Neuropsychology Independent Medical Examiners

Welcome to the SEAK National Directory of Independent Medical Examiners. The Neuropsychology Independent Medical Examiners found here provide independent medical exams (IMEs), medical evaluations, impartial examinations, independent medical assessments, vocational assessments, functional capacity evaluations, impairment ratings, second opinions, return to work evaluations, or fitness for duty exams to evaluate the extent of disability, permanent impairment or injuries.

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Brittani Baldwin Gracey, PsyD

Little Rock Psychological Assessments

Little Rock, Arkansas

Psychology, Neuropsychology

Psychology/Neuropsychology - Dr. Baldwin is an experienced psychologist and neuropsychologist with over 15 years of licensed experience. She is the owner of Little Rock Psychological Assessments (LRPA), a group practice with a number of skilled psychologists and neuropsychologists available across the United States and internationally. LRPA psychologists have experience with the following: independent psychological/neuropsychological evaluations, workers compensation evaluations, fitness fo...

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Emin Gharibian, Psy.D.

Verdugo Psychological Associates

La Crescenta, California

Neuropsychology, Forensic Psychology - Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Stroke, Dementia, Neurocognitive Disorders, Substance-Induced Neurocognitive Impairment, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Emotional Distress and Damages, Mood and Anxiety disorders, Somatic Symptom Disorders, Chronic Pain, Discrimination (employment, racial, gender and sexual), Personal Injury, IME/ AME, Disability Evaluations, Worker's Compensation, Fitness for Duty, Pre-Employment Evaluations, and Violence Risk Assessment.

I am a clinical psychologist specializing in forensic psychology and neuropsychology with over 15 years of experience in assessing, treating, and consulting on psychological disorders. I completed a 2-year postdoctoral re-specialization in neuropsychology through Fielding Graduate University. I completed additional training in forensic psychology at Patton State Hospital, the largest forensic hospital in the country. I specialize in providing comprehensive psychological and neuropsychologi...

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Stephen E. Francis, PhD, ABN, FACPN

Stephen E. Francis, PhD

Oakland, California

Neuropsychology, Forensic Psychology - Traumatic brain injury, mild traumatic brain injury, concussion, post-concussion syndrome, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), chronic pain, depression, emotional damages, catastrophic injury, electrical injury, toxic tort, personal injury, expert witness, independent medical examination (IME), disability evaluation, defense base act, neuropsychological testing, psychological testing, symptom validity testing. Undue Influence. Testamentary Capacity. Dementia. Alzheimer's Disease.

Dr. Francis is a Fellow of the American College of Professional Neuropsychology. He has been board-certified by the American Board of Professional Neuropsychology (ABN). Dr. Francis is a professional member of the American Academy of Clinical Neuropsychology and the National Academy of Neuropsychology. He is a member of Division 22 (Rehabilitation Psychology) and Division 40 (Neuropsychology) of the American Psychological Association. He also maintains membership in the California Psychol...

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Delia Silva, PsyD, ABPP-CN, QME

San Diego, California

Neuropsychology, Psychology - Dr. Silva is board-certified in clinical neuropsychology (ABPP-CN) and has additional certification as a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) in CA. She has held board positions with national, state, and local neuropsychology organizations. She specializes with traumatic brain injuries, neurodegenerative conditions, complex medical conditions in adults, mood and anxiety disorders, somatic symptom disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and chronic pain syndromes. She also speaks Spanish.

All evaluations include assessment of performance and symptom validity. Conclusions are based on objective data and are evidence-based. Dr. Silva has performed evaluations for both defense and plaintiff attorneys (approximately 70/30). She will provide free initial consultations to determine if she is the right expert for the case. She is founder of Pacific Neurobehavioral Clinic, a reputable mental health clinic in San Diego, CA.

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Jonathan Gross, Psy.D.

Behavioral Health of North Florida

Jacksonville, Florida

Neuropsychology, Psychology - Expert in aquired brain injuries including traumatic brain injury. Expertise in Neuropsychology; Psychology; Neuropsychologist; Psychologist; Traumatic Brain Injury; TBI; mild traumatic brain injury; mTBI, mild TBI; Post Traumatic Stress Disorder; PTSD; Fitness for Duty; Malingering; Competency to Stand Trial; Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity; Developmental Disorder; Disability; Intellectual Disability; Autism; Neurocognitive Disorder; cognitive impairment; workers' compensation

Dr. Gross is a fellowship-trained neuropsychologist and licensed psychologist with extensive experience in the fields of neuropsychology, neuropsychological rehabilitation, and psychological assessment. He has trained at various centers of excellence including Emory University, the Mount Sinai Medical Center, and Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital. His exertise includes the evaluation of traumatic brain injury and other neuromedical conditions including dementia, stroke, and developmental disorde...

