A pilot comparison of remote versus in-clinic digital cognitive assessments for older adults in primary care settings.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Timely identification of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is critical for maximizing early intervention opportunities in older adults at risk for dementia. This study evaluated the feasibility, acceptability, and validity of novel digital cognitive tests in primary care.

Methods

In a 16-month, two-phase pilot study across three clinics, 51 older adults completed digital cognitive assessments remotely on personal devices followed by supervised tablet-based cognitive screening in-clinic and the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA). Surveys and interviews assessed patient and provider acceptability. Digital test completion rates were examined to assess feasibility.

Results

Completion rates ranged from 60% - 76% for the at-home assessments and 81.8% for in-clini

SUBMITTER: Thompson L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12393650 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature