About Dr. John Fechter
Focus areas
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. John Fechter
PLEASE NOTE: ****Our practice offers testing for patients seeking clinical evaluation for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Please note that we are unable to offer educational achievement testing for primary school accommodations or accommodations on high-stakes testing (e.g., SAT, LSAT, MCAT), and do not offer evaluations for autism spectrum disorders or verbal/nonverbal learning disabilities.****
Dr. John Fechter is a clinical neuropsychologist specializing in the assessment and management of cognitive disorders in individuals aged 16 and older. Practicing within the Neurosciences suite at Holy Name, he evaluates and treats patients with a range of conditions, including ADHD, concussion, traumatic brain injury (TBI), stroke, brain tumors, multiple sclerosis, and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s.
With a personalized and compassionate approach, Dr. Fechter strives to make patients and their families feel at ease. He emphasizes a holistic framework for brain health, incorporating strategies such as proper nutrition, sleep hygiene, physical activity, stress management, and cognitive and social engagement. Collaborating closely with MS specialists, general neurologists, nursing staff, and social workers, he ensures clear communication of evaluation results and tailored treatment recommendations.
In addition to neuropsychological care, Dr. Fechter maintains a psychotherapy practice, supporting individuals facing depression and anxiety, particularly in the context of medical diagnoses or chronic illness. He provides care within the Neurosciences, Sports Medicine, and Palliative Care units.
Dr. Fechter earned his doctorate in School and Clinical Psychology from Kean University’s Nathan Weiss Graduate College in Hillside, NJ and completed a two-year postdoctoral fellowship in clinical neuropsychology at Kessler Institute in West Orange, NJ. He holds an A.B. in Psychology from Princeton University.
What should a new client know about working with you?
What to expect during a neuropsychological evaluation:
A neuropsychological evaluation is typically conducted over two visits. During the initial visit, the neuropsychologist will ask the patient and, if appropriate, family
members to explain what has been happening in the patient’s life that led to the evaluation. We will then ask follow-up questions related to the patient’s medical and psychosocial history in an attempt to fully understand the referral question
before initiating testing.
Testing begins following the conversation about the patient’s history. The patient is evaluated alone using a variety of neuropsychological tests, which are used to
help answer questions related to the reason for referral. It is a non-invasive process including a variety of written and verbal tasks that may assess mood and behavioral symptoms, as well as cognitive tests of attention, memory, language, reasoning, and
other skills. Most patients find the process interesting and engaging. It is important that the patient is well-rested, nourished, and equipped with any hearing aids or visual aids, such as glasses or contact lenses.
Once testing is completed, your neuropsychologist will analyze the data and a detailed report will be written including a summary of the history, neuropsychological test results, diagnostic considerations, and recommendations for treatment. The
patient returns for a feedback session, during which we will review the information contained in the report and answer questions.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Our department consists of three fellowship trained neuropsychologists. We’re now accepting outside referrals for adult neuropsychological evaluations (ages 16+). Evaluations are conducted in the Neurosciences suite on Holy Name’s main campus (718 Teaneck Road), but all scheduling is done through our Psychiatry practice. When submitting a referral, please fax or email the script with diagnosis code(s) and relevant paperwork including the last visit note and any relevant diagnostics (e.g., scans, labs, etc.). This documentation is needed for the pre-authorization process, which takes about 14 business days upon submission. The evaluation is conducted during a 3-4 hour initial visit. Most patients are scheduled a week later for the feedback appointment. Reports are brief, targeted and typically sent back to the referring provider within a week or two following the feedback appointment.
Common Diagnoses Seen:
Memory loss
Word-finding difficulty
Speech/language changes
Mild cognitive impairment
Dementia
Alzheimer's disease
Amnesia
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Brain fog
Brain tumor
Cognitive changes associated with diabetes
Cognitive changes associated with kidney disease
Cognitive changes associated with menopause
Cognitive changes during pregnancy
Cognitive changes following radiation or chemotherapy
Concussion
Encephalitis
Encephalopathy
Epilepsy/seizure disorder
Frontotemporal dementia
Hydrocephalus
Lewy body dementia
Multiple sclerosis
Neurodegenerative disease
Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
Parkinson’s disease
Stroke
Traumatic brain injury
Vascular dementia
Altered mental status, unspecified
Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
Anxiety
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
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Office location
Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- Holy Name Medical Center
Education and training
- Nathan Weiss Graduate College, Doctor of Medicine
- Kessler Rehabilitation Center - WEST ORANGE KIR, Fellowship in Neuropsychology
NPI number
1770076580
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Which hospital is Dr. John Fechter affiliated with?
Dr. John Fechter is affiliated with Holy Name Medical Center.
What practice does Dr. John Fechter work with?
Dr. John Fechter works with Holy Name-Neuropsychology.
Where is Dr. John Fechter's office located?
Dr. John Fechter's office is located at 718 Teaneck Rd, Teaneck, NJ 07666.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. John Fechter?
Dr. John Fechter frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Multiple Sclerosis, and Seizures / Epilepsy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. John Fechter on their profile.
What languages does Dr. John Fechter speak?
Dr. John Fechter speaks English.