Purino Fortanasce Neurology Center

11/17/2021

Following his Alzheimer’s diagnosis, the legendary performer is using his award-winning voice to fight stigma.

As Tony Bennett’s Alzheimer’s disease progresses, music has found a renewed importance in his life.

10/29/2021

Use the letters in F.A.S.T to spot a Stroke

* F = Face Drooping – Does one side of the face droop or is it numb? Ask the person to smile. Is the person's smile uneven?
* A = Arm Weakness – Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?
* S = Speech Difficulty – Is speech slurred?
* T = Time to call 911

Other Stroke Symptoms
Watch for Sudden:

* NUMBNESS or weakness of face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body
* CONFUSION, trouble speaking or understanding speech
* TROUBLE SEEING in one or both eyes
* TROUBLE WALKING, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination
* SEVERE HEADACHE with no known cause

10/07/2021

Happy national to our amazing PA, Adam. He works tirelessly to treat our patients with the utmost compassion and detailed care. He is a gem in the medical community. When he’s not seeing patients, he mentors our interns and employees who are applying to PA programs.

Adam Kapitz is a board-certified Physician Associate specializing in neurology. He earned his Bachelors Degree in Integrative Physiology from the University of Colorado. PA Kapitz completed his Master’s degree at Western University of Health Sciences, where he graduated with honors. His master’s thesis explored alternative treatments for migraines and cluster headaches.

He is a native of Southern California and is devoted to giving back to the community and has organized our Walk to End Alzheimer’s team for two years. He resides with his wife Lauren and cat Fern. He plays competitive roller hockey and enjoys skiing, hiking, and all outdoor activities.

10/02/2021

Our team showed up strong at the walk at St. Philip the Apostle Church this morning. Together with our team leader, PA Kapitz, we raised over $1,000 towards researching for a cure to end Alzheimer’s! 💜

09/08/2021

We're excited to be a part of our community! Please join our Walk to End Alzheimer's fundraising team to help spread awareness about Alzheimer's and raise funds for research. 💜

The Walk to End Alzheimer's is the world's largest event to fight Alzheimer's. Join now and help raise awareness and funds for care, support and research.

09/06/2021

Happy Labor Day! Our clinic is closed today. We will be back tomorrow. Have a relaxing day!

08/18/2021

Vaccination Requirements Office Policy

As of Monday, August 09, 2021, we are requiring that all visitors to our office present proof of being fully vaccinated (defined in the order and below) or show proof of negative results of a COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours prior to entering. Below is acceptable proof of vaccination and test requirements per the order.

If you are fully vaccinated, prior to entering our facility you must present:

- COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card (issued by the Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control & Prevention or WHO Yellow Card) which includes the name of the person vaccinated, type of vaccine provided, and date of the last dose administered); OR
- a photo of a Vaccination Record Card as a separate document; OR
- a photo of the client’s Vaccination Record Card stored on a phone or electronic device, OR
- documentation of COVID-19 vaccination from a health care provider; OR
- digital record that includes a QR code that when scanned by a SMART Health Card reader displays to the reader client name, date of birth, vaccine dates, and vaccine type.

If you are unvaccinated or not fully vaccinated, prior to entering our facility you are required to present:

- Unvaccinated or partially vaccinated visitors are eligible for indoor visits only if they can show documentation of a negative SARS-CoV-2 test where the specimen collection occurred within 72 hours before each visit and for which the test results are available at the time of entry to the facility.
- Visitors may use either PCR testing or antigen testing. Any PCR or antigen test used must either have Emergency Use Authorization by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration or be operating per the Laboratory Developed Test requirements by the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Mask, personal protective equipment, and physical distancing requirements:

All visitors, regardless of vaccination status or test result, must:
a. Wear a well-fitting face mask (a surgical mask or double masking is recommended) upon entry and at all times within the facility;
b. Wear any other personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the patient’s room that facility personnel deem appropriate to the situation; and
c. Physically distance from health care personnel and other patients/residents/visitors that are not part of their group at all times while in the facility.

Please note, the Order defines “Fully Vaccinated” and “Incompletely Vaccinated” as follows:

“Fully Vaccinated” means individuals who are considered fully vaccinated for COVID-19: two weeks or more after they have received the second dose in a 2-dose series (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna or vaccine authorized by the World Health Organization), or two weeks or more after they have received a single-dose vaccine (Johnson and Johnson [J&J]/Janssen). COVID-19 vaccines that are currently authorized for emergency use:

“Incompletely vaccinated” means persons who have received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine but do not meet the definition of fully vaccinated.

07/04/2021

From big crowds and the stressful, high-energy atmosphere, to the flashing lights and loud bangs of the fireworks themselves and the nitrate-heavy cured meats smoking as they cook, just about everything going on in a typical July 4th celebration can bring on a migraine.

Here are some tips to help reduce the risk of migraine onset:

- Wear earplugs to help with noise sensitivity.
- Wear tinted glasses or sunglasses to help with light sensitivity, especially during strobe-type pyrotechnics.
- Watch the display from farther away or indoors where the view of fireworks won’t encompass your entire field of vision.
- Stay hydrated throughout the day and celebrate with foods that don’t contain nitrates.

Happy Independence Day!

07/02/2021

Self-care means taking time for yourself including seeing a medical provider about your health concerns. 2021 is half-way through, don’t let your neurology questions go unanswered. We’re here for you. Happy Independence Day!

04/12/2021

10/20/2020

We are in love with Healthy Pursuit’s Overnight Oats for breakfast! Grain free, dairy free and rich with nutritious plantbased protein and healthy fat. It tastes so creamy and delicious. Give your brain and body a healthy treat for breakfast. SWIPE for recipe

10/10/2020

We are READY for tomorrows WALK TO END ALZHEIMERS

Support or join us - it is not too late!

When: Sunday, October 11, 2020
Where: Around your neighborhood, trails, or parks. Please practice social distancing and wear a mask.
The walk is 2 miles (35-60 minutes depending on your pace) but feel free to walk more or less depending on your fitness level and health.
Visit the link below for more information:
https://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2020/CA-CaliforniaSouthland?pg=entry&fr_id=13290