Introduction
Elyssa Gerst, PhD, joined Children's Healthcare of Atlanta in 2019. She moved to Georgia from Washington, DC, where she completed her postdoctoral fellowship in clinical neuropsychology at Children's National Hospital. Prior to her fellowship training, Dr. Gerst completed her PhD at the University of Houston and her predoctoral internship in clinical psychology at Children's Hospital Colorado in Denver.
Dr. Gerst has interests in the field of pediatric neuropsychology, including cognitive development in children with complex medical histories, the impact of congenital or acquired neurological disorders on neuropsychological functioning, and supporting optimal concussion recovery in children and adolescents.
In her free time, Dr. Gerst enjoys spending time with family and friends and exploring local parks.
Honors and awards
- Psychology Award for Excellence in Teaching, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (2022)
Focus of Practice
- Neuropsychology
Areas of Interest
- Neuropsychological functioning in children with complex medical histories, including global cognitive development, social/emotional/behavioral functioning and academic performance
- Concussion recovery, treatment and prevention
- Training and program development
Locations
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Professional Affiliations
- International Neuropsychological Society
- Sports Neuropsychology Society