Neuropsychological Assessment Service
The Neuropsychology Assessment Service of Columbia Psychiatry at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, provides state-of-the-art diagnostic testing and evaluations for a wide variety of neuropsychiatric and neurological disorders, as well as learning and memory problems. Staffed with expert faculty, the Neuropsychology Assessment Service conducts comprehensive evaluations to assess the full range of cognitive and emotional functioning.

Referring professionals and agencies are provided with detailed feedback, including a written report outlining findings, treatment recommendations, referral resources, and follow-up consultation.

Assessments

Neuropsychological assessments evaluate the following functions:
Intellect
Memory
Language
Visuospatial skills
Academic achievement
Sensory-motor abilities
Personality

Services Offered

Neuropsychological testing can be helpful with many disorders. Following are some of the conditions addressed by the Neuropsychology Assessment Service:

Cognitive disorder in neuropsychiatric conditions
Traumatic brain injury
Stroke and other cerebrovascular disorders
Seizure disorder
Dementia
Language disturbance
Learning disability
Dyslexia
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Cognitive changes following medical illness or surgery
HIV-associated dementia complex
Neurotoxin exposure

Specialized forensic services are also available for the assessment of

Psychological and cognitive factors resulting from an injury or medical condition
Disability
Competency
Expertise for all age groups: children, adolescents, adults and the elderly

Financial Information

The Neuropsychology Assessment Service is a fee-for-service clinical program. Fees depend on the comprehensiveness of the evaluation.

Staff

For Adults:

Wilfred G. van Gorp, Ph.D., ABPP
Director, Neuropsychology
Professor of Clinical Psychology
Lorraine Taylor, Office Manager

For Children and Adolescents:

Ann C. Marcotte, Ph.D., ABPP
Director, Pediatric Neuropsychology
Associate Clinical Professor of Medical Psychology
Sandra Rodriguez, Office Manager

Mi-Yeoung Jo, Psy.D.
Staff Neuropsychologist,
Assistant Clinical Professor of Medical Psychology

Nancy Hartwell, Ph.D.
Staff Neuropsychologist,
Inpatient Services

Contact

To schedule an appointment, make a referral or for further information, please call:

Adults
(212) 342-1589

Children and Adolescents
(212) 305-9101

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Columbia University Medical Center Eastside
16 East 60th Street
New York, NY 10022

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/
Columbia University Medical Center
622 West 168th Street
New York, NY 10032






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