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.
Stephen E. Francis, PhD, ABN, FACPN
Stephen E. Francis, PhD
Oakland, California
Neuropsychology, Forensic Psychology
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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, fitness for duty, neuropsychological testing, psychological testing, symptom validity testing.
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 Psychological Association, the Northern California Neuropsychology Forum, and the Society for Personality Assessment.
Dr. Francis has spent more than 20 years assessing and treating traumatic brain injuries, neurodegenerative disorders, post-traumatic stress, and chronic pain. He was appointed by the State of California's Department of Industrial Relations Division of Workers Compensation as a Qualified Medical Evaluator in 2007. Since then, he has performed over 500 medical-legal evaluations in the...
Aimée V Sanchez, PhD, ABDA, QME, HSPP
Dr. Aimée V. Sanchez, PhD., Inc.
Fresno, California
Neuropsychology, Psychology
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Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Stroke, Dementia, Neurocognitive Disorders, Substance-Induced Neurocognitive Impairment, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Chronic Pain, Mood and Anxiety disorders, Personal Injury, Trial Pre-Consultation, IME/AME, Disability Evaluations, Worker's Compensation,
Dr. Sanchez is a licensed psychologist specializing in Applied Clinical Neuropsychology and has additional certification as a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME); Diplomate, Board Certified Senior Disability Analyst (ABDA); and HSPP in CA. Dr. Sanchez has completed specialized training in Neuropsychology and Clinical Psychology at the doctoral, internship and post-doctoral levels, in accordance with guidelines set forth for the practice of Neuropsychology by the Clinical Neuropsychology Division of the American Psychological Association and the National Academy of Neuropsychology. She earned a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology in Fresno in 1999 with concentrations in Neuropsychology, Cross Cultural, and Child Clinical Psychology. She also completed 2 years of advanced postdoctoral training in Pediatric and Adult Clinical Neuropsychology in 2007 through Fielding Institute in Chicago.
In her practice, Dr. Sanchez specializes in traumatic...
Craig B. Grether, Ph.D.
Craig B. Grether, Ph.D.
Carlsbad, California
Neuropsychology, Psychology
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Neuropsychology/Neurocognitive Deficits, Traumatic Brain Injury, PTSD, Forensic Psychology, Psychological Disability Assessment, Fitness for Duty Evaluations, Workers Compensation Qualified Medical Evaluations.
Craig B. Grether, Ph.D., Q.M.E. is a licensed clinical psychologist and qualified medical evaluator working in the San Diego area. Dr. Grether's work over the past 49 years has resulted in the development of an experience base in clinical psychology. neuropsychology, forensic psychology, geropsychology. and behavioral medicine. He is an accomplished diagnostician, therapist, researcher and author having worked in outpatient rehabilitation, private practice, long-term care, and inpatient settings.
Emin Gharibian, Psy.D.
Verdugo Psychological Associates
La Crescenta, California
Neuropsychology, Forensic Psychology
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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 10 years of experience in assessing, treating, and consulting on psychological disorders. I completed a 2-year post-doctoral fellowship in neuropsychology and specialized training in forensic psychology at Patton State Hospital, the largest forensic hospital in the country.
I specialize in providing comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological evaluations for traumatic brain injury (TBI), concussions, dementia, complications from a stroke, neurocognitive disorders, substance-induced cognitive impairment, chronic pain, PTSD, emotional distress, mood and anxiety disorders, learning disabilities, and ADHD.
I have been retained, qualified as an expert, and testified in criminal and civil cases in local, state, and military courts for cases involving psychological (e.g., PTSD, emotional distress, discrimination, chronic pain) and neuropsychological issues (e.g., TBIs, strokes, alcohol...
Delia Silva, PsyD, ABPP-CN, QME
San Diego, California
Neuropsychology, Psychology
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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.
Daniel S Proto, Ph.D., ABPP
Neurocognitive Specialty Group
Pensacola, Florida
Neuropsychology, Psychology
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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.
Alex Alverson, PhD, ABPP
Neurocognitive Specialty Group
Norcross, Georgia
Neuropsychology, Psychology
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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).
