Peter R Kaplan, Ph.D.
Neuropsychology

We assist other health care workers and attorneys to determine whether an individual has the capacity to independently act in a variety of roles, including

Psychological evaluation begins with a review of the person's medical and psychological records and history, with information being supplied by family members as well as the individual being evaluated. Following the record review, the individual is seen for a clinical interview, which includes several measures of orientation, short term memory and reasoning ability.  Following the clinical interview, psychological testing may be administered, according to the interview results, to objectively assess memory functions, cognitive reasoning ability and judgment. Specific assessment tools and techniques, developed specifically for competency evaluations may be used.  An expert opinion is then offered , based on the evaluation, regarding the extent to which the person is capable of making decisions.

Dr. Kaplan has completed all relevant training mandated by the State of Florida for competency evaluators.

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