National Commission on Correctional Health Care

Webinar: Navigating Legal Challenges in Corrections
2024-12-03 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | online
Correctional health care involves numerous legal challenges for security and health care staff. This presentation highlights several risks, including the litigious nature of the patient population; state and federal guarantees to adequate care; complications accessing outside care; medication-assisted treatment initiatives and laws; and court orders driving certain areas of specialty care including gender dysphoria, hepatitis C, and long-term care accommodations.
$69 ($59 for CCHPs), includes access to the power point presentation, the webinar recording and CE credit – 1.00 hours for ACCME, ANCC, APA, and CCHP.
Presenter
Deana Johnson, JD, is General Counsel for Centurion, LLC. Prior to taking this position, Ms. Johnson spent 20 years in the representation of correctional medical providers. Ms. Johnson is an active participant in NCCHC. She regularly lectures at seminars and publishes in journals and magazines, including CorrectCare and CorrDocs. She was recognized for her contributions with the NCCHC B. Jaye Anno Award of Excellence in Communication in 2021.
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Women’s Health in Corrections: Evidence-Based Updates and Practical Strategies
2024-11-19 13:00 - 14:00 | online
Webinar #3 in the Considerations for Special Populations Webinar Series
The final webinar offered in the 3-part Considerations for Special Populations Webinar Series discusses key issues in women’s health that correctional health professionals encounter. The presentation will review common gynecologic conditions, including abnormal uterine bleeding, perimenopausal symptoms, cervical and breast cancer screening, as well as unique aspects of contraception provision in corrections, focusing on trauma-informed strategies and health disparities. We will highlight new guidelines from the CDC and USPSTF to equip participants with the latest evidence and practical tips for implementing best practices in women’s health in corrections.
$69 ($59 for CCHPs), includes access to the power point presentation, the webinar recording and CE credit – 1.00 hours for ACCME, ANCC, APA, and CCHP.
Presenter:
Carolyn Sufrin, MD, PhD, CCHP is an OB/GYN, medical anthropologist, and researcher at Johns Hopkins University who has worked on reproductive health care services in corrections for over a decade. Her research and publications include pregnancy outcomes among incarcerated women, access to contraception and abortion while in custody, and management of opioid use disorder among pregnant incarcerated women. She is the author of the book Jailcare: Finding the Safety Net for Women Behind Bars (University of California Press, 2017). Dr. Sufrin received her MD from Johns Hopkins and PhD from University of California, San Francisco. She recently completed her term on the board of NCCHC as the liaison from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
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Webinar: Caring for the Aging Population in Corrections
2024-11-12 10:00 - 11:00 | online
Webinar #2 in the Considerations for Special Populations Webinar Series
The second webinar offered in the 3-part Considerations for Special Populations Webinar Series focuses on key issues involving the care of the aging population in corrections. This program aims to equip health care professionals, correctional staff, and other stakeholders with the knowledge and tools needed to address the unique, often forgotten, needs of the incarcerated older adult patients and will emphasize the importance of compassionate, evidence-based health care to promote the well-being, dignity and respect for the older adult patient. There is a critical need to enhance services to ensure they are age-friendly and tailored to the complex needs of older individuals.
$69 ($59 for CCHPs), includes access to the power point presentation, the webinar recording and CE credit – 1.00 hours for ACCME, ANCC, APA, and CCHP.
Presenter:
Janet Jowitt DHA RN CCHP has 28 years of nursing experience with expertise in geriatric and correctional nursing care. She is inaugural faculty in the UNTHSC College of Nursing after serving as an Assistant Professor at Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine for six years. She received her DHA from University of Phoenix in 2008. She has dual Masters’ degrees. She received her MSN from University of Texas at Arlington in 2020 and her Master’s in Healthcare Management/Administration from California State University Bakersfield. She is board certified in Adult/Geriatric Primary Care as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. Dr. Jowitt is dedicated to building strong team foundations, education, and high quality, safe healthcare delivery. She has a passion for older adults and correctional health and continues to share her expertise through education and clinical practice.
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View our events page to see the other two webinars in this series: Transgender Care in Corrections: Ensuring Physical & Mental Health and Women’s Health in Corrections: Evidence-Based Updates and Practical Strategies

Webinar: Transgender Care in Corrections: Ensuring Physical & Mental Health
2024-11-07 13:00 - 14:00 | online
Webinar #1 in the Considerations for Special Populations Webinar Series
The first webinar offered in the 3-part Considerations for Special Populations Webinar Series focuses on key issues involving the care of incarcerated transgendered patients. The presentation will discuss the unique challenges correctional health professionals face, review the latest clinical data, and provide practical tips to ensure the appropriate, timely, and necessary care of incarcerated transgendered patients.
The 8th Version of the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) Standards of Care and the diagnostic criteria for Gender Dysphoria as specified in the DSM 5:TR will also be covered.
$69 ($59 for CCHPs), includes access to the power point presentation, the webinar recording and CE credit – 1.00 hours for ACCME, ANCC, APA, and CCHP.
Presenter:
Joel Andrade, PhD, LICSW, CCHP-MH, Senior Expert and Vice President, Falcon Correctional and Community Services. Dr. Joel Andrade holds a PhD and MSW from the Boston College Graduate School of Social Work with a concentration in forensics. He has worked in correctional and forensic mental health since 1997. He has presented and published journal articles and book chapters on numerous correctional health care topics including psychopathy, violence risk assessment, self-injurious behavior, suicide prevention and intervention, designing alternatives to segregation units for correctional systems, and gender dysphoria. Dr. Andrade is also the editor of The Handbook of Violence Risk Assessment: New Approaches for Mental Health Professionals.
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View our events page to see the other two webinars in this series: Caring for the Aging Population in Corrections and Women’s Health in Corrections: Evidence-Based Updates and Practical Strategies

