Code of Ethics
October 25, 2024
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Correctional health professionals are obligated to respect human dignity and act in ways that merit trust and prevent harm. They must ensure autonomy in decisions
Correctional health professionals are obligated to respect human dignity and act in ways that merit trust and prevent harm. They must ensure autonomy in decisions
serves clinicians working in the correctional world and their patients by promoting excellence in practice, physician development, consistent ethical behavior, and other activities. It has long been part of the vision of the ACCP to raise the profile of physicians working in jails, prisons, and other carceral facilities by achieving formal recognition in the medical field, and especially specialty recognition and accreditation by the Accreditation Council on Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). One step on this route has been the establishment of this Fellowship.
Every two years, in accordance with the bylaws of the American College of Correctional Physicians, an election is conducted for the offices of President-elect, Secretary, Treasurer, and Director for each of the regions. In addition to the specific responsibilities of each office, the elected officers and directors serve on the ACCP Board of Directors, along with the President and Immediate Past President.
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Shapes ACCP’s programs, seminars, and ongoing educational direction.
Guides members through the fellowship process and criteria review.
Enhances ACCP’s digital presence and explores emerging tech tools.
Drives member growth, engagement, and mentor program development.
Guides ACCP’s responses to healthcare issues, policies, and partnerships across the industry.
ACCP aims to lead and support correctional physicians while advocating for patients and becoming a nationally recognized voice in correctional medicine.
