This event will feature two presentations, investigating the basics of neuropsychology and cognitive health screening, as well as introducing the BWP’s nutrition programs. Dr. Noah Silverberg will explore what neuropsychology is and its role in brain health, delving into the differences between cognitive screening versus detailed neuropsychological assessments. He will also introduce a new cognitive health class offering beginning in the fall. Dr. Silverberg’s presentation will be followed by Registered Dietitian Yolanda Wang, who will discuss the BWP’s upcoming nutrition programs as well as share findings from research surrounding the role of nutrition in relation to Parkinson’s Disease.
Speakers
Dr. Noah Silverberg
Dr. Silverberg completed his PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Windsor and a clinical internship at the Vancouver Coastal Health Authority Consortium. Before joining the UBC Department of Psychology in 2020, Dr. Silverberg worked as a staff psychologist at British Columbia’s tertiary rehabilitation hospital (GF Strong Rehab Centre) for over 10 years, where he also led an interdisciplinary brain injury research program as a clinician-scientist.
Dr. Silverberg is interested in psychosocial determinants of health in neurological disorders, particularly concussion and traumatic brain injury. His research program aims to better understand the psychological mechanisms that perpetuate symptoms after concussion and related health conditions. Dr. Silverberg uses these insights to develop and evaluate novel treatments.
Yolanda Nuanyan Wang
Yolanda is a Registered Dietitian and an American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) certified personal trainer. As a UBC alumnus with a Dietetics Major and Kinesiology Minor, she is passionate about working with clients to develop a healthy and satisfying lifestyle. She has been working on the research side at the Brain Wellness Program under the supervision of Dr. Silke Cresswell, providing nutrition education and cooking together with research participants. Before joining the BC Brain Wellness team, she worked as a dietitian in acute care, gestational diabetes clinics, and long-term care facilities and as a personal trainer at UBC Recreation Center. She is excited to introduce the nutrition piece to the comprehensive lifestyle and wellness projects at BWP.