Brian T. Briscoe, M.D. is a board-certified psychiatrist with over 15 years of clinical experience in inpatient psychiatry, emergency psychiatric evaluation, outpatient psychopharmacology, involuntary treatment decisions, and suicide risk assessment. He offers independent forensic psychiatric consultation to attorneys and courts in selected jurisdictions.
This page is intended for legal professionals and is not a portal for clinical referrals or emergency care.
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- Defense only: Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana
- Selective plaintiff and defense work: Other U.S. states
Case acceptance is discretionary and based on jurisdiction, clinical relevance, and alignment with Dr. Briscoe’s expertise and role as an independent expert.
Dr. Briscoe’s forensic consultations typically involve:
- Standards of care in inpatient and emergency psychiatry
- Suicide and self-harm risk assessment
- Premature discharge and follow-up planning
- Systems factors contributing to adverse outcomes
- Psychopharmacology and medication-related questions
- Diagnostic clarification in contested cases
- Wrongful death / suicide cases (selective)
- Capacity assessments
He evaluates both the clinical decisions made in a case and the systems context in which those decisions occurred.
Dr. Briscoe’s opinions are independent, objective, and evidence-based. His evaluations include:
- Comprehensive review of individual clinical decision-making
- Analysis of relevant systems factors, including policies, staffing, communication practices, supervision, and operational pressures
- Attention to how real-world clinical environments may shape decision-making while maintaining focus on accepted standards of care
- Emphasis on case-specific clinical and organizational issues rather than personal criticism, unless individual negligence is clearly demonstrated
No verbal or written opinions are offered until all necessary records have been thoroughly reviewed.
Contact for Forensic Inquiries
For inquiries regarding forensic psychiatric consultation, attorneys may contact:
Email: brianb@nextstep.doctor
Phone: (502) 339-2442
This page is intended for legal professionals and is not a portal for clinical referrals or emergency care.