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Read the latest news and events from CorrHealth and the correctional healthcare world.
Meet Addie Vigil: A Pillar of Patient Care in Garfield County
Every successful team thrives with the dedication and skills of professionals like Addie Vigil, the Charge Nurse at our Garfield County facility....
Meet Sarah Zerfas: CorrHealth’s Dedicated Recruiting Specialist
At CorrHealth, we believe that exceptional recruiting is the foundation of a strong organization, and no one embodies this more than our Recruiting...
Managing Diabetes in a Jail Setting: Prioritizing Health with Limited Resources
Managing diabetes in a jail setting comes with unique challenges, limited resources, restricted inmate autonomy, and the added complexities of high...
Meet Patricia Frank: A Driving Force of CorrHealth’s Finance Operations
At CorrHealth, we are proud to recognize the hard work and dedication of our team members who make a significant impact, often behind the scenes....
Methamphetamine Detoxification in Corrections Settings: A Medical Perspective
As a board-certified physician specializing in addiction medicine, I have witnessed firsthand the devastating impact of methamphetamine on...
Meet Rachelle Washington: The Heart of Jefferson County’s Operations
At CorrHealth, we proudly recognize our team members who go above and beyond to ensure that our county-partner facilities continue to provide...
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in Corrections: A Promising Approach
The U.S. correctional system faces an increasingly daunting challenge: providing mental health care to an inmate population disproportionately...
Delirium Tremens: DTs, the pink elephant in the room
Drink, drank, drunk. Everyone knows something about alcohol and its effects. Some of you may know it more intimately than others, but who am I to...
Recent Posts
MYTH: Correctional Medicine – Beyond the Glorified First-Aid
The integration of mental health treatment into county jails has marked a significant positive shift in the American criminal justice system. Since its inception in the 1970s, this new model has transformed the approach from purely punitive to a more comprehensive model of rehabilitation and care.
Spotlight on Krista Montgomery: Director of Finance and Keeper of the Details
It’s time to highlight someone whose leadership and expertise help drive many of CorrHealth’s most important initiatives—Krista Montgomery, our Director of Finance. While Krista serves in a remote role, she is closely connected to every aspect of our organization, playing an integral part in strategic projects, financial oversight, and day-to-day operations. Her influence can be seen—and felt—throughout CorrHealth’s continued growth and success.
Positivity in Action: Get to Know Andrea Pasillas, LPN
At the Adams County Detention Facility (ACDF), it doesn’t take long for Andrea Pasillas, LPN, to be noticed. Whether assisting in Med Pass, Booking, Detox, or Sick Call, Andrea brings a calm confidence, a collaborative spirit, and a contagious smile to every shift. As part of the CorrHealth team in Adams County, she’s known for her clinical skills and adaptability, compassion, and unwavering positivity.
Acknowledging and Celebrating 8 Monumental Years of CorrHealth!
Today, we celebrate not just eight years of CorrHealth but also the purpose, passion, and people that continue to move us forward with a relentless commitment to always “Do Right” in all we serve and support and in everything we do.
Positive Transformations: The Evolution of Mental Health Treatment in County Jails
The integration of mental health treatment into county jails has marked a significant positive shift in the American criminal justice system. Since its inception in the 1970s, this new model has transformed the approach from purely punitive to a more comprehensive model of rehabilitation and care.
