Eric B Larson

Eric B Larson, PhD is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine. He maintains clinical and research affiliations with Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital, which is part of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Wheaton, Illinois.

Dr. Larson received his PhD from Fuller School of Psychology in 1994, completed a neuropsychology residency at Rush Presbyterian Saint Luke's Medical Center, and pursued postdoctoral training in geriatric psychology at Northwestern University. He has been a member of the American Academy of Clinical Neuropsychology since 2001.

His primary research focus centers on the assessment and rehabilitation of cognitive impairment following brain injury. Key areas include:

• Assessment and treatment approaches for individuals with concussion and posttraumatic stress disorder
• Investigating sleep disorders in people with traumatic brain injury
• Developing and evaluating new technologies, particularly virtual reality applications, for cognitive assessment and rehabilitation

Dr. Larson's recent publications demonstrate his active engagement in multidomain interventions for cognitive health, including the significant SMARRT randomized clinical trial that examined personalized risk-reduction strategies for dementia prevention in older adults. His work bridges clinical practice with research innovation, particularly in applying technology to traditional rehabilitation approaches.

His scientific contributions span neuroscience, neuropsychology, traumatic brain injury, and rehabilitation technologies. Dr. Larson has also received compensation for medical record consultation and expert witness testimony, reflecting his recognized expertise in clinical neuropsychology.

In addition to his research activities, Dr. Larson maintains clinical practice at Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital, where he applies his research findings to patient care for individuals recovering from brain injuries and related cognitive impairments.