Medical Care Review: Specials Magazine

Alzheimer’s disease is a journey filled with slow, painful goodbyes—to memories, moments and a sense of self. Families live with the knowledge that the condition will progress. Yet, they cling to fragments of recognition and connection till the very end. Alzheimer’s Research and Treatment Center (ARTC) is on a mission to change this reality. At ARTC, patients receive care grounded in the latest scientific advancements and clinical research, supported by guidance and resources that help them navigate the disease’s challenges with confidence. The center’s foundation is built on relationships with patients, caregivers, physicians and the wider community. ARTC is the product of sheer love and compassion for individuals with Alzheimer’s. Having lost all four grandparents to the disease and carrying an increased genetic risk himself, Dr. David Watson founded ARTC in 2012 with a determination to find better treatment options and a cure for the disease. Today, the center offers state-of-the-art diagnostic assessments at no cost, along with personalized treatment plans and access to pivotal Phase II and Phase III trials conducted by leading pharmaceutical companies. These steps ensure that participants benefit from the most thoroughly evaluated therapies. “We care for every person who walks in through our doors like we would for a member of our own family,” says Dr. Watson, CEO and principal investigator. Early detection is a central focus at ARTC. Plasma biomarkers offer insights into the disease years before symptoms emerge. PET scans with specialized tracers for amyloid-beta and tau proteins confirm findings with precision, while advanced psychometric testing measures cognitive function and tracks progression. Safety and scientific rigor govern every clinical trial conducted. All studies are FDA-approved and monitored by the Institutional Review Board, emphasizing patient protection and adherence to strict protocols. In the past three years, ARTC’s participation as the lead enroller in the global trials has directly contributed to the approval of two disease-modifying therapies. Ongoing studies are evaluating safer and more effective treatment options. Clinical evaluations frequently yield insights beyond Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Reversible conditions like vitamin deficiencies, thyroid disorders or vascular anomalies are often identified and treated, sometimes restoring patients to previous cognitive levels or preventing serious complications.

At Virginia Regenerative Medicine & Spa, innovation meets compassionate, family-centered healing. The clinic’s advanced regenerative techniques, along with individualized, evidence-based medical expertise, help patients recover naturally, restore mobility, and enhance quality of life. By addressing the root cause and symptoms, the team promotes long-term musculoskeletal and systemic health. Nationally and locally recognized for excellence, the team delivers personalized care designed to sustain vitality, function, and confidence through advanced biologic treatments, precision imaging, and evidence-based aesthetic medicine. “Our approach combines advanced medical technology with individualized, whole-body care,” says Dr. Michael Poss, MD, double board-certified in Anesthesiology and Interventional Pain Management and co-owner of the practice. Regenerating the Body by Restoring Balance Every orthopedic procedure at Virginia Regenerative Medicine & Spa is performed under live ultrasound guidance for accuracy and safety. Advanced imaging-guided techniques stimulate cellular repair mechanisms, reduce inflammation, and promote regeneration of healthy tissue in joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. By combining the latest advancements in biologic medicine with patient-specific care, the team helps patients recover effectively while avoiding the risks and downtime associated with surgery. At Virginia Regenerative Medicine & Spa, restoring hormonal balance through bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) is an integral part of the clinic’s whole-body wellness approach. By optimizing hormone levels, patients regain energy, focus, mood stability, sleep quality, and metabolic function. Each treatment plan is carefully designed and monitored to ensure patients feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout their experience..