How is a neuropsychologist different from a neurologist?
A neuropsychologist is a licensed, clinical psychologist who has extensive, specialized training in neuroanatomy, neuropathology, and evaluation in order to in order to assess how brain systems affect learning, behavior, and development. A neuropsychologist has an advanced degree in psychology, known as a Ph.D. (Doctorate of Philosophy) or Psy.D. (Doctorate of Psychology). A neuropsychologist usually works with therapists, psychiatrists, neurologists, neurosurgeons, physiatrists and other medical specialists as a team to coordinate a patient’s care.