Timothy D. McManus
Ingalls Hospital
Palos Heights, Illinois
Neuropsychology, Psychology
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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.
Thomas Cothran, PhD
Cothran Forensic Neuropsychology, LLC
Hinsdale, Illinois
Neuropsychology, Psychology
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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.
Corby Bubp, Ph.D. HSPP
indianapolis, Indiana
Neuropsychology, Forensic Psychology
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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 20 doctorate and graduate students in neuropsychology and assessment. He has worked with several hospitals, clinics, schools, and public safety departments across his career. Dr. Bubp is a HIMS Neuropsychologist Consultant to the FAA and performed over a hundred pilot evaluations. He is also a sports neuropsychology consultant to pro and college athletic teams. Case file and 2nd opinion reviews are welcome. CV is available upon request. Dr. Bubp is best reached for case consultation and ne...
Jesse Smotherman, PhD
Neurocognitive Specialty Group
Metairie, 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 Neurocognitive Specialty Group (NSG), a nationwide network of clinical psychologists and neuropsychologists specializing in forensic and clinical evaluations. NSG has established clinics in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Florida, and Georgia, and its larger network of providers covers 46 states.
Forensic Specialty Areas: Dr. Smotherman has considerable experience conducting IMEs related to the Defense Base Act (DBA) and Personal Injury evaluations.
Research: Dr. Smotherman has presented and publishe...
Rebecca Wershba, Ph.D.
Boston Metro Neuropsychology
Westborough, Massachusetts
Neuropsychology, Psychology
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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.
David D Nowell, Ph.D.
Nowell Neuropsychological Services, Inc.
Worcester, Massachusetts
Neuropsychology, Psychology
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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.
Heath Gordon, PhD, ABPP
Neurocognitive Specialty Group
Ridgeland, Mississippi
Neuropsychology, Psychology
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American Board of Professional Psychology, PSYPACT Interjurisdictional Practice Certificate (IPC)
Education: Dr. Heath Gordon obtained his PhD in Counseling Psychology from West Virginia University in 2007. He completed his residency and a one-year fellowship in Clinical Geropsychology at the North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System in Gainesville, Florida. He then completed a two-year fellowship in Clinical Neuropsychology at the G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center in Jackson, MS. Dr. Gordon has been board certified in Clinical Neuropsychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) since 2016.
Employment: Dr. Gordon worked within the VA healthcare system for 11 years and in either part-time or full-time independent practice for 14 years before becoming a consulting neuropsychologist of Neurocognitive Specialty Group (NSG), a nationwide network of clinical psychologists and neuropsychologists specializing in forensic and clinical evaluations. NSG has established clinics in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Florida, and Georgia, and its larger...
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), a nationwide network of clinical psychologists and neuropsychologists specializing in forensic and clinical evaluations. NSG has established clinics in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Florida, and Georgia, and its larger network of providers covers 46 states.
Forensic Specialty Areas: Dr. Carlew has experience conducting IMEs related to Personal Injury, Defense Base Act (DBA), Return-to-Work, Civil Capacity (i.e., capacity, guardianship, conservatorship), and Fitness-for-Duty.
Research: Dr. Car...
Shawn K Acheson, PhD
Clinical Neuroscience Services of WNC
Waynesville, North Carolina
Neuropsychology, Psychology
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Clinical Neuropsychologist serving the piedmont and western North Carolina. Expertise in neuropsychological assessment, traumatic brain injury, stroke, dementia, PTSD, malingering, fitness for duty, return to work, return to play, competency, substance abuse, somatoform disorder, conversion disorder, pseudo-seizures, and psychogenic 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 consultation. Dr. Acheson has 15 years of experience providing forensic evaluations in criminal and civil cases, independent medical evaluations, as well as disability evaluations for the Veteran’s Administration. He has also evaluated fitness for duty; workers comp; and issues surrounding civil capacity (e.g., medical decision making / financial decision making / independent living). Dr. Acheson also provides expert testimony concerning the behavioral and cognitive effects of drugs of abuse; traumatic br...
