Banner Alzheimer's Institute

Staff Bios

Eric M. Reiman, MD, Executive Director Eric M. Reiman, MD, is executive director of the Banner Alzheimer's Institute as well as the lead researcher. He is internationally recognized for his pioneering contributions to the fields of brain imaging, behavioral neuroscience, and Alzheimer's disease research. He is the author of more than 100 scientific publications, the recipient of research grants from the National Institutes of Health, the Alzheimer's Association, other foundations, and the state of Arizona.
Pierre N. Tariot, MD, Geriatric Psychiatrist Dr. Tariot is board-certified internal medicine and geriatric psychiatry. He has devoted his career to helping thousands of patients and families coping with dementia. He is also a world leader in the development of new treatments for Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of memory loss.
Roy Yaari, MD, MAS, Neurologist Dr. Yaari is a board-certified neurologist who has additional training in a geriatric neurology fellowship as well as a Master of Advanced Studies in Clinical Research. He has a strong interest in treating dementia patients and the development of new treatments and therapies.
Adam S. Fleischer, MD, M.A.S., Associate Director of Brain Imaging Dr. Fleischer is a geriatric neurologist practicing in the Memory Disorders Clinic at Banner Alzheimer's Institute. He obtained his general neurology training at Johns Hopkins Hospital, then completed a clinical and research dementia fellowship at the University of California, San Diego, as well as a Master's degree in clinical research. He is an expert in the field of imaging for studying the earliest evidence of Alzheimer's pathology in the brain, and is well published in the fields of dementia clinical trials and imaging.
Anna Burke, MD Geriatric Psychiatrist, Dementia Specialist Dr. Burke has worked extensively with patients and families suffering with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Her area of expertise includes diagnosis and treatment of dementia, as well as treatment of associated behavioral and psychiatric disturbances.
James Seward, PhD, ABPP Dr. Seward is a board-certified clinical neuropsychologist who has worked extensively with people diagnosed with a variety of neurological conditions, including dementia-related problems and strokes. He has authored and presented papers related to Alzheimer's disease and other dementing conditions.
Helle Brand, Physician Assistant Helle has an interest in education and counseling related to dementia, looking at both the effect of dementia on patient's day-to-day functioning and on the extended family. She has experience with dementia as a physician assistant and as a former physical therapist who specialized in the care of older people.
Jan Dougherty, RN, MS, Director of Family & Community Services Jan is responsible for setting a new standard of care for patients with dementia and their families through the development and implementation of innovative programs. Jan has extensive experience in dementia care. She has developed many pioneering programs being used in Arizona and nationally.
Vicki McAllister, CNHA Research & Program Coordinator of the Arts Engagement Program Vicki has 32 years in health care leadership, program development with added expertise in dementia care best practices. She holds licensure as a skilled care administrator and assisted living manager and is the current volunteer chair of the Alzheimer's Association Education Subcommittee.
Mary Lou Hernandez, MSW, LCSW Mary Lou Hernandez is a licensed clinical social worker with a specialty in aging. She works in the Memory Disorders Clinic at Banner Alzheimer's Institute with patients and families to address a variety of non-medical needs ranging from strategies for successful daily living to planning for the future. She has experience working in the acute care hospital setting and for the Social Security system.
Susy Favaro, MSW Social Worker Susy is a social worker in the Memory Disorders Clinic at Banner Alzheimer’s Institute providing counseling, educational, support and referral services to meet client and caregiver needs. The focus of her work has been in the training and use of evidence-based programs in self management of chronic conditions for older adults and unpaid family caregivers.
Filmer Lalio, Native American Community Outreach Coordinator Filmer coordinates the Native American Program in Family & Community Services. He is responsible for providing Alzheimer’s and Dementia education and awareness campaign to the 22 Arizona Native American Tribes and Urban Indian Community organizations. He is involved with collaborating and coordinating culturally appropriate workshops and presentations for the Native community.