The civil forensic psychiatry website, compiled by Dr. Michael Epstein is a resource for psychiatrists, psychologists, lawyers and others. It comprises an interactive blog, a forum, and a questions and issues site. It is a one stop shop for articles, commentary, legislation, court instruction, fee schedules and impairment guides.

There is a one off fee of $100 to become a Member. Members can access:

  • an interactive blog
  • publications for download
  • large knowledge base
  • links to resources
  • Members will also be sent a copy of “A DIY Guide to Civil Psychiatric Assessment

Refining your GEPIC assessments

December 8, 2017

I have devised a method of refining your GEPIC scores using the severity table on page 1569 in the Victorian government Gazette dated 27 July, 2006. See how it works for you?   How to use the Severity Rating Table in the GEPIC Each class is divided into 3 levels of severity, Low, Medium and High range Use the Severity Rating to determine the percentage range in the median class. Severity Rating Table in the GEPIC (p1569) Classes 1 2 […]

A DIY Guide to Civil Psychiatric Assessment

by Michael Epstein