National Commission on Correctional Health Care

Saving Lives: Focusing on What Matters Virtual Conference
2026-02-25 08:00 - 2026-02-26 17:00 (America/Chicago) | online
Sponsored by AJA and NCCHC. Topics include:

Collaboration between custody and health care
Initial and ongoing substance use disorder treatment
Prevention of suicide and self harm
Reducing in-custody mortality
Reentry best practices
Restraint safety
Staff wellness and peer support

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Webinar: Diabetes Management in Detention Facilities
2026-03-18 11:00 - 12:00 | online
This webinar will explore best practices for providing safe, effective diabetes care in detention settings, grounded in the American Diabetes Association® Standards of Care in Diabetes. Presenters will discuss how national clinical standards can be applied within the operational, security, and resource constraints unique to correctional facilities.
Participants will gain practical guidance on screening, monitoring, medication management, and continuity of care, as well as the importance of trained health care staff and reliable access to supplies and treatments. The session will also highlight how early identification and consistent management can prevent acute medical emergencies, reduce costly hospital transfers, and limit long-term complications such as cardiovascular disease, vision loss, renal failure, and amputations.
This webinar is designed for correctional health professionals seeking to improve outcomes, enhance safety, and reduce risk and cost associated with diabetes in custody.
Presenters:
Jennifer Sherman, JD is a Staff Attorney for Legal Advocacy at the American Diabetes Association. She provides support, education, and resources to individuals with diabetes and their families, as well as to attorneys representing people who face diabetes-related discrimination. Ms. Sherman earned her BA summa cum laude from George Washington University and her JD from Berkeley Law, where she received a certificate in Public Interest and Social Justice.
Jeffrey Keller, MD is a board-certified emergency physician who practiced carceral medicine in jails and prisons for 25 years. Now retired from clinical practice, Dr. Keller continues to serve as a consultant in correctional medicine and as a court-appointed jail monitor. He is a Fellow of the American College of Correctional Physicians and the American College of Emergency Physicians, and the author of The Best of Jail Medicine: An Introduction to Correctional Medicine.
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Webinar: The Dos and Don'ts of Documentation: A Legal Defense Perspective
2026-03-26 14:00 - 15:00 | online
Documentation is an integral part of every provider’s practice and plays a critical role in building a strong defense when legal claims arise. This webinar will offer practical tips for improving documentation practices. Participants will review real-world examples of both effective and ineffective documentation, highlighting their impact on litigation.
Learning Objectives

Review real-world examples of effective documentation and common errors
Discuss how documentation impacts the defense of a correctional claim
Describe practical tips for improving documentation from a legal perspective

Panelists
Kendra Stark, JD is a partner in the San Francisco and Raleigh offices of Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP. Ms. Stark focuses her practice on professional liability matters, including the defense of health care providers in lawsuits and in connection with professional licensing board inquiries and investigations. She has substantial experience defending correctional litigation matters, including Section 1983 deliberate indifference cases, against correctional medical providers. She has been recognized by North Carolina Super Lawyers as a Rising Star in the areas of professional liability and medical malpractice, and as a Young Gun by North Carolina Business Legal Elite. Ms. Stark obtained her J.D. from Wake Forest University School of Law in Winston- Salem, North Carolina.
Austin Kessler, JD is an associate in the Raleigh office of Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP. Mr. Kessler focuses his practice on medical malpractice defense. He has represented clients through all stages of litigation, including jury trials, arbitrations, and appeals. Mr. Kessler also has substantial experience defending correctional litigation matters, including Section 1983 deliberate indifference cases, against correctional medical providers. He has been recognized by North Carolina Super Lawyers for two years in a row as a Rising Star in the area of healthcare. Mr. Kessler obtained his J.D. from Campbell Law in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Webinar Fee:
$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 General (CCHP and others).
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Spring Conference on Correctional Health Care 2026
2026-04-18 08:00 - 2026-04-21 17:00 | New Orleans
Learn with peers from around the USA. Whether you’re new to the field or a correctional health care veteran, you’ll find valuable connections, inspiration and ideas! The Spring Conference delivers unparalleled education and professional development opportunities for clinicians, administrators, and custody professionals. Bring your challenges and get ready for solutions in one of NCCHC’s favorite locations. Includes a full day of preconference seminars on the 2026 NCCHC Jail/Prison Health Standards and the 2026 NCCHC Mental Health Standards and the opportunity to take the CCHP exams.
Register by April 10 to save up to $100 off on-site registration pricing.
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Free NCCHC Sessions at AJA 2026 Conference & Jail Expo
2026-05-16 08:00 - 16:00 | Milwaukee, WI
Three free sessions to improve collaboration between custody and health care.
NCCHC will offer three sessions on May 16 as part of Partnership Saturday from 8:30 am – 12:30 pm. Sessions include:

