Psychiatry Expert Witnesses in Maryland

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Psychiatry expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including forensic psychiatry, child and adolescent psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, and neuropsychiatry. Some of the most common specialties among psychiatry expert witnesses also include psychopharmacology, psychoanalysis, sleep medicine, and trauma-related psychiatry. They have provided opinions on the effects of mental health disorders, medication side effects, competency to stand trial, psychological trauma, and substance abuse disorders.

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Average Psychiatry Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$500/hr

Review Fee

$575/hr

Deposition Fee

$625/hr

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Psychiatry Experts in Maryland

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Review Fee $550/hr
Deposition Fee $650/hr
Court Fee $750/hr

This expert has nearly 20 years of experience in the epidemiology and behavioral science field, specializing in foodborne outbreaks, worksite health, workplace behaviors, consumer retail behavior, and, most recently, the impact of COVID-19 on human behavior. She earned a BA in math and psychology from Bradley University, an MS in epidemiology and biostatistics from the University of South Florida, and a PhD in public and community health from the University of Maryland. Formerly, this expert served as an adjunct professor in public health at Montgomery College. She then went on to serve as a program analyst for behavioral and social research programs at the National Institute of Aging and National Cancer Institute, along with serving as a deputy director of strategic and innovative programs at the National Institutes of Health. This expert was also the founder and director of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute at the National Institutes of Health, as well as principal epidemiologist and global vice president of research and corporate services at Sodexo. Currently, she is the CEO of an epidemiology and behavioral science consulting firm in Maryland.

CEO, An Epidemiology & Behavioral Science Consulting Firm in MD

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Maryland

Gaithersburg,

Maryland

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FAQs for Psychiatry Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a psychiatric expert witness in legal proceedings?

A psychiatric expert witness provides objective, professional insight into mental health issues that may be relevant to a case. They can evaluate individuals, provide diagnoses, and testify on their findings.

What types of cases typically require a psychiatry expert witness?

Psychiatry expert witnesses are often involved in personal injury cases, malpractice suits, criminal cases involving mental health defenses, custody disputes, and disability claims.

Can a psychiatry expert witness specialize in certain areas?

Yes, there are subspecialties within psychiatry such as child and adolescent psychiatry, forensic psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, and more.

How can a forensic psychiatrist contribute to a criminal defense case?

A forensic psychiatrist can assess the defendant's mental state at the time of the alleged offense, providing crucial insights that could impact the outcome of the trial.

Why might a family law case benefit from a child and adolescent psychiatry expert witness?

In custody disputes or cases involving child abuse allegations, an expert in child and adolescent psychiatry can provide valuable assessments of children's mental health.

How does Expert Institute select its Psychiatry expert witnesses?

Expert Institute offers a personalized approach to help you find the highest quality experts. We source actively-practicing professionals who match all your requirements for specialty areas, work experience, litigation history, fee range, certifications, location, and more.

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