ArticleInternational journal of prisoner health2019
A model for sustainable laser tattoo removal services for adult probationers.
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- A Protocol for Dermatology Service Learning for Medical Students: Supporting Laser Tattoo Removal for Adults Impacted by the Justice-System.Lasers in surgery and medicine · 2025Article
- Motivations for Seeking Laser Tattoo Removal and Perceived Outcomes as Reported by Justice Involved Adults.International journal of offender therapy and comparative criminology · 2023Article
- Overview of a Pilot Health-focused Reentry Program for Racial/Ethnic Minority Probationers ages 18 to 26 in Southern California.International journal of offender therapy and comparative criminology · 2022Article
- A Descriptive Analysis of the Epidemiology and Motivations for Laser Tattoo Removal in an Underserved Population.Journal of community health · 2022Article
- Tattoo discrimination in Mexico motivates interest in tattoo removal among structurally vulnerable adults.Frontiers in public health · 2022Article
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Abstract
purposeThe purpose of this paper is to describe a sustainable free laser tattoo removal clinic for economically disadvantaged adult probationers. DESIGN/METHODOLOGY/APPROACH: This paper describes the partnerships, methods and challenges/lessons learned from the implementation of a free monthly laser tattoo removal program for adult probationers within a medical school setting in California.
findingsPossible patients are identified via a collaboration with the county's Probation Department. Founded in 2016, this monthly program has provided tattoo removal services to >37 adult patient probationers, many of whom receive follow-up treatments. Clients seek to remove about four blue/black ink tattoos. Since its inception, 23 dermatology residents have volunteered in the program. Challenges to patients' ongoing participation primarily pertain to scheduling issues; strategies for overcoming barriers to participation are provided. No safety concerns have emerged. SOCIAL IMPLICATIONS: Programs such as this public-private partnership may benefit probationers by eliminating financial barriers associated with tattoo removal. This model supports the training of cohorts of dermatologists seeking community service opportunities related to laser medicine. Others seeking to implement a similar program may also consider expanding treatment days/times to facilitate access for working probationers, providing enrollment options for other health and social services (e.g. public insurance, food stamp programs) and hosting a mobile onsite clinic to address clients' physical and mental health needs. ORIGINALITY/VALUE: This paper describes a unique collaboration between law enforcement and a medical school and it may assist other jurisdictions in establishing free tattoo removal programs for the benefit of probationers. The methods described overcome challenges regarding the implementation of this specialized clinical service.
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