Your Memory.
Properly Understood.
Worried about your memory, or someone you love? We find out what is really driving the change, and act early, when the most can be done.
We can help with
- Brain fog and poor focus
- Age-related memory change
- Mild cognitive decline
- Menopause-related brain fog
- Thyroid, hormone and B12 causes
- A family history of dementia
Dementia rarely has a single cause
It develops where several influences meet over many years: blood sugar, circulation, inflammation, hormones, sleep, hearing, head injury and more. Leading research suggests nearly half of dementia cases are linked to factors that can be changed. The earlier they are found, the more can be done.
What’s normal, and what’s worth checking
Memory isn’t a single system, so the pattern of change matters as much as the change itself.
Normal ageing
- Forgetting a name, then remembering it later
- Misplacing things now and then
- Words on the “tip of the tongue”
Worth checking
- Forgetting recent conversations or events
- Repeating questions or stories
- Friends or family noticing changes
Seek help promptly
- Sudden confusion or rapid change
- Getting lost in familiar places
- Signs of stroke: call 999
The window for change is early
Dementia usually develops over many years, and the earliest changes are easy to miss. In stages 1 to 4 the brain still has considerable capacity to respond, and that is where our clinic focuses its work.
Memory doesn’t live in the brain alone
How clearly you think and remember depends on three systems working together, and when one falters, the others feel it.
Brain. Blood flow, inflammation, nerve health and brain chemistry.
Body. Blood sugar, hormones, thyroid, gut health, nutrients and sleep.
Mind. Stress, mood, purpose and social connection.
How our approach works →
Functional Medicine
Looks for the root causes behind symptoms, from blood sugar and hormones to gut health, nutrition and inflammation, guided by detailed testing.
Functional Neurology
Assesses how specific areas of the brain are performing, through eye movement, balance and cognitive tests, then uses targeted brain-based exercises.
Lifestyle Medicine
Uses the proven pillars of health: sleep, movement, nutrition, stress management and social connection, to protect the brain for the long term.
Our Assessment Profiles
Our memory assessment comes in three parts: the Brain and Body Wellness Profile, completed online at home, then the MoCA Test and Lifestyle Profile at your Discovery Consultation. Together they show how your memory and thinking are performing, what may be driving any change, and where you can make the biggest difference.
Brain and Body Wellness Profile
Completed onlineA detailed online questionnaire, completed at home in 12 to 15 minutes, covering how your brain is working, your mood and sleep, and the body systems that support the brain. Your report is emailed to you as soon as you finish.
The MoCA Test
Discovery ConsultationThe Montreal Cognitive Assessment is a widely used, validated screening test. It takes around 10 minutes, gives a score out of 30, and provides a clear baseline we can retest over time.
Lifestyle Profile
Discovery ConsultationA structured review of how you live day to day, covering the 14 modifiable risk factors identified by the 2024 Lancet Commission, so we can see where change will help most.
Your results
All three parts come together in a personal report: a clear baseline, the factors driving change, and a plan of action. We repeat key measures to track your progress.
What to expect
Discovery Consultation
- In-depth review of your Memory Profile
- Medical, medication and family history
- Sleep, diet, stress and lifestyle review
- MoCA cognitive screening
Full Consultation
- Your test and assessment results explained
- The key drivers of your symptoms identified
- A personalised brain-health plan
- Nutrition, exercise and sleep guidance
Follow-Up Consultation
- Progress reviewed against your baseline
- Key measures retested over time
- Your plan adjusted as you progress
- Ongoing support and accountability
Alan Lee
Alan Lee is an osteopath and a clinician, educator and researcher in functional medicine and functional neurology, specialising in gut, hormonal and brain-based imbalances. He works alongside GPs and specialists to find and address what is driving changes in memory and thinking.
Trained at: Institute of Functional Medicine · The Kharrazian Institute · Carrick Institute of Neurological Sciences · International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation · Association of Functional Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine
More about Alan →“[Patient story: add a real, consented testimonial here.]”
Not sure where to start?
Take the Memory Profile: a structured look at memory, focus, mood, sleep, metabolic and hormonal symptoms. Not a diagnostic test, but a clear place to start.
Questions people ask
Will you diagnose dementia?
No. Any diagnosis must come from your GP or an NHS memory assessment service. We look for the factors driving change and work alongside them.
What happens at the first appointment?
Your Discovery Consultation covers your Memory Profile, medical and family history, a MoCA screening and the tests we recommend for you.
Do you work with my GP?
Yes. We work alongside your GP and specialists, never in place of them, and share results where appropriate.
Do you see people outside North Wales?
Yes. Our clinic is in Llandudno, serving Conwy, Colwyn Bay, Bangor, Anglesey and the rest of North Wales, and we offer online consultations to people anywhere in the UK. If any part of your assessment is best done in person, we will tell you.
Can I book for a family member?
Yes. Many enquiries come from a son, daughter or partner. We welcome family members to the consultation, with the patient’s agreement.
How much does it cost?
Discovery Consultation £95 (60 mins) · Full Consultation £175 (90 mins) · Follow-Up Consultation £95 (60 mins). Lab test fees depend on the tests chosen and are agreed with you at your Discovery Consultation.