Biography

Beatriz MacDonald Wer, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in Psychiatry and Pediatrics at UT Southwestern Medical Center. She is a Licensed Psychologist with the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists.

Dr. MacDonald Wer received her undergraduate degree in psychology with high honors (Magna Cum Laude) from Harvard University. She went on to earn her doctorate degree in clinical psychology at the University of Denver. During that time, she received training at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center for her clinical internship. She then completed a two-year postdoctoral fellowship in neuropsychology at the University of New Mexico Hospitals.

Dr. MacDonald Wer joined UT Southwestern in 2022 and co-leads the Developmental Neuropsychology Emphasis Track for the joint UT Southwestern Medical Center and Children's Health neuropsychology fellowship. She also serves as faculty for the Clinical Psychology Graduate Program at UT Southwestern Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. Her roles include supervision, teaching, training, and research mentoring for graduate students, residents, and fellows.

Dr. MacDonald Wer’s clinical focus is pediatric neuropsychology, with a particular interest in neurodevelopmental disorders and complex medical conditions. As a certified Dual Language Provider (English/Spanish), she specializes in culturally and linguistically informed care.

Dr. MacDonald Wer's research complements her clinical work, exploring cultural/linguistic factors, neurodevelopment, bilingualism, and health access in neuropsychology. Her contributions include numerous publications and awards recognizing her efforts in access, training, and mentorship.

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Education & Training

  • Graduate School - University of Denver (2008-2014)
  • Fellowship - University of New Mexico Hospitals, Center for Neuropsychological Services (2014-2016), Clinical Neuropsychology
  • Internship - University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, Department of Psychiatry (2013-2014), Clinical Psychology

Professional Associations & Affiliations

  • Society for Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics (2023)
  • International Neuropsychological Society (2019)
  • National Academy of Neuropsychology (2018)
  • American Academy of Clinical Neuropsychology (2017)
  • Society for Clinical Neuropsychology (2017), APA Div 40
  • Hispanic Neuropsychological Society (2015)
  • American Psychological Association (2019)

Honors & Awards

  • WINNers Box Awardee 2024, Women in Neuropsychology, Division 40 Society of Clinical Neuropsychology, American Psychological Association
  • Outstanding Mentor 2023, UT Southwestern Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Clinical Psychology Doctoral Program
  • Mentorship in Cultural Neuropsychology Award 2023, Hispanic Neuropsychological Society
  • Distinguished Professor 2020, Universidad Del Valle de Guatemala
  • Tony Wong Diversity Award for Outstanding Work Related to Diversity as an Early Career Professional 2018, National Academy of Neuropsychology
  • Teaching Award 2014, University of Denver, Clinical Psychology Doctoral Program
  • Graduate Studies Dissertation Fellowship 2013, University of Denver

Books & Publications

Research

  • Bilingual (Spanish-English) and Cultural Issues in Neuropsychology
  • Central Nervous System Disorders
  • Genetic Disorders
  • Neurodevelopmental Disabilities in Young Children
  • Pediatric Neuropsychology
  • Teaching and Education