Joseph T. Giacino, PhD
Associate Director of Neuropsychology, JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute, Center for Head Injuries and the New Jersey Neuroscience Institute at JFK Medical Center

Role in TBIMS Program:
Principal Investigator: "Investigation of the Utility of Functional MRI in Assessing Cognition, Predicting Outcome and Planning Treatment in Persons Diagnosed with Minimally Conscious State"

Educational Background:
Ph.D., Clinical/School Psychology, Hofstra University (1986);
M.A., Psychology, Hofstra University (1982);
B.A, Psychology, Fairfield University (1981)

Academic Appointments:
Clinical Assistant Professor, UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Assistant Professor/Adjunct Faculty Member, Seton Hall University School of Graduate Medical Education, Department of Neuroscience
Contributing Faculty Member, Rutgers University Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology

Research Interests:
Dr. Giacino's clinical and research interests include diagnostic assessment, outcome prediction and treatment efficacy in disorders of consciousness, awareness and executive function. He is the primary author of the JFK Coma Recovery Scale which is currently being used in brain injury facilities throughout the United States and Europe. He has published and lectured extensively on topics pertaining to neuropsychological and neurobehavioral sequelae of severe brain injury and is actively engaged in federal and privately-funded research on disorders of consciousness.

Licenses / Certifications:
Licensed Psychologist, New Jersey

Professional Memberships / Offices Held:
American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine: Board of Governors 2002-2005, Program Chair 2001-2002, Program Committee 1999, Brain Injury Inter-Disciplinary Special Interest Group (Past Chair 2003-2004, Chair 2001-2002, Chair Elect 1999-2000)