Robert Collins, Ph.D., ABPP
Neurocognitive Specialty Group
Missouri City, Texas
Neuropsychology, Psychology
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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 insurance and forensic referral sources.
Anthony Bean, PhD
Bean Professional Psych Services
Fort Worth, Texas
Neuropsychology, Psychology
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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.
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 involved. In court-ordered psychological testing scenarios, Dr. Bean utilizes validated assessment tools to provide objective and thorough evaluations, contributing valuable information to legal decision-making. His testimony is not only informed by professional competence but also by a commitment to clarity and accuracy, ensuring a robust foundation for legal deliberations.
Dr. Bean has become a sought-after expert in the media, regularly contributing his insights on various psychological topics...
Nicholas Wisdom, PhD, ABPP-CN
Neurocognitive Specialty Group
League City, Texas
Neuropsychology, Psychology
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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 Specialty Group (NSG), a nationwide network of clinical psychologists and neuropsychologists specializing in forensic and clinical evaluations. NSG has established clinics in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Florida, and Georgia, and its larger network of providers covers 46 states.
Forensic Specialty Areas: Dr. Wisdom has extensive experience conducting evaluations as part of the NFL (both MAF and BAP) and NCAA Concussion Settlements. Dr. Wisdom also has considerable experience conducting IMEs re...
Erin Sullivan-Baca, Ph.D., ABPP-CN
Neurocognitive Specialty Group
Dallas, Texas
Neuropsychology, Psychology
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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 clinical neuropsychologist and Dallas Clinic Director of Neurocognitive Specialty Group (NSG), a nationwide network of clinical psychologists and neuropsychologists specializing in forensic and clinical evaluations.
Forensic Specialty Areas: Dr. Sullivan-Baca has experience conducting evaluations as part of the NFL (both MAF and BAP) and NCAA Concussion Settlements. Dr. Sullivan-Baca also has experience conducting IMEs related to Personal Injury, Defense Base Act (DBA), and FAA/HIMS.
Research: Dr. ...
Sharna L Wood, Ph.D.
Assess Texas PLLC
Cleburne, Texas
Neuropsychology, Psychology
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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 of psychology and neuropsychology.
Dr. Wood’s professional affiliations include the National Alliance of Professional Providers of Psychology, where she serves on the executive board and as associate editor of The Clinical Practitioner. She is also a member of Aerospace Medical Association, and the National Academy of Neuropsychology.
Dr. Wood's office is located in Cleburne, Texas (near Fort Worth), but she regularly travels to evaluate people for whom travel is difficult. Although licensed...
Vivian L Begali, PsyD, LCP, FACPN-ABN, ABPP
Neuropsychology & Psychological Healthcare
Richmond, Virginia
Neuropsychology, Psychology
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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, legal capacity assessment, and neuropsychological consultation. All IMEs include case review, record review, consultation, and measurement of neurocognitive and psychological/psychiatric status, mood, personality, attention/concentration, mental status, and validity/effort/response bias and credibility. Opinions are provided regarding differential diagnosis, neurocognitive status and prognosis, etiology, functionality, and treatment planning. Evaluations are conducted in a private practice off...
Eric R. Larson, PhD
Advanced Assessment
Milwaukee , Wisconsin
Neuropsychology, Psychology
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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 and cognitive disorders, and psychological conditions such as PTSD and depression. I have conducted hundreds of compensation and pension evaluations for the federal government and have testified as an expert witness both at depositions and at trial. I provide adult (age 18+) IME, consultation, and expert witness services to plaintiff and defense attorneys.
Karla M Felske, Ph.D., ABPP-CN
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Neuropsychology, Forensic Psychology
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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 Wisconsin. She is board certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology and the American Board of Clinical Neuropsychology. Dr. Felske is an active member of the American Academy of Clinical Neuropsychology, the International Neuropsychological Society, the Society of Clinical Neuropsychology, the American Psychology-Law Society, the American Psychological Association, and the National Register of Health Service Psychologists. The PSYPACT commission has granted Dr. Felske Authority to Pract...
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