IHS Blog

Looking Ahead to the Modernization Program's Breakout Sessions at the IHS Partnership Conference

July 22, 2024
by Jeanette Kompkoff, Director, DHITMO, Office of Information Technology, Indian Health Service

The Division of Health Information Technology Modernization and Operations (DHITMO) recognizes the importance of collaboration as the foundation for the Health IT Modernization Program. IHS envisions building and operating the enterprise electronic health record (EHR) with our partners, not ... Continue reading

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Incorporating Pronouns into Professional Communications at the Indian Health Service

July 18, 2024
by Roselyn Tso, IHS Director

During Pride Month, I had the honor of visiting the Transgender Resource Center of New Mexico. The center supports transgender, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming communities through direct services, education, and advocacy. During our tour, we learned about their work providing STI testing, providing ... Continue reading

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IHS Releases Updated Webpage Dedicated to Two-Spirit and LGBTQI+ Issues

July 11, 2024
by Rick Haverkate, IHS National HIV & Hepatitis C Program Consultant, and Point of Contact for Two-Spirit & LGBTQ+ Matters

As we reflect back on Pride Month that was observed in June, I share with you that serving as the lead of Two-Spirit LGBTQI+ programs for the Indian Health Service is a deeply fulfilling role. This position allows me to be at the forefront of creating and implementing initiatives that address the unique ... Continue reading

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An Inside Look at Tribal EMS: Serving Southwest Arizona

June 20, 2024
by John Wright, NRP, FP-C, Training Coordinator, Tohono O'odham Nation Healthcare Emergency Medical Services

During National Safety Month, we are celebrating 50 years of Emergency Medical Services and would like to introduce you to the dedicated team behind the Tohono O’odham Nation Healthcare EMS, formerly known as Sells EMS. This remarkable emergency medical services team operates in southwest Arizona, ... Continue reading

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Calling Attention to End Elder Abuse in American Indian and Alaska Native Communities

June 14, 2024
by Nicole Stahlmann, MN, RN, SANE-A, AFN-BC, SANE-P, FNE-A/P, Forensic Nurse Consultant, Division of Nursing Services

Stahlmann, MN, RN, SANE-A, AFN-BC, SANE-P, FNE-A/P, serves as the forensic nurse consultant with the IHS Division of Nursing Services. Prior to her work with IHS, she served as a forensic nursing specialist with the International Association of Forensic Nurses and was the clinical program manager for the District of Columbia Forensic Nurse Examiners. Stahlmann was an emergency department nurse and adjunct instructor, teaching both undergraduate and master prepared students at Georgetown University. She continues to practice clinically, providing care for patients who have experienced violence. ... Continue reading