Dementia Specialists & Neurologists in Seattle

Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia. The CDC provides a public overview of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. For a broader look at local aging support, see the Seattle care guide.

How This Seattle Directory Is Organized

Clinicians below are grouped by the Seattle address on their NPI record, which is the location detail available in this verified set. Phone numbers are not listed because they were not part of those records. Confirm the current clinic site, whether the office evaluates memory concerns, and how to schedule when you call.

This snapshot includes neurologists only. No geriatricians or geriatric psychiatrists appeared in the NPI-verified set used for this page, so those specialties are not named here.

Neurologists at 1959 NE Pacific Street

Three NPI-verified neurologists list 1959 NE Pacific Street in Seattle on their registry records, including one listing that notes the main hospital at that street.

• Nandini Abburi, neurologist, NPI 1730618349, 1959 NE Pacific St, Seattle, WA 98195
• Makeda Agonafer, neurologist, NPI 1215371935, 1959 NE Pacific St, Seattle, WA 98195
• Ban Alamin, neurologist, NPI 1861334518, 1959 NE Pacific St, Main Hospital, Seattle, WA 98195

Ask the office which building or clinic the neurologist actually uses, because a hospital-campus address can cover more than one appointment location.

Neurologists at 325 9th Avenue

Two NPI-verified neurologists list 325 9th Avenue in Seattle as their address.

• Ali Abu-Alya, neurologist, NPI 1326540337, 325 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104
• Neha Agarwal, neurologist, NPI 1275088445, 325 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104

When you call, confirm whether both clinicians see patients at that same street address and whether a referral is required for a first visit.

Neurologists at 500 17th Avenue

One NPI-verified neurologist in this directory lists 500 17th Avenue in Seattle.

• Aws Alawi, neurologist, NPI 1891082293, 500 17th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122

Ask the scheduler for the exact check-in desk and whether the practice evaluates older adults with memory or thinking changes.

Neurologists With Seattle Post Office Box Addresses

Two NPI-verified neurologists list Seattle post office box mailing addresses rather than a street clinic location, so families should confirm the in-person office before traveling.

• Pinky Agarwal, neurologist, NPI 1245223296, PO Box 34036, Seattle, WA 98124
• Lisa Akiyama, neurologist, NPI 1366805756, PO Box 50095, Seattle, WA 98145

A PO Box is a mailing address, not a place to drop in. Request the clinic street address, parking or transit notes, and whether telehealth is offered for follow-up visits.

What to Ask When You Call a Seattle Neurologist

When you call a Seattle neurologist about memory or cognitive concerns, first confirm they accept new patients and evaluate older adults, then ask about referrals, insurance, wait times, and the exact clinic address. Keep the conversation practical. This page cannot diagnose a condition or recommend a treatment.

• Are you accepting new patients for memory, thinking, or cognitive evaluation?
• Do you require a referral from a primary care clinician?
• Which insurance plans do you accept, and do you need the NPI number for billing?
• Where should we arrive for the appointment, and is the NPI address the same as the clinic?
• What is the typical wait for a first visit, and how long is that visit?
• Who should come along, and which prior records, medication lists, or imaging reports should we bring?
• If the listed address is a PO Box or a large hospital campus, what is the street entrance and suite?

Write down the clinician name and NPI before you call so the scheduler can match the right person. If two neurologists share a street address, ask for the specific provider by name.

Pairing Specialist Visits With Care at Home

Specialist appointments in Seattle often work alongside in-home support that helps with daily routines, transportation days, and rest for family caregivers between visits. A neurologist visit does not replace help at home, and home support does not replace a medical evaluation.

Families looking for memory-focused help at home can learn about memory care at home. If bathing, dressing, or other personal tasks are the main strain, personal care may be a better fit. Short breaks for family caregivers are covered on the respite care page.

After a hospital stay, some households add hospital discharge care while they wait for a neurology follow-up. Others use companion care on appointment days or consider 24-hour live-in care when overnight support is needed. Match the service to the household's actual schedule rather than assuming one option fits every Seattle family.

National Alzheimer's Research Center Directories

National directories of Alzheimer's Disease Research Centers can help families look for research-focused programs in addition to a local clinic list. These directories do not replace the Seattle neurologists named above, and this page does not claim that any listed clinician is part of a specific research center.

You can review NIA-funded Alzheimer's Disease Research Centers and the federal listing of national Alzheimer's research centers to see current program locations and how to contact them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find a neurologist in Seattle for memory concerns?

Start with the NPI-verified Seattle neurologists listed by address on this page, then call to ask whether they evaluate memory or cognitive concerns and accept new patients. Bring the clinician's name and NPI to the call so the office can identify the right person. This listing is not a diagnosis, a ranking, or a recommendation of any one doctor.

Do I need a referral to see a neurologist in Seattle?

Many neurology offices ask for a referral from a primary care clinician, but the rule can differ by practice and insurance plan. Ask when you call, and ask whether the 1959 NE Pacific Street, 325 9th Avenue, 500 17th Avenue, or PO Box listing matches the clinic you will actually visit.

What should I ask a Seattle neurologist when I call?

Ask whether they accept new patients for memory or cognitive evaluation, whether a referral is required, which insurance they take, how long the wait is, and the exact street address for check-in. If the NPI record shows a PO Box or a main hospital campus, ask for the suite or building before you travel.

Why do some Seattle neurologists list a PO Box?

Pinky Agarwal and Lisa Akiyama list Seattle post office boxes on their NPI records, which are mailing addresses rather than clinic doors. Call before any visit and request the in-person location. Do not treat a PO Box as a walk-in site.

Can in-home care work alongside a Seattle neurologist?

Yes. Families often keep neurology appointments while arranging help at home for daily tasks, companion support on clinic days, or short-term help after a hospital stay. Use the Seattle hub and the service pages linked above to compare options. Home care is not a medical diagnosis or a substitute for seeing a clinician when evaluation is needed.