Private Memory Assessment in Sheffield
Specialist Geriatrician Clinic
If you are concerned about memory problems, confusion, or changes in thinking, a comprehensive memory assessment an provide clarity, diagnosis, and a clear plan.
As a Geriatrician, I do not just focus on memory, but on the whole person — including physical health, medications, mood, and functional ability.
If you are looking for a private memory assessment (diagnsois of dementia), appointments are available within 24–48 hours, including home visits, clinic consultations and video appointments.
my expertise
Why Choose a Geriatrician for Memory Assessment?
Most memory clinics focus only on cognition.
A geriatrician does more:
- Identifies reversible causes (medications, infections, metabolic issues)
- Assesses frailty, mobility, and falls risk
- Reviews polypharmacy and anticholinergic burden
- Evaluates functional impact (ADLs and independence)
- Integrates medical, cognitive, and social factors
👉 This leads to more accurate diagnosis and safer management, especially in older adults with complex health needs.
CONSULTANT LED CARE FOR COMPLEX CASES
Who Should Consider a Memory Assessment?
You should seek assessment if there are:
- Recent memory loss affecting daily life
- Repetition, misplacing items, or confusion
- Difficulty managing finances or medication
- Changes in behaviour, mood, or personality
- Concerns raised by family members
- Diagnostic uncertainty (e.g. dementia vs depression vs delirium)
Services
What Makes This Clinic Different
This is not a rushed screening service.
Each assessment is consultant-led, structured, and detailed, similar to a tertiary-level cognitive clinic.
Key differences:
- Pre-consultation structured assessment (essential)
- 1-hour consultant analysis before you attend
- 1-hour holistic geriatric evaluation (not memory alone)
- Clear diagnosis and personalised plan
- Rapid appointments (often within 24–48 hours)
Compassionate care: The structured process
Step-by-Step Memory Assessment Process
My assessments are designed to provide depth, clarity and accuracy, not rushed opinions.
01.
Pre-Consultation Questionnaires
(Completed at Home)
You and/or your carer complete validated assessment tools:
AD8 – early cognitive change (informant-based)
GDS-15 – depression screening
GAI-20 – anxiety assessment
BADLS – daily functional ability
IQCODE – change over time
NPI-Q (if needed) – behavioural symptoms
👉 These provide objective baseline data before consultation
02.
Consultant Analysis (Pre-Visit Work)
Before you attend:
All questionnaires are reviewed in detail
Patterns across domains are analysed
Clinical hypotheses are formed
⏱ This takes ~1 hour of consultant time — ensuring your consultation is focused and meaningful.
03.
Comprehensive Face to Face Consultation
Detailed review across multiple domains
Includes:
Full clinical history (patient + informant)
Detailed cognitive assessment (ACE-III / MoCA)
Neurological and physical examination
Medication and comorbidity review
Further investigation is planned as MRI head, ECG etc as appropriate
⏱ This takes further ~1 hour of consultant time — ensuring a right diagnosis is reached.
04.
Diagnosis and Management Plan
You will receive:
Clear explanation of diagnosis
Agreed personalised care plan
A detailed report to GP
Copy of final report
05.
Follow-up
Review and ongoing support
Frequently Asked Questions
You can contact us directly. You can also book into clinic by clicking at Claremont Hospital or Thornbury Hospital appointment link. A GP referral can be helpful but is not required.
Usually within 24–48 hours.
- Pre-assessment (home forms)
- 1-hour consultant review (before visit)
- 45–60 minute consultation
The consultation fee is from £800 (Includes pre-assessment review, consultation, and GP report).
Please see the Fees page or contact us.
You receive a clear explanation of diagnosis and a detailed written management plan. My recommendation also goes to the GP.
Often yes.
If not, a clear plan will be discussed once investigations are completed.
Yes — particularly helpful for frail or housebound patients.
Tailored support
Flexible appointment options
👉 Most patients are seen within 24–48 hours.
Tailored support
Book your appointment online
Together We Can Do More
Spire Claremont Hospital
0114 263 0330
Circle Thornbury Hospital
0114 266 1133
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