To diagnose Alzheimer's dementia, doctors evaluate your signs and symptoms and conduct several tests. An accurate diagnosis of Alzheimer's dementia is an important first step to ensure you have appropriate treatment, care, family education and plans for the future. Early signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's dementia include: 1  Memory impairment, such as difficulty remembering events. 2  Difficulty concentrating, planning or problem-solving. 3  Problems finishing daily tasks at home or at work. 4  Confusion with location or passage of time.
A hernia is typically diagnosed by a general practitioner, who can recommend surgery. The surgery to repair the hernia is performed by a general surgeon.
Types of specialists that might help with a migraine diagnosis: 1  Headache or Migraine specialist â are doctors who focus on treating people with migraines.  Neurologist â a doctor trained in diagnosing and treating disorders and diseases of the brain, spinal cord, nerves and muscles.