While clinicians may voluntarily decide to proffer themselves as an expert in disability evaluations, psychological harm cases, family court issues, criminal matters or other issues, these roles are specialized and require training, experience and expertise to navigate. CPA’s new position paper makes recommendations on how to proceed with independent medical evaluations (IMEs) and third-party assessments, and advocates for training so that psychiatrists are aware of their dual role and adhere to guiding principles. Read the statement.