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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