Neuropsychology at UPMC in Central Pa.

UPMC's neuropsychology experts provide comprehensive care for memory, mood, behavior, and cognitive problems that are related to neurological conditions.

Why Choose UPMC in Central Pa. for Neuropsychology Care?

At UPMC, our neuropsychology specialists provide individualized evaluations to diagnose memory, mood, behavior, and cognitive problems that can occur as a result of a range of neurological conditions. Our neuropsychologists will perform a complete assessment to evaluate several areas of brain function, including personality, memory, cognitive ability, emotions, problem-solving, and reasoning.

After you receive the results of your assessment, your neuropsychologist will work closely with you and your neurologist to develop a care plan that may include medication, rehabilitation therapy.

Common Neuropsychological Disorders

Our neuropsychology experts provide compassionate, personalized care for a full range of conditions that affect the way your brain functions, including:

• Alzheimer's disease
• Brain injury
• Dementia
• Epilepsy
• Post-concussion

Neuropsychological Procedures and Treatments

Our neuropsychology specialists offer a full range of neuropsychological tests to diagnose how well your brain is working, including tests for:

• Attention span
• Memory
• Language skills
• Speech skills
• Reasoning skills
• Planning skills
• Organizing skills
• Mood and emotions

Need more information?
Phone: 717-791-2520

Providers

• Heather M. Nissley, PhD
  
• Jessica M. Rusbatch, PsyD
  

Locations

Harrisburg

Mechanicsburg