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The Transitions Clinic at Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center is dedicated to addressing the unique health and social needs of individuals who have recently been released from incarceration. Our clinic operates in partnership with the nationwide Transitions Clinic Network (TCN), which consists of over 40 primary care centers committed to providing comprehensive care for this vulnerable population. Our goal is to support our patients in achieving stable health and successful reintegration into the community.

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Our Approach

At Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center's Transitions Clinic, we understand that individuals transitioning from incarceration face numerous challenges, including chronic health conditions and substance use disorders. In collaboration with Yale and as part of a grant-funded program, our clinic provides a supportive environment where patients can receive personalized care from a team that includes a culturally-competent healthcare provider and community health workers who have experienced incarceration themselves. This unique combination of professional and lived experience enables us to offer empathetic and effective care tailored to the needs of our patients.

Services Offered

Our clinic offers a wide range of services designed to address the complex needs of individuals transitioning from incarceration. These services ensure comprehensive care and support for both health and social reintegration.

Primary Care: Comprehensive medical services to manage chronic conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, and mental health disorders.

Behavioral Health: Integrated behavioral health services to address substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns.

Community Support: Assistance with housing, employment, and social services to facilitate successful reintegration into society.

Health Education: Programs designed to educate patients about managing their health conditions and preventing relapse into harmful behaviors.

Medical-Legal Partnership: Collaboration with legal professionals to address legal issues that may impact health and well-being.

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Our Team

Our clinic is staffed by a dedicated team that includes:

Healthcare Providers: Experienced in working with individuals impacted by incarceration, providing compassionate and comprehensive medical care.

Community Health Workers: Individuals with lived experience of incarceration who offer peer support and guidance, helping patients navigate the healthcare system and access community resources.

Behavioral Health Specialists: Experts in addiction medicine and mental health who provide counseling and treatment for substance use disorders and other behavioral health issues.

Legal Partners: Law students and legal professionals who provide pro bono services to address legal challenges that can affect health outcomes.

Research and Impact

Studies have shown that the Transitions Clinic Network's model is effective in reducing emergency department visits, lowering the likelihood of reincarceration, and decreasing the number of days individuals spend incarcerated. By facilitating direct referrals from correctional systems to our clinic, we ensure that patients receive timely and coordinated care, which significantly improves their health and reduces the need for acute care services.

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Affiliations

Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center's Transitions Clinic is affiliated with the SEICHE Center for Health and Justice, and we participate in Collaborative Behavioral Health and Addiction Medicine in Primary Care (CHAMP) training programs. These affiliations enhance our ability to provide high-quality care and contribute to ongoing research and education in the field of reentry healthcare.

Contact Us

For more information about the Transitions Clinic at Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center, or to schedule an appointment, please contact us today. We are committed to helping our patients achieve better health and successful reintegration into the community.

Frequently Asked Questions

We are part of your community and are ready to help you! See below some of the frequently asked questions we get. If you can not find the answer to you question here, please call us at 203-503-3000.

  • What is Telehealth?

    Telehealth visits are a way for us to take care of you by video, so you do not need to come to our building. You see your provider through video on your phone, tablet, or computer. You can do these visits from your home or anywhere else that you have an internet connection.

  • Can you take care of my concerns by Telehealth?

    Most of our visits can be done by telehealth. We will ask you the same questions and discuss the same treatments as if you were here in person. If your provider decides that you need to be seen in person, he or she will ask you to come into our office.

  • How do I do a telehealth video visit?

    When you schedule your appointment, our staff will explain how to do a video visit with your phone, tablet, or computer. The process is very easy. When you are in the visit, it will feel like a normal video call with FaceTime, Facebook Messenger, or any other video calling service.

  • Do you have any tips for my next telehealth visit?

    Here are some tips for your Telehealth visit: 


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    You can access telemedicine using your smart phone, computer and or I-pad, tablet

    If your volume settings are not working; please message the provider using the chat feature and the provider can call you directly on your landline and or cell phone

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