Urban Indian Health Organizations

Urban Indian Health Organizations (UIHOs) are healthcare providers that serve American Indian and Alaska Native people living in cities. They offer culturally appropriate medical, dental, mental health, and preventive services, often filling gaps when Indigenous individuals are outside reservation areas. Funded primarily by the Indian Health Service, UIHOs help improve health outcomes by respecting Indigenous traditions and addressing unique community needs. They play a vital role in ensuring urban Indigenous populations have access to quality, culturally sensitive healthcare tailored to their specific circumstances.