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The University of Miami School of Medicine Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation provides comprehensive assessment and treatment services across the lifespan by an expert staff for persons with neurological disorders (such as traumatic brain and spinal cord injury, dementia, stroke, and multiple sclerosis), and chronic illness (diabetes, cardiovascular disease, chronic pain). Treatment services are tailored to suit the individual’s needs based on the strengths and weaknesses identified in the assessment.
What Is Neuropsychology?
Neuropsychology is the scientific study of the functions of mind as it relates to the workings of the brain. Neuropsychological testing is a way of looking at the relationships between the brain and cognitive abilities. These tests are an important part of an overall evaluation, as they provide an objective measure of a person’s cognitive & emotional strengths and weaknesses. Using a set of standardized tests and procedures, neuropsychological assessment provides a comprehensive assessment of cognitive and emotional functioning using standardized tests.
What is Rehabilitation Psychology?
Rehabilitation Psychology is the specialty of clinical psychology focused on achievement of optimal psychological, physical and social functioning in patients and families impacted by a disability or medical condition. Rehabilitation psychologists strive to improve quality of life and restore hope and meaning to the lives of those dealing with the effects of disability, chronic illness or traumatic injury.
Common Reasons That Patients See Us
- Memory and attention problems
- Dementia
- Depression and other Psychiatric Conditions
- Pre and post-surgical evaluations
- Mild cognitive impairment
- Cognitive effects of toxic exposure, substance abuse or medications
- Effects on the brain from neuromuscular and demyelinating disease
- Recovery of cognitive function after head injury or stroke
- Unexplained cognitive change
- Disability & competency evaluations
Services Provided Include
• Neuropsychological and Psychological Assessments
• Academic and Vocational Assessments and Planning
• Psychoeducational/School Evaluations
• Pre-surgical evaluations and Medical Intervention Services
• Individual and family psychotherapy
• Cognitive rehabilitation
• Medical provider consultation
• Substance abuse screening and referral
• Pain management skills training
• Complex patient consultation
Making Referrals
Referrals for clinical neuropsychological evaluation may be arranged by physicians, other health care professionals, the prospective patient or family members. Our administrative offices are located at 1120 NW 14th Street in Miami Florida. To make a referral please contact 305-243-6605.
Doug Johnson-Greene, Ph.D., MPH, ABPP
Tenured Professor and Director of Neuropsychology, and Rehabilitation Psychology
Board Certified in Clinical Neuropsychology
Board Certified in Rehabilitation Psychology
Board Certified in Clinical Neuropsychology
David S. Kushner, M.D.
Professor
Board Certified and Fellowship Trained in Neurorehabilitation
Board Certified in Psychiatry and Neurology