specialty services, such as digital retinal imaging and corneal mapping. Dr. West, a member of the Tulsa Eye Clinic, also provides a wide range of services for his patients, including comprehensive eye exams and specialty contact fittings. Dr. Scott Forester of Oklahoma City Vision Source offers the latest in technology when it comes to eye exams, including the Optomap Retinal Exam, which performs a thorough exam of the eyes without dilation. Standard eye exams as well as laser vision correction are also offered by Dr. Forester. In the second spot is Dr. Lance Ledbetter, whose office in Moore serves residents with eye exams, preventive eye care and treatment for conditions and eye emergencies. Dr. Adam Geurkink at Norman Eye Associates offers a wide variety of services, including diagnostic services and cataract and refractive surgery consultations. Dr. Geurkink has served the Norman community since 1988.
Orthodontist The need for a better smile will sometimes compel adolescents and adults to visit an orthodontist’s office. Cooper Chockley Orthodontics offers a wide variety of orthodontic services, from traditional braces to Invisalign and the Damon System. The husband-andwife team of Dr. Brenda Chockley and Dr. Jonathan Cooper work together to ensure each patient leaves with a smile of satisfaction. The Brace Place, helmed by Dr. Anand Patel, offers orthodontic services in both Tulsa and Claremore. A beautiful smile and healthier teeth are the top priorities of the staff at The Brace Place. Dr. Mark Andregg has specialized in orthodontics for more than 20 years. His expertise is often sought out by those looking to improve the look of their teeth. He rounds out this year’s top three. The Brace Place, with offices in Edmond and Clinton, places first in the Oklahoma City survey. Dr. Mike Steffen and Dr. Melissa Farrow provide quality service and a variety of orthodontic treatments for all ages. Specialties include Invisalign and Damon System methods. Orthodontic Associates, with offices in Oklahoma City and Edmond, employs five orthodontists who are ready to fix those smiles. Whether it be braces, Invisalign or other corrective appliances, Orthodontic Associates provides the best tool for the job. Rounding out the top three this year is Heim Orthodontics. Dr. Matt Heim serves patients of all ages to help improve the appearance of their teeth. Crowded teeth, bite problems, protruding teeth and difficulty in chewing are just a few orthodontic issues that Dr. Heim tackles.
Orthopaedic Center, comes in second this year. Dr. Mittal specializes in adult hip and knee reconstruction and orthopedic surgery. Dr. Ronald LaButti of Central States Orthopedic Specialists and Dr. Bradford Boone of Eastern Oklahoma Orthopedic Center share the third spot this year. Dr. LaButti’s areas of special interest include total joint replacement, arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery of lower extremities, sports medicine and trauma. Dr. Boone specializes in sports medicine and serves as team physician for the Tulsa Drillers and various local universities and high schools. Dr. James Odor of Oklahoma Spine Hospital is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon whose specialties include correcting disorders of the spine, including spinal deformity, spinal fusion surgery and disc herniation. Dr. David Teague of OU Medicine currently serves as the Chair of the Department of Orthopedic Surgery & Rehabilitation. His specialties include orthopedic trauma and complex, multiple injuries. Dr. Carlan Yates of McBride Orthopedic Clinic rounds out the top three in Oklahoma City. Dr. Yates completed a fellowship in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery.
Pediatrician A child’s first doctor can make a huge difference. That’s why it’s wise to take your little tyke to the best. In Tulsa, readers recommend Dr. Linda Murphy. Dr. Murphy receives high praise from her patients (and parents of patients) for bedside manner and ease of appointments. Dr. Loren Miller is the second pick this year for top pediatrician. Having practiced in his clinic on 51st Street for decades, Dr. Miller has treated generations of patients and is known for always having a smile on his face. Dr. Charity Pollak of Utica Park Clinic rounds out the top three pediatricians. With her office located in Jenks, Dr. Pollak sees patients from newborn through adolescence. Dr. Patrice Aston, who places first in the Oklahoma City category of this survey, is a pediatrician with more than three decades of practice. Dr. Albert Harvey comes in second as Best Pediatrician. He has served patients in Oklahoma City for 35 years. Dr. Victor Wilson, whose clinic in Norman stays very busy, is renowned for his bedside manner and patience with patient concerns.
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These doctors are pretty important; after all, what would humans be without their bones? Dr. Scott Dunitz of Tulsa Bone & Joint Associates and Dr. Greg Holt of The Orthopaedic Center both top the list as Best Orthopedic Surgeon. Dr. Dunitz’s primary specialty is in adult reconstruction surgery and total joint replacements. In practice since 1988, Dr. Dunitz also serves as an assistant professor at OU-Tulsa Medical College. Dr. Holt is board certified in orthopedic surgery and fellowship trained in sports medicine and orthopedic surgery. Dr. Yogesh Mittal, also of The
Where do you take your pooch to get pamepered? In Tulsa, PetSmart is the place readers recommend. With fullservice grooming, including shampooing and nail-cutting, PetSmart has flexible hours that are great for busy professionals. Petco’s grooming services also receive high ratings. The store uses natural products to ensure your dog’s utmost safety.
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Choose from basic services to extras, from “nose to toes.” Rounding out the top three is Cathy’s Critter Cuts, which specializes in making your pooch look fabulous. Lucky Dog Lodge in Oklahoma City is readers’ choice as Best Pet Grooming Services. Lucky Dog Lodge provides full-service, professional all-breed bathing and grooming. The groom room is state-ofthe-art, boasting two raised washing tubs, a walk-in shower and custom caging. Rose Rock Vet Hospital & Pet Resort offers full-service grooming for both dogs and cats. Comb-outs, scissor cuts, stripping and shaving – Rose Rock will do whatever is best for your pet. Rounding out the third spot is Prissy Pampered Pups, whose specialties include clipping and trimming fur, bathing, brushing, nails, glands and ear cleaning.
Pharmacy Pharmacies provide a vital service, whether we’re ill or just trying to maintain good health. Walgreens is the top vote-getter in Tulsa for Best Pharmacy. With many locations across the metro, the accessibility and convenient drive-through service make it a great pharmacy. CVS comes in second place, with an expanding roster of stores across Tulsa and great customer service. The Apothecary Shoppe is a compounding pharmacy that can mix specialized medications for customers. In Oklahoma City, Walgreens also takes the top spot for friendly staff and speedy service. CVS also gains the second spot in OKC. With conveniences like express refill for in-store pick-up, CVS is popular with loyal customers. Locally owned and operated, Conrad Marr Drug Company rounds out the top three. In the age of big box pharmacy, Conrad Marr will still deliver prescriptions to clients’ doors.