Memory assessment

Assessment of changes in memory and thinking with Dr. Maher Hijazi in Kiryat Motzkin, taking account of daily function, medical history and the questions of patients and families.

Where do we meet?

At the clinic in Kiryat Motzkin, by appointment

Address and directions

Who provides the consultation?

Dr. Maher Hijazi

Qualifications, experience and approach

How do I arrange a visit?

Leave your name and phone number and we’ll call you to coordinate.

Request an appointmentOr call 052-351-0304

Repeated questions, difficulty following a conversation or errors with medication can be worrying. A memory assessment helps explore what has changed, how it affects everyday life and whether further medical investigation is needed.

Not every memory lapse indicates dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Memory difficulties can have different contributing factors, including health conditions, sleep, mood or medication effects. It is therefore important to consider the person and their daily function, rather than relying on a test score or an online questionnaire.

The service addresses persistent changes in memory, orientation, planning and familiar activities. People may seek advice because they are concerned themselves or because relatives have noticed a new difficulty, even when independence is largely maintained.

At Medical Experts, Dr. Maher Hijazi considers memory difficulties within the overall medical and functional picture. The aim is to understand the problem, decide which investigations are needed and discuss recommendations based on the findings.

A gradual change must be distinguished from sudden confusion. New confusion developing over hours or days needs urgent medical assessment. Do not wait for a routine appointment or a reply through the website form.

What to expect at the visit

The visit begins with a discussion of when the difficulties started and how they affect life at home: remembering conversations, finding one's way, handling finances, taking medication or other tasks. With the patient’s consent, information from someone who knows them can help complete the picture.

The doctor reviews medical history and medication and may use questions and short tasks to assess memory and other thinking skills. The choice of tools and interpretation of results take account of factors such as language, education and hearing or vision difficulties. A single test does not establish a diagnosis by itself.

Depending on the findings, further tests, specialist assessment or follow-up over time may be recommended. Not every consultation requires imaging, and the assessment cannot always be completed in one visit. Recommendations aim to support understanding and planning for ongoing care.

How to prepare

Bring a complete medication list, relevant test results, medical summaries and any previous memory assessments.

Write down examples from recent months: what happened, when the changes began and which activities now require more help. Specific everyday examples are more useful than a general statement such as “memory has become weaker.”

Bring glasses and hearing aids normally used. There is no need to practise memory tests beforehand. If the patient agrees, a relative or companion familiar with their routine can attend. Appointment enquiries: 052-351-0304.

Frequently asked questions

Is every decline in memory Alzheimer’s disease?

No. Memory difficulties have different possible causes. Diagnosis depends on the clinical picture and an appropriate investigation, not on one complaint.

Is the assessment painful?

Cognitive tasks themselves are non-invasive and usually involve questions and short exercises. Further investigations are considered only according to medical need.

Will there be a diagnosis at the first appointment?

An initial impression may be possible, but some cases require additional records, tests or follow-up before a diagnosis can be made.

Can an independent person attend?

Yes. Persistent changes or a new difficulty may warrant investigation even when someone manages much of their life independently.

Sources and further reading

By Dr. Maher Hijazi

Before your visit: guides to help you prepare

Guide in Hebrew