Meet the Experts Transforming Brain Health Through Innovation and Compassion
Behind every recovery is a team that truly cares—committed to helping you or your loved one heal, grow, and thrive.
Our Team of Professionals
Robert W. Thatcher, PhD – NLI
Lifetime Achievement Award for Work in the Scientific Specialty of qEEG · President & CEO, Applied Neuroscience, Inc. · Director, Applied Neuroscience Research Institute
Exclusive Personal Injury Consultant, Expert Witness & Neurofeedback Therapy Expert
About Dr. Robert W. Thatcher
Dr. Robert W. Thatcher is internationally recognized as a leader in qEEG brain mapping, neurofeedback therapy, and neurodiagnostic innovation. Over his distinguished 40-year career, he has published more than 200 scientific papers and developed the NeuroGuide™ system, the gold standard software used by clinicians across the world to evaluate and improve brain function.
His pioneering research has advanced the treatment of traumatic brain injuries, concussions, PTSD, ADHD, depression, and anxiety, giving patients a non-invasive, data-backed path to recovery.
As a recipient of multiple Lifetime Achievement Awards from leading neuroscience organizations, Dr. Thatcher continues to shape the future of brain-based healthcare through his dedication to advancing neurotechnology, education, and clinical excellence.
At Neuron Connect, Dr. Thatcher’s discoveries power the core of our brain mapping and neurofeedback programs, helping patients heal while giving attorneys and legal professionals access to objective, science-based data for personal injury and forensic cases.
Dr. Lauro Amezcua-Patino, MD, FAPA
Board-Certified Psychiatrist · Neuropsychiatry · Child-Adolescent & Adult Populations
Bilingual (English / Spanish) | Expert Witness & System-Level Leadership
About Dr. Lauro Amezcua-Patino
Dr. Lauro Amezcua-Patino is a board-certified psychiatrist and neuropsychiatrist with more than 30 years of experience helping patients recover from brain injuries and complex neurological conditions. As the CEO and Medical Director of the Metropolitan Neuro Behavioral Institute, he leads a multidisciplinary team providing advanced psychiatric care, brain mapping (qEEG), and neurofeedback therapy throughout Arizona.
Recognized for his work with traumatic brain injuries (TBI), post-concussion syndromes, mood disorders, and PTSD, Dr. Amezcua-Patino combines medical expertise with cutting-edge neuroscience to help patients heal and rebuild cognitive function after trauma.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Amezcua-Patino serves as a trusted expert witness and medical consultant in personal injury and forensic cases. His ability to interpret neurodiagnostic results such as qEEG brain maps provides attorneys with objective, data-backed insights that support injury claims and treatment plans.
Fluent in both English and Spanish, Dr. Amezcua-Patino is known for his compassionate care and for bridging the gap between mental health, neurodiagnostics, and legal medicine.
Dr. David Paul Brown
Medical Director
Dr. Brown, trained at the University of Oklahoma, Department of Surgery, completing a 4-year ER residency. He is board certified in Emergency Medicine and has practiced primary care and critical care medicine. He has 35 years of experience diagnosing head trauma patients and has done neuroscience research. He has an interest in psychiatry and substance abuse treatment. Dr. Brown is a daily meditator and uses neurofeedback at home.
Ryan Beatty
Founder & CEO
Ryan Beatty brings over 15 years of executive experience in the medical device industry, having held leadership roles at several Fortune 500 companies in the neuro and orthopedic surgical sectors. His deep knowledge of emerging technologies and patient care fuels his mission to create innovative, outcome-driven solutions that improve lives and redefine standards in modern healthcare.
Regan Wright
Phoenix Clinical Director
Audrey Kerger
Chief Operations Officer
Daniela Lopez-Villa
Tucson Clinical Director & Lead Neuro-Technician
Delmy Giles
Personal Injury Coordinator
Anabel Martinez
Neuro-Technician
Hyrum Whitmore
Neuro-Technician
Jullian Elias-Lara
Neuro-Technician
Leslie Turley
Lead Neuro-Technician
Kennedy Gonzalez
Administrative Assistant, studying Neuroscience & Nursing at ASU
Jordan Brown
Marketing Director
Mick Bahu
Marketing Associate
About Neuron Connect
Founded in August 2021, Neuron Connect was born from a passionate commitment to revolutionize brain health and well-being. Recognizing a profound need for accessible, evidence-based therapies that address the root causes of neuropsychiatric and neurodevelopmental disorders, our founder established Neuron Connect to bridge the gap between cutting-edge neuroscience and compassionate patient care.
At Neuron Connect, we believe that every individual deserves a pathway to optimal brain function and mental clarity. Our innovative approach combines state-of-the-art qEEG brain mapping technology with personalized neurofeedback therapy, empowering patients to harness their brain’s innate neuroplasticity for lasting change.
Our mission is to provide hope, healing, and transformation for those living with conditions such as ADHD, PTSD, traumatic brain injuries, and other brain-related imbalances. With each patient, we aim to not only alleviate symptoms but also cultivate a greater quality of life—one that honors the connection between mind, body, and spirit.
Since our founding, Neuron Connect has expanded its reach and impact, partnering with healthcare providers, educators, and communities to make brain health solutions accessible to all. We are committed to driving research, innovation, and education, ensuring that every patient receives the highest standard of care and support on their journey toward neurological well-being.
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