After decades as a surgeon, professor, and medical expert, Dr. Anthony Goodman found himself facing an unexpected diagnosis: early Alzheimer's disease. In this conversation, Dr. Goodman and his wife, Maribeth, share what it was like to recognize the signs, receive the diagnosis, navigate treatment, and redefine life as a family.
They discuss the difficult moment their daughter urged Dr. Goodman to seek help, the emotional challenge of moving from doctor to patient, and the surprising hope they found through early intervention and new Alzheimer's treatments. They offer an honest look at caregiving, stigma, identity, and the importance of talking openly about dementia.
ABOUT GUEST
Dr. Anthony Goodman is a former surgeon and medical educator. His new memoir, “Great Saves and Terrible Losses: The Journeys of a Surgeon,” chronicles both his decades-long career in medicine and his journey after being diagnosed with early Alzheimer's disease. He is joined by his wife of over four decades, Maribeth. You can learn more about the book and find various Alzheimer's resources at his website: https://anthonyagoodman-author.com/.
CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction
00:46 Meet Dr Anthony Goodman and Maribeth
01:34 Early Signs and Family Concern
04:34 From Normal Aging to Dementia
05:58 Getting Alzheimer's Diagnosis
08:29 Treatments and Early Intervention
10:36 Sharing the News with Loved Ones
12:29 Still A Doctor in a Crisis
14:26 Writing to Destigmatize Dementia
15:56 Conclusion
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