Request Technical Assistance
OTPH offers a wide range of technical assistance to member Tribal Nations. Learn more about the specifics and submit a request for assistance.
Introduction
The Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH), originally the Health Information Office (HIO), was created in 1995 through an Indian Self Determination Education and Assistance Act (ISDEAA) P.L. 638 contract with the Indian Health Service (IHS) for the identified program, services, functions, and activities. Over the years, OTPH has expanded to contract the Office of Tribal Activities, Diabetes Control Officer, Nutrition Program; and operates USET’s Tribal Epidemiology Center (TEC), Dental Support Center (DSC), and Diabetes Center. OTPH provides up-to-date public health information, advocacy tools, policy analysis, and health promotion and disease prevention programming. USET believes that elevating the health status of Tribal citizens is integral in restoring and maintaining the heart, spirit, and soul common to every USET Tribal Nation.
Behavioral Health and Substance Use
Behavioral Health and Substance Use
Discover how OTPH is incorporating culture and tradition within behavioral health and substance use programs and initiatives.
Epidemiology
Epidemiology
Established in 2000, the USET Tribal Epidemiology Center (TEC) monitors and reports on the health status of Tribal Nations to promote wellness and reduce disease.
Diabetes
Diabetes
Since 1998, OTPH has supported the Special Diabetes Program for Indians (SDPI) in the areas of diabetes prevention, clinical treatment guidelines, and grant management support. Through on-site and virtual technical assistance, programs are provided the latest best practices to ensure Tribal citizens receive optimal ...
Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
Navigate through our health promotion and disease prevention programs that focus on improving health outcomes by promoting healthy behaviors that prevent chronic disease.
Oral Health
Oral Health
Explore how OTPH is working with Tribal Nations to improve the oral health outcomes of Tribal Citizens.
Best Practices Conference
Best Practices Conference
Learn and share best practices while connecting with public health professionals from across Indian Country at our annual conference.
Trainings and Workshops
Trainings and Workshops
OTPH offers onsite and virtual training(s) and workshops throughout the year on a variety of topics. Learn more about how to request a training or how to earn continuing education credits for your participation.
Tribal Health Innovations (THI)
Tribal Health Innovations (THI)
THI's goal is to provide you with the tools and technical expertise to enhance efficiencies in revenue cycle management to increase overall revenue for your facility.
Resources
Resources
Explore our library of valuable online resources including budget, program planning and evaluation templates to support public health programs and enhance the application, administration, and management of funding opportunities.
Monthly OTPH Sessions
Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance – Behavioral Health ECHO Clinic
Join us the fourth Tuesday of each month to learn about strength-based approaches to enhance Native behavioral health, and discuss ways that Native brilliance is demonstrated and supports behavioral health. The next session is November 26.
Tribal Public Health Preparedness and Resilience Task Force Meeting
Join us the first Tuesday of each month to build relationships between Tribal Nations in the USET region and the USET Epidemiology team! The next session is December 3.
