Forensic Psychiatry Consultant - Chicago

Specialties & Experience of this Expert Witness

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Dr. Obolsky is one of a select group of psychiatrists in the country holding three distinct board certifications from the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. With certifications in Forensic Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry and General Psychiatry, he is uniquely qualified to opine on the multifaceted nature of catastrophic injury claims. With over 30 years experience, he remains clinically active and is dedicated to treating the ‘invisible’ emotional injuries that follow trauma and chronic illness. Dr. Obolsky provides objective, evidence-based forensic evaluations for both plaintiff and defense counsel in complex civil litigation. His opinions are guided by rigorous, impartial analysis of the record and decades of clinical experience, ensuring a balanced opinion regardless of the retaining party’s perspective. Drawing on over 30 years of clinical practice dedicated to treating the ‘invisible’ emotional injuries that follow trauma and chronic illness, Dr. Obolsky brings unique depth of clinical empathy to his forensic evaluations. His core skill is translating complex medical and psychological data into a clear, compelling and human narrative for judges and juries. Dr. Obolsky received both his undergraduate and medical degrees from Northwestern University. His past professional experience includes teaching at Northwestern University Law School. He also served as an examiner for the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He founded and managed the Division of Forensic Psychiatry at the Northwestern University Medical School. He was co-director of the Professionals at Risk Program. He also founded and managed the Psychiatry and Law Program at the Northwestern Medical Faculty Foundation. Additionally, he served as an Assistant Medical Director at one of the largest Forensic psychiatric hospitals for the criminally insane.