Assessing Treatment Efficacy
Knowing the effectiveness of treatment is critical to effectively treat a disease.
In addition to significantly improving the early detection of memory problems, MARS also provides a concrete, standardized and validated method for evaluating the efficacy of physician initiated interventions.
One of the best methods to help inform physicians on the effectiveness of a newly prescribed medication is to assess the patient's cognitive functioning before he or she goes on the medication. Once the medication is prescribed, the patient's cognitive functioning should be reassessed at appropriate intervals. Such a strategy can provide direct information on changes in functioning or even changes in the slope of decline.
MARS can provide sensitive, repeated assessments of cognitive functioning of those on medication or planning to go on medication. MARS reports are written in a clear and understandable manner and provide a timeline for any changes that might occur (with results graphed for easy and quick comprehension). Indeed, MARS can tailor reports for individual clients and/or physicians.
Assessing Treatment Efficacy
