The Vietnamese Neuropsychology Network (VNN) connects researchers, clinicians, and practitioners to advance evidence-based brain health for Vietnamese communities worldwide.
VNN is an international professional body for people with Vietnamese identity and professionals meaningfully engaged with Vietnamese communities in neuropsychology and related fields.
A world where Vietnamese neuropsychological expertise is recognised, connected, and contributing at the highest levels of global brain science.
Promoting clinically rigorous and culturally grounded neuropsychology practice and research.
Making evidence-based brain health knowledge accessible to Vietnamese people regardless of geography.
VNN is an international, multidisciplinary network connecting neuropsychology, neuroscience, neurology, psychiatry, cognitive rehabilitation, and allied professionals across Vietnam, Australia, the United States, Canada, Europe, and beyond.
Neuropsychology has historically developed in Western, English-speaking frameworks. VNN addresses representation gaps, supports culturally valid Vietnamese-focused scholarship, and elevates Vietnamese contributions in global forums.
The term is intentionally inclusive: professionals who identify as Vietnamese by heritage, culture, or nationality, and professionals whose research, clinical work, policy, or advocacy directly serves Vietnamese populations.
Maintaining rigorous evidence-based standards while prioritizing culturally valid methodologies.
Honoring the diversity and depth of Vietnamese language and culture.
Removing barriers to participation, especially in resource-limited and emerging contexts.
Building cross-disciplinary and cross-border partnerships for better science and care.
Supporting members at every stage, from students to senior leaders.
International member directory, regional chapters, and meaningful networking opportunities.
Bilingual Vietnamese-English resources, training, and professional development pathways.
Supporting Vietnamese-focused research and culturally appropriate assessment tools.
Structured mentoring between early-career members and experienced experts.
Representing Vietnamese neuropsychology in international partnerships and policy forums.
For qualified professionals actively working in neuropsychology or related fields, with voting rights and leadership eligibility.
For students, early-career professionals, and adjacent disciplines, with access to mentoring, events, and educational resources.
Chair
Dr. Halle Quang
Secretary
Dr. Dorothy Nguyen-Daniels
Treasurer
Dr. Thomas Nguyen
Member-at-Large
Dr. Baochan Tran
Clinical Committee: Dr. Lindsay Vo
Research Committee: Dr. Baochan Tran
Service Committee: Dr. Thomas Nguyen
Past Chairs: Dr. Lauren Mai, Dr. Lindsay Vo, Dr. Chris Nguyen, Dr. Caroline Ba
Dr. Halle Quang is the Director of Brain Health Institute and A Brainy Chat, leading culturally grounded initiatives in brain health literacy, professional training, and evidence-based cognitive intervention.
Dorothy Nguyen-Daniels, Psy.D., is a clinical neuropsychologist at Denver Neurological Clinic, with a focus on older adults, veterans, and expanding culturally responsive care for Vietnamese American communities.
Dr. Thomas Nguyen is a clinical neuropsychologist in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, conducting both clinical and forensic evaluations and serving in leadership roles across multiple neuropsychology organizations.
Baochan Tran, PsyD is a clinical neuropsychologist in the Department of Neurology at the University of Pennsylvania, with doctoral and postdoctoral training across Widener, Jefferson, and Penn.
Dr. Lindsay Vo is a clinical neuropsychologist at Burrell Behavioral Health (Missouri), providing neuropsychological evaluations for adults and older adults and psychoeducational evaluations for children and adolescents.
Dr. Lauren Mai is a Staff Neuropsychologist at UCSF Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital, a founding member of the Asian Neuropsychological Association, and co-chair of the Vietnamese Neuropsychology Network.
Chris Nguyen, Ph.D., is an assistant professor and neuropsychologist at The Ohio State University College of Medicine with interests in cognitive aging, decision-making capacity, and cross-cultural neuropsychology.
Dr. Caroline Ba is a neuropsychologist in the Washington, D.C. region whose clinical and research work includes neurodevelopmental disorders, acquired injuries, and culturally informed intervention.
