Amanda Schafer-Johnson, PhD.

Dr. Amanda Johnson earned her PhD from Wayne State University in Detroit, MI, and completed her Clinical Neuropsychology/Rehabilitation Psychology Fellowship at Michigan State University, Flint Area Medical Education. Dr. Johnson's peer-reviewed research has appeared in the Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society, International Journal of Health Information Systems and Informatics, Rehabilitation Psychology and The Gerontologist, and focuses on cognitive issues in geriatric patients. "UP Health System - Marquette is a very supportive environment for neuropsychology services. I enjoy having the role of a neuropsychologist, where I have the opportunity to get to know my patients and address their unique needs." In her free time, Dr. Johnson enjoys her children and all of their activities, Lake Superior, running and spending time outdoors. Specializations - Older adult and geriatric neuropsychology - Diagnosing dementia - Cognitive testing and evaluation - Evaluating brain function in other neurological conditions, such as brain tumors, Parkinson's disease, strokes, and delirium.