Jill Del Pozzo, PHD
HMH - Neurology - Brick
Jill Del Pozzo, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical neuropsychologist specializing in rehabilitation and brain injury. She currently serves as a Neuropsychologist at Hackensack Meridian Health’s Ocean University Medical Center and Jersey Shore University Medical Center where she provides neuropsychological assessment, evidence-based treatment, and rehabilitative care for individuals and families. Dr. Del Pozzo provides expert care for patients with neurological conditions, with a focus on traumatic brain injury, stroke, brain tumors, neurodegenerative disorders, cancer-related cognitive impairment, and, more recently, long COVID-related cognitive dysfunction. She specializes in comprehensive neuropsychological services across both outpatient and inpatient/rehabilitation settings, supporting long-term recovery and cognitive well-being.
Dr. Del Pozzo earned her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Montclair State University. Her training includes a pre-doctoral internship with the New Jersey VA Health Care System and a two-year Clinical Neuropsychology and Rehabilitation Research Fellowship at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and the Brain Injury Research Center. She also holds a Master of Arts in Psychology in Education from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Arts in English Honors with a minor in Psychology from Seton Hall University. She is licensed to practice psychology in New York and New Jersey.
Dr. Del Pozzo’s research has been widely published in peer-reviewed journals, focusing on brain injury, mental health, and healthcare disparities among marginalized populations. She has presented her research at national and international conferences and serves as an ad hoc reviewer for leading psychological journals.
Dr. Del Pozzo is actively involved in professional organizations, including the National Academy of Neuropsychology, Society for Clinical Neuropsychology, the American Psychological Association, and the Society for Behavioral Neuroscience and Comparative Psychology. Her commitment to advancing neuropsychology and improving access to health care reflects her dedication to equitable and high-quality patient care.
Philosophy of Care
As a neuropsychologist, I am deeply committed to integrating clinical expertise, research, and compassionate care to enhance cognitive and functional outcomes for individuals navigating neurological challenges. I work alongside an interdisciplinary team to provide patient-centered rehabilitation, ensuring that every individual receives the tailored support they need to optimize recovery and quality of life. Neuropsychological evaluation is more than identifying cognitive deficits—it is a gateway to personalized, strengths-based rehabilitation. Understanding a patient’s cognitive, emotional, and behavioral profile allows us to develop targeted interventions that not only address challenges but also empower individuals to reclaim independence, engage in meaningful activities, and rebuild their lives.
My belief is that progress is possible, even in the face of significant challenges. Cognitive and emotional recovery are deeply interconnected, and guiding patients and their families through uncertainty with clarity, support, and evidence-based strategies is at the heart of my work. Neuropsychology is not just about assessing cognition—it is about translating complex brain-behavior relationships into actionable rehabilitation plans. It is about offering hope, fostering adaptation, and helping individuals find a path forward. By bridging neuroscience with human experience, I strive to ensure that every patient receives the highest standard of care, tailored to their unique needs and goals.
