Memory & Dementia
Frontotemporal Dementia
Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) affects the frontal and temporal regions of the brain. It often begins with changes in behavior, personality, or language rather than memory, and frequently begins at a younger age than Alzheimer's disease.
Memory & Dementia Care In Person or by Telehealth
See a neurologist in person in Crystal Lake, Woodstock, or Lake Geneva—or, when clinically appropriate, schedule a telehealth visit from anywhere in Illinois or Wisconsin. Family members and caregivers may participate when appropriate.
In-Person Neurology Visits
In-person appointments are available at our three office locations in Crystal Lake, Illinois; Woodstock, Illinois; and Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.
Crystal Lake, Illinois
Woodstock, Illinois
Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
Telehealth Neurology Visits
Telehealth neurology appointments are available to patients located anywhere in Illinois or Wisconsin. You do not need to live near an office, but you must be physically located in Illinois or Wisconsin at the time of the appointment.
Telehealth may be appropriate for selected neurological evaluations and follow-up care. Some concerns require an in-person neurological examination or testing.
Learn about telehealth neurology →Behavioral variant features
- Changes in personality or social behavior
- Loss of empathy
- Impulsivity or poor judgment
- Apathy and reduced initiative
- Changes in eating patterns
- Repetitive behaviors
Supporting someone with memory loss?
The Illinois Dementia Guide provides free, practical guidance for Illinois families navigating memory concerns, dementia evaluation, caregiving and planning.
Explore the Illinois Dementia Guide →Language variant features
- Difficulty producing speech
- Effortful or halting speech
- Loss of word meaning
- Difficulty naming familiar objects
Evaluation
- Detailed history, including reports from family
- Neurological examination
- Cognitive and language testing
- Brain imaging when appropriate
- Testing to exclude other contributing conditions
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Schedule a Neurology Appointment
Choose the scheduling line for the state where you will be located for your appointment.
In-Person Neurology Visits
Available at three office locations:
Crystal Lake, Illinois
Woodstock, Illinois
Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
Telehealth Neurology Visits
Telehealth neurology appointments are available to patients located anywhere in Illinois or Wisconsin. You do not need to live near an office, but you must be physically located in Illinois or Wisconsin at the time of the appointment.
Learn about telehealth neurology →Call to schedule
Illinois appointments: 815-337-7100. Wisconsin appointments: 262-245-0535.
Choose your visit
Our office will confirm whether an in-person or telehealth visit is appropriate and provide the details.
Insurance and referrals
Insurance participation and referral requirements vary by plan. Our office will confirm what your plan requires before your visit.
If you believe you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or seek emergency medical attention.