FORENSIC PSYCHIATRY
About Dr. Puthumana
I’m Dr. Puthumana, MD Psychiatrist and fellowship-trained forensic psychiatrist providing clinical and forensic psychiatric services for adults in Illinois and New York. In addition to clinical practice, I provide forensic psychiatric evaluations and consultation in legal contexts requiring structured, objective psychiatric opinion.
In forensic evaluations, my role is strictly objective. Opinions are based on comprehensive record review, clinical interview, and application of relevant legal and psychiatric standards. Clarity, neutrality, and accuracy are central to all forensic work.
Licensure & Practice
I am licensed to practice in Illinois and New York and provide services via telepsychiatry where clinically appropriate. All clinical and forensic services are delivered through CALMMD Psychiatry.
Independent psychiatric evaluations
Criminal and civil matters
Record review
Expert witness consultation
Attorney consultation
Fitness to stand trial evaluations
Criminal responsibility evaluations
FORENSIC PSYCHIATRY
Inpatient Forensic Work
I currently work at the Elgin Mental Health Center, a state forensic psychiatric hospital, where I treat individuals admitted for restoration to competency after being found unfit to stand trial.
My clinical responsibilities include:
- Evaluation and treatment of pretrial forensic patients
- Restoration of competency to stand trial services
- Management of severe mental illness in secure inpatient settings
- Participation in multidisciplinary treatment planning
- Treatment of patients receiving court-ordered treatment over objection when clinically and legally indicated
Court Consultation & Expert Testimony
I provide forensic psychiatric consultation and expert witness testimony for cases involving serious mental illness and legal questions related to competency, criminal responsibility, and treatment needs.
Services include:
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Psychiatric evaluation for legal proceedings
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Written forensic reports
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Court testimony as an expert witness
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Review of psychiatric and legal records
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Consultation with attorneys and court-appointed services
FORENSIC PSYCHIATRY
Disability & Compensation Evaluations
In my private practice, I also conduct psychiatric evaluations related to disability and compensation claims, including veteran-focused assessments. I do not act as a treating provider in forensic evaluations, ensuring neutrality and adherence to professional and legal standards.
These evaluations may include:
- Psychiatric disability assessments
- Comp and pension examinations for veterans
- Diagnostic clarification in complex presentations
- Documentation support for administrative or legal processes
All evaluations are conducted with attention to clinical accuracy, thorough documentation, and objective analysis of functional impact