Where can I get medico-legal reports in Sydney?
Medico-legal reports can be required for a number of reasons and can be obtained from a variety of medical professionals in Sydney. At Direct Focus Solutions (DFS), we provide medico-legal reports for patients, solicitors, insurers, statutory authorities, employers, police and the courts. These reports are prepared by our therapists in accordance with legal requirements and are produced within a reasonable timeframe.
If you find yourself in need of a medico-legal report for the Family, Civil or Criminal Courts, or to support an insurance claim due to a motor vehicle accident, personal injury, public liability compensation or workers compensation, we can help.
At Direct Focus Solutrion(DFS) we offer an extensive array of assessments
Sydney-based solicitors, insurers, police and statutory authorities may request medico-legal reports for a range of reasons. These reports are based on a range of assessments, dependent on the kind of claim being made. At DFS, we offer an extensive array of assessments including cognitive and psychometric assessments, PTSD screeners, neuropsychological performance tests and qEEG.
Medico-legal reports may be required for a Sydney-based Workcover claim. Workcover will ask your medical practitioner to provide information about the event that caused your current injury, previous or similar injuries, your capacity to continue working, any recommendations for treatment or therapy moving forward, and rehabilitation and protocols for returning to work if there is no permanent impairment.
If you think you will need a medico-legal report to support your claim, please contact us to discuss how we can assist you. Our team is state Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA) accredited to provide help with your Workcover and CTP matters.
In Sydney, medico-legal reports may be required for individuals, insurers and law firms representing clients who present with concerns such as anger management, anxiety, bereavement, bullying, common assault charges, drink driving (DUI) charges, parenting and family capacity issues, psychological workplace injuries, relationship matters regarding separation, substance dependence and possession, trauma or a victim of crime.
Once assessments and reports are completed, we can also facilitate therapy plans and psychology services for our clients as part of the process.
If you or someone you know is facing charges for a crime, it is always more favourable to obtain a medico-legal report before your court date arrives. We realise that this isn’t always possible but seeking assistance sooner rather than later will almost always lead to better outcomes in the long run.
Section 32 of the Criminal Code of Australia relates to procedural fairness when dealing with a person who is suffering from a mental health condition. It has a diversionary purpose in that a magistrate considers the impact on the individual and the community when weighing up the consequences of punishment versus rehabilitation.
In the right circumstances, offering the chance of rehabilitation rather than incarceration could change a person’s life. Obtaining a medico-legal report indicating mental health concerns may make all the difference that you or your client needs.
Call us today to speak to one of our highly qualified professionals about obtaining medico-legal reports for your Sydney-based client, court case or claim.
What kinds of assessments are available?
We offer the Weschler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS), Weschler Individual Achievement Tests (WIAT), and Weschler Memory Scale (WMS) assessments to evaluate cognitive ability and memory functions in the areas of immediate memory, delayed memory, visual memory, visual working memory and auditory memory.
The Brief Symptom Inventory (BSI), Millon Clinical Multiaxial Inventory (MCMI) and the Personality Assessment Inventory (PAI) are useful tools that assess and evaluate an individual’s psychological profile. Results may indicate the presence of psychiatric disorders, psychopathological syndromes and overall patient psychological distress, and can assist professionals and courts to make informed decisions about the welfare of a person
Structured Interview for PTSD SIP/SI-PTSD is used to assess the symptoms of PTSD and behavioural and survival guilt, in accordance with criteria outlined in DSM-5. The interview is short, non-judgmental, and reports may be produced with approximately 48 hours.
The Integrated Visual and Auditory Continuance performance test (IVA) and Test of Variables of Attention (TOVA) assess both visual and auditory response to stimuli and attention on the same task. These tests provide valuable information about error rates and patterns, response times and impulsivity, and can assist in a diagnosis of ADHD.
Schedule an Appointment
At DFS, we work with adults and children with mental health concerns and offer assistance to people with physical and intellectual disabilities. Combining counselling, occupational therapy, brain training, biofeedback and other services, we help people identify common emotional and mental health concerns and equip them with the strategies to deal with them effectively.
Our team is highly skilled in all areas of psychology. Sydney-siders can book an appointment at one of our offices located in the city where we offer a wide range of services to assist you on your road to wellness. Our services also incorporate telehealth, which means we can now offer our exceptional psychology services to anyone around Australia. Call today to speak with one of our friendly staff about your journey toward better mental health.
Location
42 Gardeners Road, Kingsford, NSW 2032
Mail Address
kingsford@directfocussolutions.com.au
Phone number
1300 197 949
Hours
9:00am to 5:00pm (Monday to Friday)
