The IHS National Clinical and Community Workforce Summit is a significant gathering for health care providers, Tribal leaders, and officials dedicated to addressing clinical and community health issues in Indian Country. The event will feature nationally recognized speakers and provide a platform for sharing research and best practices. Attendees can expect a variety of workshops, keynote sessions, and networking opportunities. The agenda includes training on HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C prevention, elder care, and health promotion, among other topics.
Mental Health Conferences
IHS National Clinical and Community Workforce Summit
The IHS National Clinical and Community Workforce Summit is a premier event held in Seattle, Washington, focusing on emergent clinical and community health topics in Indian Country. It provides opportunities for professional development, collaboration, and networking.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Dates: May 12–16, 2025
Location: DoubleTree Seattle Airport Hotel
City/State: Seattle, Washington
Address: 18740 International Blvd., Seattle, WA 98188
Event Format: in-person
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
Indian Health Services
Indian Health Services is a federal health program for American Indians and Alaska Natives, focusing on providing comprehensive health services and addressing health disparities.
Email: ihsdccsconference2025@getvfairs.io
Phone: (206) 246-8600
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The summit spans five days, beginning with pre-summit activities on May 12, 2025, and concluding on May 16, 2025. Each day includes a variety of sessions, including training on health promotion, disease prevention, elder care, and more. Keynote speeches and plenary panels will be held throughout the event.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Rick Haverkate
Rick Haverkate is the Branch Chief of the National HIV/HCV/STI Branch at IHS, with a focus on American Indian, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander populations.
William Czajkoswki
William Czajkoswki is a Management Analyst for the HIV/HCV/STI Program within DCCS, with a background in economics.
Bethany Johnson
Dr. Bethany Johnson is a Pharmacy Consultant for the National HIV/HCV/STI Program at IHS, with a focus on HIV, Hepatitis C, and STI treatment and prevention.
Andrew Yu
Andrew Yu is a public health advisor and National HIV/HCV/STI Clinical Coordinator at IHS, with 12 years of clinical experience as a registered nurse.
Oskian Kouzouian
Dr. Oskian Kouzouian is a public health advisor for the HIV/HCV/STI Initiatives at IHS, with a background in law and public health.
Jolie Crowder
Dr. Jolie Crowder is the National Elder Care Consultant for the DCCS at IHS, focusing on dementia and Alzheimer’s care.
Valerie Jones
Valerie Jones is the Elder Health Care Data Coordinator for the DCCS at IHS, with over twenty years of public service experience.
Michelle Archuleta
Michelle Archuleta is the National Community Health Representative Lead for the Division of Clinical and Community Services at IHS.
Cynthia Gunderson
Capt. Cynthia Gunderson is the Vice-Chair of the IHS National Committee on Heroin, Opioids, and Pain Efforts (HOPE) Committee.
Abigail Echo-Hawk
Abigail Echo-Hawk is the Executive Vice President at Seattle Indian Health Board and the Director of Urban Indian Health Institute.
Dr. Donald Warne
Dr. Donald Warne is the Co-Director of the Center for Indigenous Health at Johns Hopkins University and a Senior Policy Advisor.
Dr. Loretta Christensen
Dr. Loretta Christensen is the Chief Medical Officer of the Indian Health Service, providing national leadership for clinical and community-based health programs.
Hotel Information
You need somewhere to stay! (Unless you live relatively close.)
The conference will be held at the DoubleTree Seattle Airport Hotel. Attendees can make reservations through the provided link for hotel bookings.
Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities
If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.
Organizations interested in sponsorship, exhibiting, or advertising at the event can find more information on the Exhibitors page. Opportunities include exhibiting at the venue and sponsoring specific sessions or activities.
Other Links and Information
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