Pioneering Treatment: DHR Health Leads With New Alzheimer’s Drug Leqembi [Video]

DHR Health Administers New Alzheimer’s Drug Leqembi, A Regional First

DHR Health has made a groundbreaking advancement in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease by becoming the first hospital south of San Antonio to administer Leqembi, a drug approved by the Federal Drug Administration in January 2023. This pioneering treatment was led by DHR Neurologist Dr. Alejandro Cruz, marking a significant milestone in the fight against Alzheimer’s in the region.

“There was a lot of work, so it is very, very comforting to know that we’ve been able to keep that and, of course, very fulfilling to be able to offer this to me, because at the end, we do what we do because of our patients,” said Dr. Cruz, reflecting on the extensive efforts involved in bringing this treatment to the Valley.

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