows patients to be screened, assessed, and sent home with a treatment plan for cognitive issues on the same day, backed by direct access to a 24/7 remote clinical care team. 

This alliance addresses a critical gap in cognitive care. With dementia ranking as one of the biggest health-related fears for people over 65, many individuals seeking help for themselves or loved ones have exhausted available avenues or don't know where to turn. Primary care providers, often the first point of contact, frequently lack the tools to support these individuals and resort to specialist referrals, leading to long wait times and delayed treatment.

The joint solution, combining Linus Health's advanced digital cognitive assessment tools with Brook Health's remote care platform, empowers primary care physicians, making early detection of mild cognitive impairment (MCI)–a precursor of dementia–as routine as any other preventive screening. This approach enables earlier interventions that can delay or even prevent the onset of dementia. Patients gain more control and confidence in dealing with their situation, while primary care providers can offer specialist-level cognitive care without the need for immediate referrals.

"This collaboration addresses a major healthcare concern with a solution that starts where healthcare coordination needs to happen–with the primary care physician," said Oren Nissim, CEO and co-founder of Brook Health. "By providing both assessment tools and immediate treatment options, we're transforming how cognitive care is delivered, especially benefiting those in areas with limited access to specialists. This represents a major step forward in our mission to provide care that treats the whole person, not simply a single condition."

Key benefits of the combined solution include:

• Immediate Care Initiation: Patients can begin targeted intervention immediately following initial screening, rather than waiting months for a specialist appointment.
• Comprehensive Support: The combined solution offers a full spectrum of care, including cognitive assessments, personalized treatment plans, and ongoing remote monitoring by care teams.
• Accessibility: Brings high-quality cognitive care to patients regardless of their proximity to major metropolitan areas or specialists.
• Reduced Patient Anxiety: By providing immediate support and guidance, the collaboration aims to alleviate the stress and uncertainty often experienced by patients awaiting specialist consultations.
• Empowered Primary Care Providers: The integrated platform equips primary care physicians with tools to manage cognitive care sooner and more effectively, potentially reducing unnecessary specialist referrals and delayed treatment.
• Holistic Approach: The combined solution addresses cognitive health as well as related factors such as cardiac issues, sleep, and lifestyle modifications.

"Our collaboration with Brook Health allows us to deliver early, personalized cognitive care, seamlessly blending early detection with ongoing tailored interventions and monitoring," said David Bates, CEO and co-founder of Linus Health. "This comprehensive approach not only supports individuals dealing with cognitive challenges but also engages caregivers, offering holistic and continuous care to enhance both cognitive and physical well-being."

The collaboration between Brook Health and Linus Health represents a significant advancement in the field of cognitive care, offering a more integrated, patient-centered approach to managing brain health. As the solution is rolled out, both companies anticipate it will lead to improved patient outcomes, reduced healthcare system burden, and new insights into cognitive health management.

 

 

Source: linushealth.com

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