Oregon Public Health Institute Email Format
Public HealthOregon, United States11-50 Employees
Oregon Public Health Institute (OPHI) is a non-governmental, non-profit organization based in Portland, Oregon that leads Oregon’s public health agenda. It aims to improve population health by ensuring healthy choices are accessible and by translating cutting-edge research into practical policy and practice for public health professionals and policymakers. As a member of the National Network of Public Health Institutes, OPHI provides an independent voice for Oregon’s public health system and workforce, supporting the implementation of sustainable strategies across the state. The organization emphasizes the role of environment and daily choices in health outcomes, striving to create conditions where all Oregonians have equal opportunity for optimal health. OPHI collaborates with partners such as the Public Health Institute Bridge Center to advance programs and initiatives, including emergency medical services and tracing health efforts. Its work supports public health practitioners, policymakers, and community stakeholders across Oregon, focusing on making health improvements tangible within the places where people live, work, learn, and play. Recent developments include recognition for collaboration and partnerships that expand public health capacity and response in the state.