Saving Lives and Improving Outcomes with Technology
Interdisciplinary Leadership: Improving Operations and Reducing Adverse Medical Events
Accreditation: Setting Standards for Healthcare in American Jails

Please see the detailed descriptions below.
These three sessions provide 3 CE hours for CCHP recertification.
Register for Partnership Saturday when you register for the AJA Conference & Jail Expo.
PLUS, NCCHC will offer the CCHP Exam from 2 pm – 4 pm. Conference registration is not required. There is no charge to take the exam, but you must apply by April 16. Find out more about becoming a Certified Correctional Health Professional at ncchc.org/cchp.
Session Details
8:30 am – 9:30 am Saving Lives and Improving Outcomes with Technology
Health care professionals and custody professionals work diligently as a team to deliver efficient and effective care to those in custody. Patients arrive at our facilities with untreated chronic health issues, mental health issues, and substance use disorders. Staffing for both custody and medical staff remain a challenge, and resources can be stretched thin as efforts are made to maintain custody and care. Over the past five to ten years, technologies have been introduced to supplement our efforts to deliver timely and effective care to those who need it most. This presentation will highlight some of the recent technological developments and how they can save lives and reduce adverse outcomes in our nation’s jails.
Learning Objectives

Identify common challenges of delivering health care in jails
Identify methods of leveraging technology to improve health services delivery and outcomes
Identify barriers to implementing new technology in jails

10 am – 11 am Interdisciplinary Leadership: Improving Operations and Reducing Adverse Medical Events
This interactive session will focus on the importance of collaborative leadership among custody command staff and medical & mental health administrators. It’s critical that all levels of any operation work together to ensure the best care, custody, and control are provided to incarcerated individuals. Regular interaction that includes formalized meetings and impromptu problem-solving sessions will be discussed. The importance of data-driven decision-making and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) programs will be explored.
Learning Objectives

Identify challenges associated with custody and medical care in jail facilities
Discuss vulnerabilities associated with adverse events, to include suicide attempts
Identify opportunities to improve collaboration and leadership in your jail

11:30 am – 12:30 pm Accreditation: Setting Standards for Healthcare in American Jails
This informative session will provide jail leaders with an understanding of the benefits associated with the accreditation process for their medical and mental health operations. As the recognized leader in correctional healthcare accreditation, NCCHC will work with your leadership team to take an objective look into the operation of your medical and mental health services. Providing not only a constitutionally acceptable level of care but engaging in best practices will allow your agency to improve the chances of reducing critical incidents and in-custody deaths.
Learning Objectives

Understand how standards are critical to protect your organization and staff
Explore opportunities to improve care and reduce adverse events
Identify the benefits of Continuous Quality Improvement

Correctional Mental Health Conference 2026
2026-07-18 08:00 - 2026-07-20 17:00 | Austin, TX
The NCCHC Correctional Mental Health Conference plays a critical role in advancing quality care for incarcerated individuals with behavioral health needs. It brings together mental health, medical, and custody professionals to share evidence-based practices, address workforce challenges, and strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration. The conference offers vital training on suicide prevention, crisis intervention, and treatment planning aligned with the latest NCCHC Mental Health Standards. By fostering education and dialogue, it helps correctional systems reduce risk, improve outcomes, and uphold constitutional standards of care. Includes a full day of preconference seminars on the 2026 NCCHC Jail/Prison Health Standards and the 2026 NCCHC Mental Health Standards and the opportunity to take the CCHP and specialty exams.
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National Conference on Correctional Health Care 2026
2026-10-24 08:00 - 2026-10-28 17:00 | Las Vegas
The biggest event in correctional health care returns to Las Vegas for a five-day event: conference, preconference seminars, certification exams, and an outstanding exhibit hall. Make plans now to join us.
More information will be available by April 2026.
