Behavioral Health Sciences Expert Witnesses in Maryland

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Expert witnesses in Behavioral Health Sciences practice in a variety of fields, including psychology, psychiatry, social work, counseling, and addiction therapy. Some of the most common specialties among these expert witnesses include child psychology, geriatric psychiatry, substance abuse counseling, forensic psychology, and mental health counseling. They have provided opinions on the effects of trauma, mental illness, substance abuse, family dynamics, and cognitive disorders.

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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 Behavioral Health Sciences Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a Behavioral Health Sciences expert witness?

A Behavioral Health Sciences expert witness provides insight into mental health issues, addiction, and behavioral disorders in legal cases. They can offer testimony on diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.

In what types of cases might I need a Behavioral Health Sciences expert witness?

These experts are often needed in personal injury, malpractice, disability claims, child custody disputes, criminal cases involving mental health defenses, and workplace discrimination cases.

How can a Behavioral Health Sciences expert witness assist in a medical malpractice case?

They can evaluate whether standard care was provided, assess damages related to misdiagnosis or improper treatment, and testify about the impact of such errors on the patient's life.

Are there subspecialties within Behavioral Health Sciences that an expert witness may focus on?

Yes, subspecialties include psychiatry, psychology, social work, counseling, addiction medicine, and neuropsychology. The choice depends on the specifics of your case.

Why is it important to have a Behavioral Health Sciences expert witness in child custody disputes?

These experts can assess parents' mental health status and its potential impact on their ability to provide safe and nurturing care for their children.

How does Expert Institute select its Behavioral Health Sciences 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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