Dr Girish Vaidya
MBBS, MD (Psychological Medicine), MRCPsych
Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

I have over 20 years' experience of psychiatry across two continents. I have particular experience and expertise in mental health problems in children and young adults.

I accept instructions from:

a. Solicitors acting on behalf of young offenders

b. Local Authorities looking for advice on placements

c. Single joint expert in Care Proceedings

I have also provided second / third opinions on complex cases to NHS Trusts.

I am CRB checked and am an Approved Clinician under the Mental Health Act 2007. I work in the NHS in a Forensic Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS). I also provide psychiatric input to the mental health team for Looked After Children (LAC) in Sheffield.

I am a member of the Society of Expert Witnesses and UK Register of Expert Witnesses.

I adhere to LSC costs schedule in all legal cases. Non-legal cases carry fixed costs. Please email for details.

I have Professional Indemnity for my medico-legal work.

Contact details:

Dr Girish Vaidya

Tel: 0114 304 9001 / 07868711976

Email: girishvaidya@psychreports.co.uk