Biomarkers and monoclonal antibodies
Webinar 14 Oct, 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM (AEDT)
Blood-based biomarkers are rapidly moving into clinical practice, offering new possibilities to enhance the assessment of patients presenting with cognitive impairment. This timely webinar from Dementia Training Australia will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to navigate this evolving space.
Join an expert panel to explore:
• How to identify patients who may benefit from blood-based biomarker testing
• The role of blood-based biomarkers within a comprehensive, holistic assessment
• What’s changing in the diagnostic landscape — and what it means for your practice
• The ethical considerations surrounding testing for Alzheimer’s disease
Part of the 2026 webinar series, this session delivers a practical, up-to-date and clinically focused overview designed to support real-world decision-making.
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of emerging practice and ensure you’re prepared for the future of cognitive assessment.
Learning outcomes
- Explain the pathology of Alzheimer’s disease.
- Identify which patients may benefit from testing with blood-based biomarkers for Alzheimer’s disease.
- Evaluate the usefulness of Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers in assessing a person presenting with impaired cognition.
Educational Activities
1.0
hours
This event is part of Dementia Training Australia 2026 series. Events in this series are:
Facilitator
Dr Peter Silberberg
Medical educator – Dementia Training Australia
Dr Peter Silberberg is an experienced GP, GP Supervisor and medical educator. He joined Dementia Training Australia as a medical educator in 2022. He has worked in many primary health sectors and currently works as a GP as the lead clinician at Rekindling The Spirit Health Service in Lismore (AMS) and as a GP at Lennox Head Medical Centre.
Speaker
Dr Karen Savery
Medical educator – Dementia Training Australia
Dr Savery is a Brisbane-based GP who works in clinical practice, residential aged care, and medical education. She is passionate about the education and mentoring of GPs, particularly in the area of aged care and dementia. She works with Dementia Training Australia to increase GP’s confidence in the recognition and management of dementia.