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.
Aug 14, 2023
Perspectives from the Field
Commonalities across the country in operations and leadership issues
Jul 24, 2023
To Avoid the Risk of Lawsuits, Never Say Never
To prevent lawsuits, avoid referring to rules, mandates, and inflexible protocols.
Jul 11, 2023
Outstanding Second Quarter Shows Importance of CCHP Program
169 individuals earned their CCHPs in the second quarter, representing the best second quarter recorded.
Jul 10, 2023
NCCHC Updates Position Statement on Breastfeeding in Correctional Settings
NCCHC supports and recommends making accommodations for nursing individuals in custody,
Jul 7, 2023
Spring Conference Scholarship Winners Envision a Future in Correctional Health Care
Get inspired by the most recent NCCHC Foundation conference scholarship winners.
Jul 6, 2023
Todd Kramer Joins the CCHP-A Team
“I hope to inspire others on my team to pursue certification too.”
