What is NEUROPSYCHOLOGY?

Neuropsychology is an area of study dedicated to understanding brain and behavior relationships. Clinical evaluations are comprehensive and provide objective test findings that can explain changes in cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning. Dr. Kiely appreciates the diversity of individuals who request an evaluation. As such, the assessment experience is individualized, and the battery of assembled tests is tailored to address the targeted referral question.

HOW CAN AN EVALUATION BE USEFUL?

A neuropsychological assessment can meet a number goals including:

• Narrowing the list of diagnostic possibilities

• Establishing a cognitive profile of relative strengths and weakness

• Characterizing the extent of cognitive and functional changes

• Differential diagnosis (i.e., normal aging vs. underlying neurodegenerative disease)

• Establishing a cognitive baseline, with subsequent tracking of changes over time

• The results can provide a "road map" for other treating providers

• Establishing appropriate treatment recommendations in accord with patient needs

who should get an evaluation?

For assessment patients, Dr. Kiely sees adult patients (18 years +) who are experiencing a wide spectrum of symptoms and conditions including:

• Memory challenges

• Concern for neurodegenerative disease (e.g., Alzheimer's disease)

• Motor changes and Movement disorders (e.g., Parkinson's disease)

• Cerebrovascular disease and stroke

• Concentration challenges or suspected ADHD

• Head injury and suspected concussion

• Cognitive impact of endocrine disorders (e.g., Hashimoto’s disease)

• Cognitive impact of chronic pain

• Cognitive impact from sleep related issues (insomnia, sleep apnea)

• Diagnostic clarification and treatment planning for complex psychiatric presentations

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