Dmitry Byk, MD – Forensic Psychiatrist

Member of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law (AAPL)


Forensic psychiatry is a medical subspecialty that applies psychiatric expertise to legal cases. Forensic psychiatrists provide objective, evidence-based psychiatric assessments in both civil and criminal legal matters, guiding courts, attorneys, and other legal professionals in cases involving mental health issues

What is a Forensic Psychiatrist?

Legal Expertise & Services Offered

  • Criminal Cases

    Competency to Stand Trial Evaluations

    Criminal Responsibility / Insanity Defense Assessments

    Diminished Capacity Evaluations

    Sentencing Mitigation Reports

  • Civil Cases

    Psychiatric Disability and Fitness for Duty Assessments

    Personal Injury & Emotional Distress Evaluations

    Malpractice & Standard of Care Opinions

    Testamentary Capacity & Undue Influence Evaluations

  • Expert Witness Testimony

    Objective, evidence-based testimony in depositions and trials

    Clear, concise reports tailored to legal standards

    Case consultation and litigation strategy support

Why Attorneys Choose Dr. Byk

  • Board-Certified Psychiatrist

    Extensive experience in forensic evaluations

  • Objective & Ethical Approach

    Member of AAPL, adhering to ethical guidelines

  • Courtroom-Tested Expertise

    Experienced in providing expert witness testimony

  • Timely & Comprehensive Reports

    Well-structured evaluations designed for legal clarity

Contact Me

If you need a forensic psychiatric evaluation for a legal case, I’m available for consultation. I provide independent and unbiased psychiatric opinions—just fill out the contact form, and I’ll personally review your request and get back to you as soon as possible.