Ms. Deborah Ash is a Master's-prepared registered nurse and also holds a Master's degree in business administration. She is a recognized speaker, trainer and leader in the correctional health care industry. Ms. Ash is a CCHP-RN with 15 years' experience in jails and prisons across 19 states. A graduate of Duke University's Legal Nurse Consultant Program, Ms. Ash is considered an expert in the field and has participated in multiple civil and criminal litigation in the defense of jails, officers, and nurses. She owns her own consulting practice and is also the Chief Nursing Officer for Fast Access Healthcare. She has been a presenter at the NCCHC conference at least annually for more than ten years. Ms. Ash is honored to be invited back and extends her appreciation to all who attend.