Eric R. Larson

Eric R. Larson is an Associate Professor at the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW). His clinical practice occurs at the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center and the MCW Tosa Center. He specializes in clinical neuropsychology, focusing on neuropsychological assessments for adult patients with suspected dementia, traumatic brain injury (TBI), stroke, and ADHD. Dr. Larson is actively involved in medical education across psychiatry, clinical psychology, and neuropsychology training programs.

Education

• Bachelor's degree from Indiana University
• Graduate training at the University of Cincinnati
• Fellowship in clinical neuropsychology at MCW’s Department of Neurology (recipient of the David Fine, MD Award)

Research Interests

Dr. Larson’s research explores cognitive and psychiatric interactions, including:

• Cognitive self-awareness changes during psychiatric decompensation or neurological disease
• Cognitive dysfunction in Parkinson’s disease
• Social functioning in dementia patients
• Cognition-PTSD symptom interactions

Publications

His work spans neuropsychology, neuroscience, and clinical psychiatry, addressing topics like endocannabinoid systems in grief, TBI in veterans, music therapy for PTSD, and informed consent in cancer trials.

Scientific Awards

• David Fine, MD Award for Excellence in Post Graduate Training (MCW)

Advising & Grants

No formal advisee list or grant details are provided in available texts. His contributions focus on clinical and educational leadership.

Labs/Teams

No specific lab or team affiliations are listed, though his clinical work integrates with VA and MCW centers.