Need a Clinical Neuropsychologist in Johannesburg?
We’re here to assist with brain-related issues using the skills of the team at Ormond Neuroscience, that comprises a clinical neuropsychologist, an educational psychologist, psychometrists and competent administrators. We are based at the Netcare Rehabilitation Hospital, the best neurological rehabilitation facility in Southern Africa. Whether the brain in question is your own, or that of a family member, or a client of yours, we can help. We deal with structural brain problems like stroke and functional brain issues like depression. If the problem links to brain function, then it’s in our field.
The primary thrust at Ormond Neuroscience is on clinical work, on making people better. That means we diagnose and we treat. Furthermore, differential diagnosis is a critical aspect of that exercise to ensure that the diagnosis is correct and the intended treatment is appropriate. We also provide functional capacity evaluations for the insurance industry. On top of that, we do medicolegal work, providing expert witness testimony in court matters.
In Science we Trust
Rigorous scientific research backs up everything we do at Ormond Neuroscience. Careful research and proven efficacy underpin the diagnoses we make, the assessment tools we use, the treatment methods we apply, and the advice we give. As you might expect, we leave nothing to chance.
We use our knowledge of brain function, the human mind, and neuropathology to make accurate diagnoses. The human brain is an astoundingly complex organ. After all, it underpins the incredible prowess of the human mind. Notwithstanding its awesome power, the brain is a very delicate organ and is easy to damage.
Structural abnormalities like traumatic brain injury, or functional abnormalities like panic attacks or post-traumatic stress disorder, can seriously impair our magnificent brains. Understanding the nature of the brain problem is key. Even when there is no obvious treatment, understanding what is happening in your brain makes a huge difference to living with the problem. When treatment is possibe, it needs to be gentle, precise and well-informed.
Neuropsychologist at the Leading Edge of Neuroscience
We want the best possible outcome for our patients. Consequently, we spend a lot of time keeping up to date, attending conferences, participating in webinars, and reading the latest scientific research. That means that we connect advances in the neurosciences to the practical, real-world application of clinical neuropsychology. We apply the leading edge of neuroscience to the diagnosis of brain dysfunction. Without a doubt, it helps if your neuropsychologist is up to speed with the latest research and developments in this radiply advancing field!
We implement state-of-the-art brain-mind therapy. Recently, we have been using a ground-breaking new treatment, vagal nerve stimulation, to help people deal with brain-related impairments. It’s a remarkable treatment that literally gets into your brain.
Neuroharmonics is our wonderful brain health programme. These interventions reverse cognitive decline in people teetering on the edge of dementia, as proven by the appropriate research. Moreover, Neuroharmonics is also an ideal treatment for people recovering from strokes, brain tumours, and other brain catastrophes. Additionally, Neuroharmonics is great for stressed, burnt out executives, depressed people, and those overwhelmed by anxiety.
Causes of Brain Dysfunction
Changes in the physical structure of the brain cause alterations in psychological functioning and behaviour. That’s precisely the domain of a neuropsychologist: brain-mind relationships. Structural, anatomical problems in the brain arise from many causes. These include developmental aberrations (like autism), disease (like stroke), physical injury (like traumatic brain injury), and age-linked illness (such as dementia). We understand brain-related problems due to a wide variety of different causes.
Furthermore, neuropsychologists also understand how psychological functioning affects the workings of the brain. For instance, depression and anxiety can bring about changes in brain function. In the longer term, emotional problems can even cause alterations in the structure of the brain. That’s an astonishing fact that not everyone appreciates. Yes, it means that your emotional space can change the physical structure of your brain! Read that again!
Personalised, Skillful, Caring Treatment
We will help you manage the complex two-way relationship between the physical and the mental. Ormond Neuroscience deal with brain-related issues across the lifespan, from infants to adults to geriatrics. We make a positive difference in your daily life, at home, at school, or in the workplace. We’re fastidious and we care about our patients.
Neurological Diseases and Conditions
We deal with:
- disease, such Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis or stroke.
- trauma, such as traumatic brain injury caused by motor vehicle accidents, assault or falls.
- perinatal brain damage, such as hypoxic-ischaemic brain injury due to complications at birth, Fragile-X syndrome, or Down’s syndrome.
- exposure to neurotoxins, such as organophosphate pesticides, solvents, and heavy metals such as mercury and manganese.
- mood disorders, such as post-traumatic stress disorder, major depressive disorder and bipolar mood disorder.
- organ failure, such as cirrhosis of the liver, renal failure and cardiac arrest.
- concussion, as occurs on the sports field.
Clientele of Ormond Neuroscience
Ormond Neuroscience is able to provide detailed neuropsychological assessment, which is invaluable information to many kinds of people, including:
- Attorneys involved in personal injury litigation who are dealing with patients with traumatic brain injuries, or hypoxic-ischaemic brain injury arising from obstetric or gynaecological problems, or any disruption of mental function arising from medical negligence.
- Businesses interested in the well-being and performance of employees with mental conditions, including stroke, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and executive burn-out.
- Insurance companies evaluating disability claims related to a variety of conditions, such as brain tumours, depression, head injury, cerebral malaria and other disorders.
- Neurologists concerned with differential diagnosis. For example, distinguishing between depression and dementia, or detailing the impact of cardiac arrest or coronary artery bypass graft on neuropsychological functioning.
- Patients suffering from brain-related conditions, whether due to trauma or disease, congenital neurological problems, or complications from surgery.
- Ordinary People battling with depression, anxiety, bipolar, burnout or pretty much any other conditions affecting brain function.
- Psychiatrists who need to determine the impact on cognitive functioning of psychiatric disorders. These include bipolar mood disorder, major depressive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, suspected dementia and related conditions.
- Sports physicians needing to understand the severity of a concussion and make decisions regarding return to play.
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