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Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist in Devon
Dr Vikki Hunkin is a Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist providing specialist neuropsychological assessment and expert witness services across Devon.
With more than 20 years’ experience in clinical psychology and neuropsychology, she undertakes complex cognitive and neuropsychological assessments for solicitors, individuals and other professionals, including cases involving acquired brain injury, neurological conditions, mental capacity and disputed or subtle cognitive impairment.
Assessments can be arranged in Plymouth, Exeter, South Devon and elsewhere across the county, as well as remotely where clinically appropriate.
Clinical Neuropsychology Assessment in Devon
Neuropsychological assessment examines how changes in brain function may affect memory, attention, processing speed, executive functioning, language and other aspects of cognition. It can help clarify the nature and extent of cognitive difficulties, their likely cause and their impact on everyday functioning.
Dr Hunkin provides specialist assessment for adults with acquired brain injury, stroke and other neurological conditions, including complex presentations where the nature or cause of cognitive difficulties is unclear.
Expert Witness Neuropsychology in Devon
The majority of Dr Hunkin’s work is medico-legal. She accepts instructions from claimant and defendant solicitors in personal injury, clinical negligence and mental capacity matters throughout England and Wales, including cases requiring assessment in Devon.
Her expert witness work includes complex and disputed cases involving brain injury, subtle cognitive impairment, questions of causation and the interaction between neurological, psychological and functional factors. She has experience of joint expert discussions, joint statements and giving oral evidence.
Expert reports are prepared in accordance with CPR Part 35, and instructions may be accepted directly from solicitors.
Specialist Expertise
Dr Hunkin is a Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist and HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist. She holds the BPS Qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology (QiCN) and is listed on the BPS Specialist Register of Clinical Neuropsychologists.
She holds the Cardiff University Bond Solon Civil Expert Witness Certificate. Her clinical and medico-legal experience spans more than two decades.
Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist
BPS QiCN & Specialist Register of Clinical Neuropsychologists
Cardiff University Bond Solon Civil Expert Witness Certificate
Neuropsychology Across Devon
Dr Hunkin is based in Cornwall and works with clients, solicitors and other professionals across Devon and the wider South West.
Assessments can be arranged in Plymouth, Exeter, Torbay and elsewhere across Devon, depending on the requirements of the case. For medico-legal instructions, assessment venue and travel arrangements can be discussed at the point of instruction. Some clinical appointments can also be undertaken remotely where clinically appropriate.
Private Neuropsychological Assessment in Devon
Private neuropsychological assessment is also available for adults seeking a clearer understanding of cognitive difficulties associated with brain injury or neurological conditions. Assessment is individually planned according to the clinical question rather than using a fixed package of tests.
Where appropriate, the assessment findings can help inform rehabilitation, treatment and future support.
Discuss an Assessment or Instruction
For enquiries about private neuropsychological assessment in Devon, or to discuss a potential medico-legal instruction, please get in touch.