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Isaac Tourgeman, PhD ABMP

Miami, Florida

Neuropsychology, Brain Injury Medicine - Dr. Isaac Tourgeman is a bilingual (English/Spanish) Board Certified Medical Psychologist whose scope of work consists of clinical neuropsychology, inpatient rehabilitation and acute management of neurotrauma. He specializes in the evaluation of complex neurocognitive and psychiatric conditions including acquired brain injury, post-concussive syndrome, dementia, PTSD, and mood/anxiety disorders.

Dr. Tourgeman holds certifications as a Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS) and Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), and has advanced training in psychopharmacology. Dr. Tourgeman has over a decade of experience conducting forensic neuropsychological evaluations, disability assessments, and IMEs, providing clear, evidence-based reports that integrate testing, record review, and collateral data. He also serves as Director of Inpatient Neuropsychology at a rehabilitation hospital and is ...

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Daniel S Proto, Ph.D., ABPP

Neurocognitive Specialty Group

Pensacola, Florida

Neuropsychology, Psychology - American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) - Clinical Neuropsychology PSYPACT Interjurisdictional Practice Authority

Board Certified in Clinical Neuropsychology (ABPP) with a focus in adult neuropsychological and psychological assessment, including in populations with traumatic brain injury, neurodegenerative disease, stroke, epilepsy, and psychiatric disorders such as PTSD.

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Alex Alverson, PhD, ABPP

Neurocognitive Specialty Group

Alpharetta, Georgia

Neuropsychology, Psychology - Board Certified in Clinical Neuropsychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP).

Dr. Alverson performs psychological and neuropsychological evaluations with adults from a range of medical and neurologic populations including brain tumor, traumatic brain injury, stroke, epilepsy, Multiple Sclerosis and other autoimmune conditions, neurodegenerative diseases, and primary psychiatric disorders (PTSD, Major Depression, etc).

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Thomas Cothran, PhD

Cothran Forensic Neuropsychology, PLLC

Hinsdale, Illinois

Neuropsychology, Psychology - I am a fellowship trained, clinical neuropsychologist and a licensed clinical psychologist. I conduct comprehensive neuropsychological assessments to help answer a variety of diagnostic questions. I typically work with adults and older adults with a variety of neurological and psychiatric presentations such as traumatic brain injuries, dementia, epilepsy, stroke, movement disorders, PTSD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADHD, and malingering.

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Timothy D. McManus

Ingalls Hospital

Palos Heights, Illinois

Neuropsychology, Psychology - Practice focused upon Neuropsychological services for adults, geriatrics and children as well as Rehabilitation Psychology Services for chronic pain patients and patients with PTSD. Neuropsychological Evaluations, Psychological Pain Assessments, IME's, and Consultations. Medical Records Review. Mild Head Injury, Workman's Compensation, and Personal Injury cases assessed.

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Corby Bubp, Ph.D. HSPP

indianapolis, Indiana

Neuropsychology, Forensic Psychology - Neuropsychologist, Psychologist, Brain Injury, Traumatic Brain injury, PTSD, FFD, Fitness For Duty, Public Safety, Malingering, Personal Injury, Medical Psychology, Disability, Forensic, Trauma, Workers Compensation, Neuropsychologist, Neurology, Concussion, TBI, Pain, Aviation, Police/Fire

Dr. Corby Bubp is a fellowship trained Neuropsychologist and Psychologist based out of Indianapolis but licensed in 38 states through Psypact. He has a specialty in neuropsychology, forensic evaluations, medical psychology, public safety evaluations, PTSD, and sports neuropsychology/psychology. Dr. Bubp has worked as an expert in federal, state and local courts and has consulted in several brain-related and trauma cases including death penalty mitigation. He has trained or supervised over ...

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Jesse Smotherman, PhD

Neurocognitive Specialty Group

Slidell, Louisiana

Neuropsychology, Psychology

Education: Dr. Jesse Smotherman obtained his PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of North Texas in 2020. He completed his residency at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center School of Medicine, with a specialized track in clinical neuropsychology, and a two-year APPCN fellowship in Clinical Neuropsychology at Ochsner Health in the Department of Neurology. Employment: Dr. Smotherman is a Clinical Neuropsychologist and the Regional Clinic Director in Louisiana for Neuroc...

