NEUROPSYCHOLOGISTS

Our neuropsychologists are highly trained with expertise in sophisticated testing and assessment for memory loss and behavioral disorders. We have provided the educational background and credentials of our neuropsychologists for your review.

• Amy B. Palmer, Psy.D.
• Christine M. McCarthy, Ph.D.

LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR

Deb Del Vecchio-Scully is a nationally certified and licensed professional counselor who specializes in the healing of the mind, body, and spirit. She is highly trained with expertise in treating the emotional challenges of living with chronic illness, headaches, and pain. In her role as the Health & Wellness Coordinator, she provides an extra level of care offering individual wellness management, follow-up and guidance in creating a personalized wellness or pain management plan. She believes in the innate healing ability within each of us. We have provided the educational background and credentials of our Licensed Professional Counselor for your review.

• Deb Del Vecchio-Scully, MS, LPC, NCC

Amy B. Palmer, Psy.D.
Supervisor, Neuropsychology Department

Education:

• B.A. Psychology, Davidson College, Davidson, North Carolina 1995
• M.A., Experimental Psychology, Hollins University, Roanoke Virginia 1996
• Internship, Pine Rest Mental Health, Grand Rapids, Michigan 1999-2000
• Psy.D.,Clinical Psychology, Loyola College, Baltimore, Maryland 2001
• Post-Doctoral Fellow in Clinical Neuropsychology, Institute of Living/Hartford Hospital, Hartford, CT2000-2002 (APPCN member)

• American Psychological Association
• National Academy of Neuropsychology
• International Neuropsychology Society
• Connecticut Psychological Association

• Psi Chi Honor Society, Hollins University
• Letter of Commendation, Davidson College

Christine McCarthy, Ph.D.

Education:

• B.A., Hamilton College, Clinton, New York, 1982
• M.A., Science Education, Teachers College, Columbia University, New York, New York, 1987
• Externship in Clinical Neuropsychology, Neurological Institute, Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center, New York, New York, 1987-1989
• Internship in Child/Adolescent Neuropsychology, SUNY Downstate Hospital, Brooklyn, New York, 1989-1991
• Internship in Child/Adolescent Psychology, Jewish Board of Family and Children’s Services, Brooklyn, New York, 1991-1992
• ED. M., Neurosciences and Education, Teachers College, Columbia University, New York, New York, 1994
• Ph.D., Applied Educational Psychology, teachers College, Columbia University, New York, New York, 1994

Awards:

• Fellowship for Returned Peace Corp Volunteers, Teachers College, Columbia University

Deb Del Vecchio-Scully, MS, LPC, NCC

Education:

• Bachelor of Science, Corporate Communications, Southern CT State University, New Haven, CT, 1984
• Master's of Science, Community Counseling, Southern CT State University, New Haven, CT, 2002

• American Counseling Association
• Connecticut Counseling Association

• Critical Incident Stress Debriefing, Level 1
• Integrative Yoga Therapy
• National Certified Counselor
• Reiki Master

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS

Our Physician Assistants are highly skilled and trained in neurology. We have provided the educational background and credentials of our Physician Assistants for your review.

• Bozena Czapka, MHS, PA-C
• Karen Brown, MMSc, PA-C
• Shilpa R. Desai R.R.T., C.P.F.T., M.H.S., RPA-C

Bozena Czapka, MHS, PA-C

Education:

• Master in Health Science, Physician Assistant Program, Quinnipiac University, Hamden, CT 2001
• Bachelors of Science, University of Bridgeport, Bridgeport, CT 1998

• St. Vincent's Hospital Bridgeport, CT
• New Britain Hospital, New Britain, CT

• American Academy of Physician Assistants
• NCCPA Member
• Connecticut Academy of Physician Assistants
• Member of Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society
• AAPA Multicultural Committee Delegate

• Fundamental Critical Care Support
• Rehabilitation Management of Patient With Neurological Dysfunction
• NCCPA Certifications

• Academic Achievement in Biology and Chemistry, University of Bridgeport
• President's List, University of Bridgeport

Karen Brown, MMSc, PA-C

Education:

• Bachelor of Science, Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, CT. 1997
• Master of Medical Science, Yale University School of Medicine, Physician Associate Program, New Haven, CT. 2008

• American Academy of Physician Assistants
• Connecticut Academy of Physician Assistants
• Member of Delta Epsilon Sigma National Honor Society

• NCCPA certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification

• Honors Thesis, Yale University Physician Associate Program
• B.S., Magna cum laude

Shilpa R. Desai R.R.T., C.P.F.T., M.H.S., RPA-C

Education:

• Associates in Applied Sciences in Respiratory Therapy Program (A.A.S.), Suny Westchester College. 1996
• Bachelors of Arts in Liberal Studies (B.A.), Suny Purchase College. 1999
• Bachelors in Health Science, Mercy Undergraduate Studies (B.S.), Dobbys Ferry, NY. 2004
• Master in Health Science, Physician Assistant Program (M.H.S.), Mercy Graduate Program, Dobbs Ferry, NY. 2006

Affiliations:

• St. Vincent's Hospital Bridgeport, CT

Professional Organizations:

• American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
• American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC)
• Connecticut Academy of Physician Assistants (CAPA)
• National Board for Respiratiory Care (NBRC)
• National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
• National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN)

Certifications:

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
• Advanced Pediatric Life support (APLS)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Board Certification in Physician Assistant Studies (NCCPA)
• Certified in Conscious Sedation Training (CCST)
• Certified Pulmonary Function Tech (CPFT)
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Honors/Awards:

• Excellence in Physician Assistant Studies
• Dean's list, Purchase College
• Honors program in Respiratory Care studies