Care and Punishment : The Dilemmas of Prison Medicine

By Curtis Prout and Robert N. Ross

Care and Punishment: The Dilemmas of Prison Medicine delves into the ethical and practical challenges faced by healthcare providers in correctional facilities. Authors Curtis Prout and Robert N. Ross examine the complex intersection of healthcare, criminal justice, and human rights within the confines of prison walls. Through a series of compelling case studies and rigorous analysis, this book sheds light on the dilemmas that arise when medical care interacts with the punitive nature of incarceration. A crucial read for anyone interested in the intersection of medicine and justice, Care and Punishment offers valuable insights into the complexities of providing healthcare in carceral settings.

University of Pittsburgh Press, 1988, 276 pages