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Published in: Journal of General Internal Medicine 11/2019

01-11-2019 | Care | Concise Research Report

Accessing Prison Medical Records in the United States: a National Analysis, 2018

Authors: Gregory T. Woods, MD, Kristen Cross, MD, Brent C. Williams, MD, MPH, Tyler N. A. Winkelman, MD, MSc

Published in: Journal of General Internal Medicine | Issue 11/2019

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The post-release period is a particularly vulnerable time for individuals leaving prison.1 Disproportionately high rates of chronic conditions, mental illness, and substance use disorders among this population compound the risk of morbidity and mortality after release.2 Lack of information transfer and poor coordination between correctional and community health care providers further disrupt care and exacerbate health risks for individuals leaving prison.3,4
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Title
Accessing Prison Medical Records in the United States: a National Analysis, 2018
Authors
Gregory T. Woods, MD
Kristen Cross, MD
Brent C. Williams, MD, MPH
Tyler N. A. Winkelman, MD, MSc
Publication date
01-11-2019
Publisher
Springer US
Keyword
Care
Published in
Journal of General Internal Medicine / Issue 11/2019
Print ISSN: 0884-8734
Electronic ISSN: 1525-1497
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11606-019-05137-w

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