2026 ACA 156th Congress of Correction Pittsburgh_Program Book

population’s medical needs. Moderator: Colin Creveling , RNS, Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, Somerset, Pennsylvania Speakers: Andrew Dancha , M.D./DO, Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, Somerset, Pennsylvania; Shana Kightlinger , RNS, Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, Somerset, Pennsylvania From Intake to Release: Providing Lifesaving Substance Use Treatment in the Allegheny County Jail [CME|CEU|CERP] Room: 311 Primary Community of Focus: Substance Use Disorder Overview: This presentation outlines the Allegheny County Jail’s comprehensive, evidence informed approach to substance use treatment from intake through release. It highlights early withdrawal management, screening and treatment pathways, expansion of recovery programming and groups, and comprehensive MOUD treatment, including the challenges and successes encountered throughout implementation. The session addresses the unique challenges jails face given individuals often have an uncertain length of stay emphasizing the integration of discharge planning from the first encounter, addressing THURSDAY, JULY 30 11 A.M.–12 P.M.

reentry challenges, the integration of recovery peers, and using data to show outcomes, adaptations, and the program’s impact on patient health and safety. Learning Objectives: • Describe how early withdrawal management and responsive clinical protocols can improve patient outcomes within a dynamic and unpredictable drug supply. • Identify strategies for addressing the full continuum of substance use disorders in a correctional environment, including supporting patient choice, continuity of MOUD across institutions, and recovery counseling and programming. • Explain the role of early discharge planning and data-driven decision-making in improving post-release engagement in treatment and reducing barriers during community reentry. Moderator: Brandi Harrison , Project Manager, Office of Community Justice and Safety, Allegheny County Department of Human Services, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Speakers: Elizabeth Ferro , Director of Addiction Medicine, Allegheny County Jail, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Brandi Harrison , Project Manager, Office of Community Justice and Safety, Allegheny County Department of Human Services, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Debbie Scovill , Deputy Health Services Administrator, Behavioral Health, Allegheny County Jail, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Thursday, July 30 ▼ 8 a.m.–12 p.m.

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