Kimberly Rennie Weissgerber

Dr. Kimberly Rennie Weissgerber is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, affiliated with the College of Letters & Science. She is a licensed psychologist specializing in neuropsychological evaluations for children and adolescents with medical, neurological, and developmental conditions. Her research focuses on neurocognitive consequences of pediatric medical conditions, including sickle cell disease, pre-term brain injury, and congenital disorders such as Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH). She supervises clinical practicum students in the UWM Clinical Psychology Ph.D. Program and emphasizes cross-training in medical settings. Dr. Rennie maintains a private practice addressing attentional and learning challenges. Though she does not run a research lab or serve as a primary adviser, students collaborate with her as a clinical supervisor and lecturer.

Research Interests: Neurocognitive impacts of medical conditions, pediatric neurodevelopmental disorders, acquired brain injuries, and genetic syndromes. Recent emphases include pre-term infant outcomes and congenital diaphragmatic hernia. Her work bridges clinical practice and academic research, particularly in pediatric populations.

Publications: Dr. Rennie’s publications reflect her focus on pediatric neurocognitive and medical challenges, including studies on cellular therapies for cerebral palsy, outcomes of preterm infants, and interventions for co-occurring medical and emotional disorders. Her collaborative work spans multidisciplinary teams in academic and clinical settings.

Teaching & Supervision: Dr. Rennie prioritizes clinical training, designing practicum experiences that integrate psychology students into medical environments. Her teaching aligns with her research, emphasizing practical skills in neuropsychological assessment and evidence-based interventions.