Mary DiBartolo

A graduate of Towson University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing. Earned Master’s degree in Business Administration from Salisbury University and PhD from University of Maryland, Baltimore School of Nursing. She is a professor of Nursing at Salisbury University (full-time since 1995), specializing in adult health/geriatric care with emphasis on Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease. Is certified in gerontological nursing by the American Nurses Association since 1991, and earned her National League of Nursing certification as a nurse educator in 2012. She currently serves as the Fulton Endowed Professor of Geriatric Nursing at SU and completed the Edmond J. Safra Visiting Nurse Faculty Scholar Program on Parkinson’s Disease in 2015. Since 2002, has hosted over 290 Focus on Health educational series programs which air on PAC14 public access channel/YouTube.

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Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia Care (edX)

Provides an overview of Alzheimer’s disease, including pathophysiology, risk factors, stages, symptoms, diagnosis, including medications used to enhance cognitive function. Reviews modified communication strategies that optimize interactions and reduce behavioral expressions. Explores the topic of dementia caregiving, its challenges and resources available, as well as special care considerations when [...]

Overview & Management of Parkinson’s Disease (edX)

Provides an overview of Parkinson’s disease, including risk factors, stages, symptoms, medications and treatments. Explores the experience of aperson with Parkinson’s disease, as well as, special care considerations when hospitalized. Are you a nurse, physical therapist or other healthcare professional who wants to learn more about Parkinson’s disease and [...]