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| Name of Program | VA Maine Health Care System |
| First Year of APPCN Membership | 2016 |
| Program Address | Joshua E. Caron, PhD, ABPP-CN, VA Maine Healthcare System 15 Challenger Dr. (116B) Lewiston, ME 04240 United States Map It |
| Director's Name and Credentials | Joshua E. Caron, PhD, ABPP-CN |
| Director's Email Address | Email hidden; Javascript is required. |
| Director's Phone Number | 207-623-8411 |
| Director's Extension | 2840 |
| Program's Primary Contact | Director |
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| Program Website | www.va.gov |
| Program Email Address | Email hidden; Javascript is required. |
| Program Phone Number | 207-623-8411 |
| Program's Extension | 2840 |
| Program Fax Number | 207-330-2791 |
| Residency Brochure | 2026-2028-VA-Maine-Neuro-PD-Brochure.pdf |
| Does Program Interview Applicants at INS? | No |
| Does Program Offer Phone or Video Interviews? | Yes |
| Does Program Offer On-Site Interviews? | No |
| Additional Notes About Interviews | All interviews will be completed virtually, either using MS Teams or WebEx. |
| Application Deadline | 12/8/2025 |
| Residency Start Date | 8/10/26 |
| Clinical Neuropsychology Adult Residency Openings For This Cycle | 1 |
| Clinical Neuropsychology Residents In Program | 3 |
| Clinical Neuropsychologists Full-Time | 4 |
| Clinical Neuropsychologists Full-Time with ABPP | 2 |
| Other Psychologists Full-Time | 15 |
| Other Psychologists Full-Time with ABPP | 2 |
| Languages in Which Training and Supervision are Offered | English |
| Graduate Training of Residency Applicants (Preferred) | Clinical psychology with the major area of study being neuropsychology |
| Graduate Training of Residency Applicants (Accepted) | Counseling psychology |
| Graduate Training of Residency Applicants (Not Accepted) | School psychology, non APA/CPA approved graduate programs or internships (except VA internship programs going through the accreditation process). |
| Emphases of Training Opportunities (Adult, Strong) | Outpatient neuropsychological assessment, teleneuropsychology, consultation, neuropsychological intervention, research, supervision of other trainees, teaching/presenting, program development, preparation for board certification, rural health and military culture |
| Emphases of Training Opportunities (Adult, Moderate) | Capacity evaluations for fiduciary or guardianship |
| Emphases of Training Opportunities (Adult, Weak) | Inpatient neuropsychological assessment |
| Availability of Patient Populations (Adult, Strong) | Patients served by VA Maine are predominantly rural, low-income Veterans, which provides extensive opportunities to work with a diverse patient population presenting with various clinical conditions. Residents will frequently encounter and assess patients with dementias, including Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), Frontotemporal Lobar Degeneration (FTLD), and substance-induced dementia. Additionally, there will be significant exposure to cases of traumatic brain injury (TBI), as well as patients with comorbid psychiatric disorders such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, and adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). These varied interactions allow residents to develop and refine their skills in assessing and treating complex cases, enhancing their clinical expertise and competency in neuropsychology. |
| Availability of Patient Populations (Adult, Moderate) | While not extensive, there are often opportunities to gain exposure to patients with a variety of other complex conditions. Residents may work with individuals diagnosed with progressive or secondary-progressive Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and other inflammatory conditions, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), seizure disorders, and CNS metastases or primary neoplasms. Additionally, there may be cases involving immunocompromised patients or those with severe mental illnesses such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. These additional clinical exposures contribute to a comprehensive training experience, ensuring that residents become proficient in managing a wide range of neurological and psychiatric conditions. |
| Last Updated | August 15, 2025 |
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