With a commitment to excellence in psychiatric care, Dr. Hanson offers specialized services tailored to the unique needs of legal and healthcare professionals. Her comprehensive approach integrates clinical insight with system-wide improvements, delivering impactful solutions that enhance both individual and organizational outcomes.
For Attorneys
Medical-Legal Psychiatric Expertise
Provide detailed, evidence-based psychiatric evaluations and opinions for medical-legal cases. Expertise includes:
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- Assessing the diagnostic accuracy of psychiatric disorders and their treatment , including suicide risk, PTSD, substance use, and psychopharmacolical/somatic management.
- Evaluating complex cases in both inpatient and outpatient and emergecy settings, including healthcare clinical and environmental quality assurance.
- Preparing clear and concise reports for medical-legal purposes, with testimony, as requested, at either deposition or trial.
Fitness-for-Duty Evaluations
Assess individuals’ psychiatric capacity to perform essential job functions, with clear and concise reporting tailored for legal settings.
Psychiatric System and Environment Evaluations
Review and assess inpatient psychiatric units and systems of care to address compliance, patient safety, and operational challenges.
References from attorneys available upon request
For Healthcare Clients
Analyzing and Advising
On issues related to appropriate staff supervision in psychiatric care environments.
Program Development and Quality Improvement
Design and implement innovative psychiatric service lines, including crisis stabilization units and alcohol withdrawal protocols.
Advanced Practice Clinician Supervision
Supervise and mentor Advanced Practice Clinicians (e.g., nurse practitioners), enhancing care delivery and quality assurance.
On-Call and Physician Coverage
Provide high-quality psychiatric expertise for healthcare organizations needing real-time consultation and coverage.
References from healthcare clients available upon request