The Norton Neuroscience Institute Memory Center is dedicated to the evaluation and care for patients with symptoms of memory loss, which can include trouble learning new things, concentrating or making decisions that affect their everyday life.

Collaborative and Comprehensive Patient Care

Almost 40% of adults will experience some form of memory loss after age 65. This is a normal part of aging. For most of us, memory loss and forgetfulness will be mild enough that it won’t disrupt our day-to-day lives. Some people may develop dementia or other brain disorders that affect memory. The World Health Organization estimates that 5% to 8% of us will live with dementia at some point after age 60. 

Norton Neuroscience Institute is a leading program in the region for memory disorders care. 

Norton Neuroscience Institute selected to pilot national Brain Health Navigator program

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• First program in Kentucky, and one of the first in the nation, to administer lecanemab, the first disease-modifying treatment for early onset dementia
• Selected in 2025 by the Davos Alzheimer’s Collaborative as one of six sites in the United States to pilot a new brain health navigator program aimed at creating a worldwide model to prevent, diagnose and treat Alzheimer’s disease
• First and only Dementia Prevention Clinic (part of the Memory Center) in the region offering assessment of risk factors to improve patient outcomes
• Dedicated patient navigator and resource centers to assist patients and their caregivers throughout their journey

With the largest team of board-certified and fellowship-trained specialists in the Louisville and Southern Indiana region, the Memory Center works with patients and their loved ones to navigate memory loss, integrating research and education at every level. We take a team approach to neurologic care, with physicians, advanced practice providers and nurses working together.  

The Norton Neuroscience Institute Memory Center offers patients and families:

• A multidisciplinary team approach to memory care, with neurologists, geriatricians, advanced practice providers, neuropsychologists, therapists, psychiatrists and social workers — multiple areas of expertise in one coordinated, convenient location (Meet the team.) 
• Comprehensive clinical care that provides a diagnosis and treatment plan that follows and supports patients as their memory loss progresses and their needs change
• Opportunities for patient engagement in research and clinical trials 
• Support services for the patient and their family through Norton Neuroscience Institute Resource Centers

Our team provides evaluation, diagnosis and treatment options for all memory issues, dementia and other brain disorders, including:

• Alzheimer’s disease
• Dementia
• Frontotemporal dementia (FTD)
• Lewy body dementia
• Mild cognitive impairment
• Sundown syndrome
• Vascular dementia

Leading the Region in Neurological Care

More patients from Louisville and Southern Indiana choose Norton Neuroscience Institute than any other provider for expertise, innovation and compassion all in one place.

• Norton Healthcare is recognized by U.S. News & World Report on its “Best Hospitals” list as No.1 in the Louisville area, with a “high performing” rating in stroke through Norton Neuroscience Institute.
• You have access to more than 75 medical, surgical and research specialists dedicated exclusively to caring for brain, spine and nervous system conditions.
• Patients benefit from advanced, minimally invasive neurosurgery technologies that help reduce pain and speed recovery.
• Multidisciplinary clinics bring specialists from neurology, neurosurgery, oncology, cardiology, orthopedics and behavioral health together — giving you coordinated, comprehensive care in a single visit.
• Breakthrough essential tremor and Parkinson’s disease treatment: We are the first health care system in Kentucky  to offer high-frequency focused ultrasound to treat these conditions without any incisions.
• Nationally recognized stroke excellence
• Four Norton Healthcare adult-service hospitals are DNV-certified for stroke care, reflecting the highest standards in rapid treatment and outcomes.
• Four Norton Healthcare adult-service hospitals have earned American Heart Association Get With the Guidelines awards for exceptional stroke care, including multiple Gold Plus and Honor Roll designations.
• Slowing the progression of Alzheimer’s disease: We are the first health care system in Kentucky to offer lecanemab and a leader nationally in the application of this cutting-edge drug.
• Norton Neuroscience Institute’s multiple sclerosis (MS) program has met the high standards to achieve Center for Comprehensive MS Care designation by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
• The National Association of Epilepsy Centers has recognized Norton Neuroscience Institute Comprehensive Epilepsy Center as a Level 4 center, providing the highest level of medical and surgical evaluation and treatment for patients with complex epilepsy.
• Norton Neuroscience Institute Resource Center navigators help educate patients and their families about new diagnoses, available treatments and ways to manage their disease.