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Podcast: Better Edge : A Northwestern Medicine podcast for physicians
Episode: Forensic Psychiatry: Clinical Insight for the Courtroom
Description: In this episode of Better Edge, Chandrika Shankar, MD, explores the dynamic intersection of mental health and law. Learn how forensic psychiatrists assess competency, navigate ethical dilemmas and balance risk assessment tools with clinical judgment. Dr. Shankar also shares insights on telepsychiatry, AI-assisted evaluations and the core skills needed to succeed in this evolving field.