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David D Nowell, Ph.D.

Nowell Neuropsychological Services, Inc.

Worcester, Massachusetts

Neuropsychology, Psychology - Peforming validated neuropsychological assessment of complaints associated with behavioral health disorders, dementia, traumatic brain injury (including mild TBI), and ADHD and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Adjunct professor at Clark University. Physician Advisor with University of Massachusetts Medical School Disability Evaluation Services. Consultant to an acute rehabilitation hospital. Providing continuing education workshops across the US and Australia.

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Frederick "Ted" W Green, Psy.D.

Moonlight Psychological Services, LLC

Seekonk, Massachusetts

Neuropsychology, Psychology - Psychologist with 14 years experience in neuropsychological testing and evaluation. Specialties include neuropsychological testing for personal injury IME (cognitive and psychological impairments due to injury); PTSD evaluations; disability evaluations; personality testing; IME for veteran evaluations compensation and pension exams. Sentence mitigation due to Autism Spectrum Disorder or other impairment from diagnosis. IME for workers compensation, disability claims, veteran benefits.

Dr. Green is a licensed psychologist with 14 years of experience in neuropsychological testing and assessment; licensed in MA, RI, and PsyPact States. He is an expert in PTSD, having trained at multiple VA medical centers and participated in weekly clinical meetings at the National Center for PTSD in White River Junction, VT. Dr. Green completed his APA-accredited internship at the Albany Psychology Consortium, where he trained across inpatient, VA, and outpatient medical settings. He current...

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Rebecca Wershba, Ph.D.

Boston Metro Neuropsychology

Westborough, Massachusetts

Neuropsychology, Psychology - Neuropsychologist with expertise in TBI, dementia, stroke, and complex medical presentations. Provides IMEs, fitness for duty, workers’ compensation, disability, and capacity evaluations (including guardianship, financial, and testamentary capacity). Specialized training in capacity and TBI. Skilled in distinguishing neurological from psychiatric or functional conditions. Consultant at acute rehab hospital and founder of a growing private practice. Expedited availability with rapid turnaround.

Ph.D. from Arizona State University. Postdoctoral training at UMass and Harvard-affiliated Cambridge Health Alliance, specialized postdoctoral training in mild traumatic brain injury. Specialized training in capacity evaluations. She is licensed in Massachusetts and Vermont, and holds PSYPACT authority to conduct evaluations for clients located in most other PSYPACT-participating states.

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Anne R Carlew, PhD

Neurocognitive Specialty Group

Ridgeland, Mississippi

Neuropsychology, Psychology

Education: Dr. Anne Carlew obtained her PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of North Texas. She then completed her residency at Rush University Medical Center and a two-year fellowship in Clinical Neuropsychology at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Dr. Carlew is eligible for board certification in Clinical Neuropsychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP). Employment: Dr. Carlew is the Clinic Director of Neurocognitive Specialty Group (NSG), ...

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Frank R Maurio, PHD

New York, New York

Neuropsychology, Psychology - Post-concussion syndrome Post-traumatic stress disorder Residency trained in head trauma, traumatic brain injury, concussion

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Shawn K Acheson, PhD

Acheson Forensic NeuroPsyche Consulting

Waynesville, North Carolina

Neuropsychology, Psychology - Clinical and Forensic Neuropsychologist serving western North Carolina, the NC Piedmont, and the nation using remote Telehealth platforms (e.g., Zoom). Expertise in neuropsychological assessment, traumatic brain injury, stroke, dementia, PTSD, malingering, fitness for duty, return to work, return to play, criminal and civil competencies, substance abuse, somatoform disorder, and conversion disorder / functional neurological disorders (e.g., pseudo-seizures an movement disorders).

Dr. Acheson is a forensic neuropsychologist in private practice in Asheville, NC. He previously held academic appointments in the Department of Psychology, Western Carolina University; Department of Psychiatry, University of NC School of Medicine; and, the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Duke University Medical Center where he completed his neuropsychology residency and post-doctoral fellowship training. He remains available throughout central and western NC for consultati...

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Frederick "Ted" W Green, Psy.D.