National Conference on Correctional Health Care 2024
2024-10-19 - 2024-10-23 | Las Vegas
The biggest and best educational and networking event in correctional health returns in person to Las Vegas. Network, connect, and learn with peers and experts from across the country and all disciplines.
Schedule of Events:
Saturday, Oct. 19 – Preconference seminars
Sunday, October 20 – Preconference seminars, CCHP exam, Exhibit hall opening reception
Monday -Tuesday, October 21-22 – Awards ceremony, Keynote, Conference Sessions, Exhibit Hall
Wednesday, October 23 – Conference Sessions
Contact sales@ncchc.org for exhibition and sponsorship information.
Visit the event website to learn more.

Enhancing Workplace Relationships Through Antiracism FREE Webinar
2024-10-10 14:00 - 15:00 | online
Join us for a webinar on navigating interpersonal relationships in correctional health care through an antiracism lens. Our speakers will provide education on, and strategies for, building cultural competence, resolving conflict, and creating an inclusive culture. This webinar is ideal for anyone interested in learning how to foster a diverse, inclusive, and harmonious workplace environment. The audience will gain practical insights and actionable strategies to cultivate a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
There is no charge for this webinar. CE is not available.
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Presenters:
Dionne Hart, MD, CCHP-MH, Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine
Danotra McBride, CCHP, King County Correctional Facility

Best Practices for Running a MAT Program Webinar
2024-09-26 13:00 - 14:00 | online
Considered the gold standard of care for OUD and repeatedly shown to increase positive health outcomes, medication-assisted treatment has been increasingly offered in correctional settings in recent years. However, challenges arise when implementing and running MAT programs within correctional settings. Based on experiences from across the country, this expert panel will provide an overview of essential MAT program components and explore in-depth strategies to securing buy-in from medical and custody staff, minimizing medication diversion, conducting program evaluation, and overcoming common challenges to becoming an accredited OTP.
$69 ($59 for CCHPs), includes access to the power point presentation, the webinar recording and CE credit – 1.00 hours for ACCME, ANCC, APA, and CCHP.
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Presenters:
Claire Wolfe, MA, MPH, CCHP, Program Manager, NCCHC Resources
Richard Forbus, CCHP, Vice President of Program Development, National Commission on Correctional Health Care
Robert Simon MEd, NCC, CCHP, Director of Accreditation – OTP & Mental Health, National Commission on Correctional Health Care

Navigating Correctional Health Care as a New Professional: FREE Webinar
2024-09-12 13:00 - 14:00 | online
Made possible by an educational grant from the NCCHC Foundation
Presented by the NCCHC Young Professionals Committee
Working in correctional health care presents unique challenges and rewards. On one hand, the environment can be demanding due to the complex medical needs of incarcerated individuals, often exacerbated by substance abuse disorders and mental illness. Additionally, navigating security protocols and maintaining safety adds another layer of difficulty. However, the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of a marginalized population is incredibly rewarding. Providing quality care to patients without a history of health care can lead to profound improvements in health outcomes and overall well-being. Moreover, the diverse patient population offers valuable opportunities for professional growth and learning.
As an early career professional, you may find your workplace bewildering, frustrating, exciting, and rewarding — all at the same time. Our experienced multidisciplinary panel will share challenges and solutions to common situations, with time for you to delve further and ask your own questions.
This webinar is a project of the NCCHC Young Professionals Committee. It is supported by an educational grant from the NCCHC Foundation.
Up to 1 hour of CE for physicians, nurses, psychologists, and general. See the registration page for more details.
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Lived Experience: The Need for Anti-Racism Work in Correctional Health Care Webinar
2023-05-17 13:00 - 14:00 | online
The mission of NCCHC’s Committee on Systemic Racism is to guide the field toward eradicating systemic racism through clinical, education, research, advocacy policy, and practice tools. The Committee hosted open forums at the 2022 NCCHC Spring and Fall conferences to identify themes and issues and where intervention may be most useful. One theme that came up repeatedly was racism experienced by staff of color. In our work towards an anti-racist environment for both patients and staff, the lived experiences of staff are a crucial component in understanding racism in correctional health care environments. This webinar will explore such lived experiences, offer a dialogue on how racism impacts individuals working in correctional health care, and explore interventions to address this issue.
There is no charge for this webinar. CE is not available.
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Presenters:
Joel Andrade, PhD, LICSW, CCHP-MH, Falcon Inc.
Mary Muse, MSN, RN, CCHP-RN, CCHP-A, Wisconsin Department of Corrections
Miriam Ha, MPH, PA, CCHP
Danotra McBride, CCHP, King County Correctional Facility
