Strong policies do not guarantee strong care. This session examines why policy-to-practice gaps persist in correctional health care and what organizations can do to close them. Explore common causes of noncompliance and practical strategies that improve outcomes and better align daily practice with written standards and patient care expectations.

Educational Objectives

• Identify causes of gaps between policies and practices
• Describe risks and consequences of policy noncompliance
• Analyze factors that contribute to incomplete or inconsistent practices

Level: Intermediate