Moonlight Psychological Services, LLC

Cranston, Rhode Island

Neuropsychology, Psychology - Psychologist with 14 years experience in neuropsychological testing and psychological evaluation. Specialties include neuropsychological testing for personal injury IME (cognitive and psychological impairments due to injury); PTSD evaluations; differential diagnosis; disability evaluations; personality testing; IME for veteran evaluations compensation and pension exams.

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Kathryn Steele, Doctorate of Psychology

psych-exam.com

Goodlettsville, Tennessee

Neuropsychology, Psychology - I am an expert in neuropsychological and psychological testing and evaluations with over 20 years of experience in clinical assessment. This includes brain-behavior neurological disorders, presurgical evaluations, employment evaluation services, consultation, worker's compensation, and IMEs. I am PSYPACT certified, which affords me the opportunity to practice interjurisdictionally in 43 states (48 enacted).

Memberships: National Academy of Neuropsychology International Neuropsychological Society Past Chair Tennessee Neuropsychology Committee President Elect of Tennessee Psychological Association

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Anthony Bean, PhD

Bean Professional Psych Services

Fort Worth, Texas

Neuropsychology, Psychology - Dr. Bean is a highly esteemed psychologist with an extensive range of qualifications, holding licensure in over 25 states across the United States. He regularly conducts fitness for duty, pre-employment, social security, SSDI, and other psychological assessments tailored to the referral's needs.' Autism, Video Games, Psychological Assessment, Psychology

Expert witness testimony in therapy and court-ordered psychological testing serves as a crucial component in legal proceedings and mental health evaluations. Dr. Bean brings a wealth of experience to the courtroom, offering insightful and credible testimony based on a comprehensive understanding of psychological principles. In therapy-related cases, his expertise extends to explaining and contextualizing therapeutic approaches, ensuring the court gains a clear understanding of the nuances in...

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Sharna L Wood, Ph.D.

Assess Texas PLLC

Cleburne, Texas

Neuropsychology, Psychology - Psychological and neuropsychological assessment encompassing a wide range of disorders, including brain injury, organic brain disorders, dementias, MVC, TBI, mTBI, PTSD, and many others. Well-versed in disability, rehabilitation, and ERISA. Testified over 50 times in deposition, bench, and jury trials since 2014.

Dr. Wood is a consulting neuropsychologist for both plaintiffs and defense who has independently practiced in Texas since 2009, although she has worked in psychological and neuropsychological assessment since 2001. Her clinical training was primarily in the public hospital system in Fort Worth, but she experienced a wide variety of training settings, including neurocognitive rehabilitation and rural outreach. Her professional career includes several faculty and director positions in the areas...

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Erin Sullivan-Baca, Ph.D., ABPP-CN

Neurocognitive Specialty Group

Plano, Texas

Neuropsychology, Psychology - Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Concussions, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Stroke, Dementia, IME, Neuropsychological Assessment

Education: Dr. Erin Sullivan-Baca obtained her PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of North Texas in 2019. She then completed her residency at the VA North Texas Healthcare System (Dallas VA) and a two-year fellowship in Clinical Neuropsychology at the Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Dr. Sullivan-Baca has been board certified in Clinical Neuropsychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) since 2022. Employment: Dr. Sullivan-Baca is a clini...

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Robert Collins, Ph.D., ABPP

Neurocognitive Specialty Group

Missouri City, Texas

Neuropsychology, Psychology - American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) - Clinical Neuropsychology

Board Certified in Clinical Neuropsychology (ABPP/CN) with clinical and research experience in the cognitive and psychiatric sequelae following traumatic brain injury, neurodegenerative disease, epilepsy, and cancer treatments. Dr. Collins is an authority in factors related to test taking validity. and is also widely published (articles and chapters on request). Dr. Collins has extensive experience conducting objective, data-driven Independent Neuropsychological Evaluations for both insuran...

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Nicholas Wisdom, PhD, ABPP-CN

Neurocognitive Specialty Group

League City, Texas

Neuropsychology, Psychology - American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) - Clinical Neuropsychology

Education: Dr. Nicholas Wisdom obtained his PhD in Clinical Psychology from Oklahoma State University in 2010. He then completed his residency at Yale University School of Medicine and a two-year fellowship in Clinical Neuropsychology at the Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Dr. Wisdom has been board certified in Clinical Neuropsychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) since 2015. Employment: Dr. Wisdom is the CEO and co-founder of Neurocognitive Spe...

