Godoy Medical Forensics Knows Their Stuff
Currently we stand strong at 7 RN’s and 4 MD’s. Our nurses have a variety of backgrounds and live across the nation. We brought on 2 new testifying nurses – one is a sexual assault nurse so we are FINALLY accepting sexual assault cases. (YAY!) He is located near the Oregon border. The second nurse is […]
Godoy Medical Forensics is Social!
We are active on social media and use that format to educate attorneys and investigators through our blog posts and about medical topics relating to law. Don’t miss out – pick one or pick them all but be sure you’re following us somewhere! I’ve pulled the following 2015 stats: 8000 new visitors to Godoymedical.net (just […]
Godoy Medical Forensics Educates!
I’m so excited to announce that my Medical Record Workshop is now available online!!! It is a go at your own pace intensive workshop that includes 4 case studies and is eligible for 4 hours of MCLE. It kicks off with my one hour webinar on medical record review and then goes into 4 case studies […]
Last Chance to Register!
4 hours MCLE available for $125! Register now for our Medical Record Review workshop. May 9th Workshop (Orange County, CA) registration will close 4/15 at midnight. September 12th (Sacramento, CA) registration still open. Our intensive workshop on medical records is designed to teach attorneys and investigators how to find what they need in the medical records and […]
Veterans’ Court
The purpose of veterans’ court is to assist veterans who are accused of crimes that occurred as they are adjusting to civilian life. There is an extensive screening process for veterans who apply. The courts in most communities share the guidelines that the veteran served on active duty, received an honorable discharge and is charged […]
Veterans: Blast Injury
Blast injury-the signature wound of the war in Iraq and Afghanistan. It is always wise to ask a veteran client who has served in the Middle East if he or she was ever exposed to a blast. Blast exposure can cause instant death, immediate neurological symptoms or injuries with delayed symptoms. Traumatic brain injury (TBI) […]
Veterans: Psychiatric Issues
There are several depression screening tools that professionals administer that are cost effective and provide concrete data that can be used in court. Symptoms of depression that could affect a veteran’s functioning are; sad or irritable mood inability to experience pleasure, appetite and sleep changes feelings of worthlessness decreased ability to think or concentrate. suicidal […]
A look at Veterans in Criminal Court
Hypothetical Scenario The following is a fictional scenario in which a veteran client may be arrested and charged with a crime. Mr. Smith served two yearlong tours in Iraq. He experienced a mild traumatic brain injury after an improvised explosive device (IED) exploded on the road where he was traveling by jeep. Some of his […]
How is a concussion managed?
Conservative management of concussions is standard practice. Physical and cognitive rest is recommended for at least 24 hours pending cessation of symptoms. Gradual return to work, school, and physical activity is also endorsed. For a person with prolonged symptoms, reevaluation and treatment may be beneficial. (Evans, Concussion and mild traumatic brain injury, 2013) Admission to […]
What is post-concussion syndrome?
One common consequence of concussion is the post-concussion syndrome (PCS), which is a group of symptoms that includes headache, dizziness, decreased concentration, memory problems, irritability, fatigue, visual disturbances, sensitivity to noise, judgment problems, depression, and anxiety. PCS is usually associated with mild traumatic brain injury (TBI), such as a concussion, but may also occur after […]
