By William Elliott, PhD, Correctional Mental Health Consultant and Trainer Physicians, nurses, mental health professionals, and other health care employees who work in jails
Dec 1, 2020
Correctional Medicine’s Movers & Shakers: CCHP-Ps
The CCHP-P program was launched in 2015 to give correctional physicians (the second P in CCHP-P) an opportunity to earn a credential that acknowledges
Nov 30, 2020
NCCHC Foundation Receives Grant From Bureau of Justice Assistance to Address Substance Use Disorder in Jails
The Bureau of Justice Assistance Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Abuse Program has selected the NCCHC Foundation as the lead organization for creation of
Nov 23, 2020
NCCHC Foundation Scholarship Winners Say Thank You
In keeping with one area of the NCCHC Foundation’s focus – scholarships, opportunities for continuing education, and workforce development – 30% of all funds
Nov 17, 2020
NCCHC’s New Board Chair Shares His Thoughts about Coping with COVID-19
by Joseph V. Penn, MD, CCHP-MH: I was recently asked how correctional health care has changed since the last time I was NCCHC chairman
Nov 17, 2020
Joseph Penn, MD, CCHP-MH, Is New Chair of NCCHC Board
A new chair, chair-elect, secretary, and treasurer were announced during the November board meeting.
Feb 1, 2025
Celebrating National Patient Recognition Week: Honoring the Patients We Serve in Correctional Health Care
A patient-centered approach leads to better health outcomes.
Jan 21, 2025
Explore the Rewards of Correctional Medicine: Final Video in NCCHC Foundation Series
The latest in the NCCHC Foundation’s video series explores careers in correctional medicine.
Jan 16, 2025
More Than 200 New CCHPs Join the Program
The CCHP program has released the list of 202 newly certified correctional health professionals who passed their exams in the fourth quarter of 2024.
Jan 16, 2025
In Memorium: Renee Greengard, MSN, NP, CCHP
She was a nurse practitioner in jails and prisons for more than 20 years.
Jan 16, 2025
Let’s Thrive in 2025: The Heart of Correctional Health Care
Improving access, equity, and outcomes for incarcerated individuals & empowering their health professionals
Jan 13, 2025
Harvard Study: NCCHC Accreditation Saves Lives and Improves Health Outcomes
NCCHC accreditation improves compliance with standards, reduces mortality, and lowers recidivism rates.
