Areas of Expertise

- Correctional Health
- Nurse Practitioner Scope of Practice & Standard of Care
- Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and Withdrawal Management
- Emergency Medical Response in Jail Settings
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Certifications & Professional Affiliations

- Family Nurse Practitioner, Licensed
- Board certified - American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
- Certified Correctional Health Professional Clinical Provider (CCHP-CP)
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Medical-Legal Issues Assessed

Specialized expertise in correctional healthcare applied to complex medical-legal matters.
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Correctional Healthcare Standards

Evaluates whether healthcare in correctional settings meets nationally accepted standards, including NCCHC and ACA guidelines. Insight is informed by both frontline experience and systems-level oversight of medical operations in jails and detention centers.

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Nurse Practitioner Standard of Care

With years of experience as a board-certified NP, authoritative opinions are provided on whether advanced practice providers upheld the expected clinical standards. Evaluations consider scope of practice, supervision, and real-world decision-making.

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Allegations of Substandard Care in Custody Settings

Conducts detailed medical record reviews to assess potential lapses or appropriateness of care related to injury or death during incarceration. Identifies strengths and weaknesses in clinical judgment, documentation, continuity, and timeliness of interventions.

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Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Program Evaluation

As a co-developer of a MAT program for opioid use disorder in correctional care, uniquely positioned to evaluate the clinical structure and effectiveness of MAT services. Reviews policies, implementation, and continuity of care across transitions.

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Substance Use Withdrawal Protocols

Assesses the adequacy and safety of opioid and alcohol withdrawal management protocols within custodial environments. Examines adherence to best practices, medication regimens, monitoring protocols, and escalation procedures.

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Continuity of Care Between Jail and Hospital Systems

Specializes in evaluating how effectively correctional health teams coordinate inpatient, specialty, and outpatient services. Identifies gaps in follow-up, discharge planning, medication reconciliation, and communication that may impact outcomes.

Professional Medical-Legal Consulting

Leverage the expertise of Erin Routledge, a board-certified nurse practitioner, for precise insights in correctional healthcare and standards of care.
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