Frederick W. Unverzagt, PhD

Bio

My research is focused on improving diagnosis and treatment of older adults with cognitive impairment and Alzheimer disease. I have led and collaborated on cross-national studies on the prevalence, incidence, and risk factors of Alzheimer disease and on randomized clinical trials of behavioral and lifestyle interventions to maintain and improve cognition and daily function in older adults. In addition, I am the director of the residency training program in Clinical Neuropsychology. I also actively promote the professional practice of psychology and neuropsychology and have been elected to the boards of the Indiana Psychological Association, the American Board of Clinical Neuropsychology (the primary board certification organization in neuropsychology), and the Association of Postdoctoral Programs in Clinical Neuropsychology (a membership organization of residency training programs).

Titles & Appointments

Professor of Psychiatry
Professor of Medical & Molecular Genetics

Education

1991 RES Medical College of Wisconsin (1991)

1991 PhD Southern Illinois University Carbondale

1987 MA Southern Illinois University Carbondale

1982 BA Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Research

Epidemiology of cognitive impairment, Alzheimer disease, and stroke. Neuropsychological test (and battery) development and normative studies. Clinical trials of behavioral and lifestyle interventions to maintain and improve cognition in older adults.
Professional Organizations

American Psychological Association
Board Certifications

American Board of Clinical Neuropsychology
Clinical Interests

I founded the Neuropsychology Clinic in Psychiatry at Indiana University School of Medicine and provide assessment and diagnosis of the full spectrum of neurobehavioral pathologies including: Alzheimer disease, Lewy Body disease, frontotemporal disease, stroke, multiple sclerosis, brain tumor, traumatic brain injury, and occupational exposure. I also perform independent medical examinations for insurance companies and attorneys.
Awards

Org: Indiana University
Desc: Trustee Teaching Award
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Org: Indiana Psychological Association
Desc: Gordon A. Barrows Award for Distinguished Contributions to Psychology
Scope: State
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Org: Southern Illinois University
Desc: Janet E. Rafferty Scientist-Practitioner Award
Scope: Department
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Org: Southern Illinois University
Desc: Distinguished Alumni Award for Career Achievement
Scope: University
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