Alison Cernich
Alison Cernich (pronounced: Al-ih-son Ser-nich) is a notable figure in the field of neuropsychology and rehabilitation medicine. She is currently serving as the Director of the National Center for Medical Rehabilitation Research (NCMRR) within the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Etymology
The name Alison is of Old German origin, meaning "noble, exalted". The surname Cernich is of Slavic origin, although its exact etymology is not known.
Career
Alison Cernich has had a distinguished career in the field of neuropsychology. She has made significant contributions to the understanding of cognitive and neurological disorders, particularly in the area of rehabilitation medicine. Prior to her role at the NCMRR, she served as the Deputy Director of the Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center (DVBIC) at the United States Department of Defense.
Research
Cernich's research focuses on the development and application of neuropsychological assessment tools to evaluate cognitive and neurological function in individuals with brain injury and other neurological disorders. She has also conducted research on the effects of traumatic brain injury (TBI) and has contributed to the development of guidelines for the management of TBI in the military.
Related Terms
- Neuropsychology
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Cognitive Disorders
- Neurological Disorders
- Traumatic Brain Injury
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Alison Cernich
- Wikipedia's article - Alison Cernich
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