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Ashley LeMaire, PhD

Houston, Texas

Neuropsychology, Psychology - I have specialized experience conducting comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological evaluations with adults and older adults. My primary area of practice includes assessing individuals with neurodegenerative diseases/dementia, TBI and acquired brain injury, stroke, and other neurological conditions. I have additional expertise in assessment of mental health populations and complex cases, including serious mental illness, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and personality disorders.

Board certified in Clinical Neuropsychology

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Brittany Cerbone, Ph.D., ABPP-CN

Neurocognitive Specialty Group

San Antonio, Texas

Neuropsychology, Psychology

Education: Dr. Brittany Cerbone obtained her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with major area of focus in Neuropsychology from the University of Houston in 2020. She then completed her clinical psychology internship at the Phoenix VA Healthcare System and a two-year fellowship in Clinical Neuropsychology at Barrow Neurological Institute. Dr. Cerbone has been board certified in Clinical Neuropsychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) since 2025. Employment: Dr. Cerbone is ...

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Spencer W Liebel, PhD

University of Utah

Salt Lake City, Utah

Neuropsychology, Forensic Psychology - Traumatic Brain Injury, Concussion, Capacity, Testamentary Capacity, Dementia, Depression, Anxiety, Posttraumatic Stress disorder, PTSD, Stroke, Noncredible Neurocognitive Symptoms, Somatoform Disorder, Somatic Symptom Disorder

I am at the forefront of conducting expert, comprehensive medicolegal neuropsychological evaluations in Utah and its neighboring regions. My background in clinical neuropsychology, coupled with extensive field experience, positions me as a leading provider of state-of-the-art expert neuropsychological assessments. From traumatic brain injury to dementia and stroke, I adeptly address an array of conditions with precision and care. I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the field of n...

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Vivian L Begali, PsyD, LCP, FACPN-ABN, ABPP

Neuropsychology & Psychological Healthcare

Richmond, Virginia

Neuropsychology, Psychology - Dr. Begali is a licensed clinical psychologist and is double board certified. She has over 25 years of clinical experience in the treatment and neuropsychological assessment of neurological and psychiatric conditions (dementia, concussion/TBI, stroke, MS, PTSD, toxic exposure, pain, WC work injury). Neuropsychological IMEs are used to qualify and quantify dysfunction for disability determination, capacity assessment, fitness for duty, security clearance, and medico-legal cases.

Dr. Vivian Begali is board certified in Clinical Psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) and in Clinical Neuropsychology by the American Board of Professional Neuropsychology (ABN). She provides clinical care and neuropsychological assessments; IMEs; peer reviews and second opinions; forensic neuropsychological evaluations for diagnostic and disability determination, capacity related to competency, fitness for duty and security clearance, readiness to return to work...

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Karla M Felske, Ph.D., ABPP-CN

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Neuropsychology, Forensic Psychology - Dr. Karla Felske, Ph. D., ABPP, ABPP-CN is a board-certified clinical neuropsychologist and forensic psychologist, who provides independent medical examinations for both adult and pediatric cases. She specializes in Traumatic Brain Injury and Post-traumatic Stress with additional expertise in chronic pain and disability determinations with a wide variety of acquired neurological, neurodegenerative, neurodevelopmental, and emotional disorders.

Dr. Felske conducts comprehensive independent medical evaluations for personal injury, workers’ compensation, and disability determinations. Dr. Felske received her bachelor’s degree in psychology and her master’s and doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI. She completed an American Psychological Association approved internship through the Nebraska Internship Consortium in Professional Psychology and fellowship at St. Luke’s Medical Center in Wiscon...

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Eric R. Larson, PhD

Advanced Assessment

Milwaukee , Wisconsin

Neuropsychology, Psychology - Assessment of psychological and neuropsychological conditions including traumatic brain injury, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), stroke, dementia, ADHD, hydrocephalus, epilepsy, frontotemporal dementia, disorders of executive functioning, aphasia, depression, and personality disorders. Symptom validity and performance validity measured during all evaluations.

I am a board-certified neuropsychologist with extensive experience conducting adult neuropsychological and psychological evaluations in various contexts. As a faculty member at the Medical College of Wisconsin, adjunct faculty at the University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee, and a neuropsychologist at the Milwaukee VA, I regularly teach graduate students and residents how to diagnose and treat patients with psychological and neuropsychological conditions including traumatic brain injuries, memory...

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