Healthy Spirit Spring 2015

A Publication of Indian Health Care Resource Center of Tulsa

Spring 2015

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Operationally Speaking

this fantastic event. As a team, you overcame many challenges and the end result was the best DTM in 25 years. I also want to thank Stacie

BY J.R. HURT, CHIEF Nutt, Nancy O’Banion, Elizabeth OPERATING OFFICER Fair, Stacy Berg, Claude Denize, As we welcome spring and Faith Pangburn, Jessica Odle, the beautiful weather it brings, Brandi Hines, Sandra Stanford, I want to also welcome our new and Leticha Kincade for helping physicians and support staff to make certain our 460 guests felt that have joined the IHCRC welcomed. Thank you also to the team since our last edition of entire accounting team for helping the Healthy Spirit. In an effort to check out in a timely fashion. increase availability of medical Money raised from DTM appointments, IHCRC has added provides the necessary resources two new Family Practice for IHCRC to offer our Summer physicians and one Pediatrician, all Camp programs. As you will of which you will learn more about read later in this edition, camp in this edition. planning is well underway and we As a 501 (c)(3) non-profit look forward to making a positive organization, we rely on private difference in the lives of over 300 donations to support many of our children this summer. programs, and as you will read We continue to listen to our about in this edition, our main patient’s input and our most fundraiser, Dance of the Two current patient satisfaction rates Moons DTM), was a huge success. demonstrates this. As you will I want to give a special thank read in this edition, our focus you to our sponsors and to all on providing timely care and those who donated auction items. increasing availability of medical Without you, this event would not appointments, has resulted in 82% have been successful. I also want of our patients being seen within to thank Deb Starnes, Katie Burk, 30 minutes of the time they walk and John Young for organizing into the facility, over 98% believing 2 IHCRC Spring 2015

they were treated respectfully and over 97% stating they would recommend our services to friends and family.

In the Fall 2014 Healthy Spirit edition, we mentioned a major in-house construction project.

While this project is still in our plan, we have had to delay the construction until late 2015 or when the appropriate resources are available. During the interim, we have continued to search for and implement more effective scheduling processes which have resulted in more available time slots for appointments, more new patients establishing care at IHCRC, and less challenges for our patients. With our continual improvement model and mindset, we are confident in our ability to meet our patients needs and accomplish our mission of “providing quality, comprehensive health care to Tulsa area Indian people in a culturally sensitive manner that promotes good health, well-being and harmony,” and continually search for opportunities to improve our customer service, efficiencies and outcomes.

In This Issue of Healthy Spirit SPECIAL EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES All That Glitters is Silver ........................................................................4 Youth Wellness Camps 2015 ................................................................21 IHCRC Events .......................................................................................26 MEET OUR DOCTORS Michael G. Scott, M.D. ..........................................................................10 Jesicah Gilmore, M.D. ...........................................................................11 AD Hopkins, MD MPH ........................................................................11 Valerie M. Howard, D.O. ......................................................................12 Rita S. Westenhaver, D.O. ....................................................................12 Rachel B. Ray, D.O. ................................................................................13 Carolyn L. Cobb, M.D. ..........................................................................13 FEATURED ARTICLES Addressing Mental Health Before Stage 4 ..........................................17 Changing Lives, One Grant at a Time ................................................18 A Hero Among Us .................................................................................22 IHCRC Maintains Favorable Patient Ratings .....................................25 SPECIAL RECOGNITION Dance of the Two Moons Donors ........................................................6 The Society of the Medicine Wheel ....................................................27

MEDICAL SERVICES HOURS Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm Thursday 10:00 am-7:00 pm 1st Friday of the month the Medical clinic opens at 1:00 pm (closed in morning for staff training) BEHAVIORAL HEALTH HOURS Monday-Wednesday; 8:00am-6:00pm Thursday 10:00am-7:00pm Friday 8:00am-5:00pm 1st Friday of the month the Behavioral Health clinic opens at 1:00 pm (closed in morning for staff training) WIC NUTRITION HOURS Monday-Wednesday; Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm Thursday 10:00 am-6:00 pm 1st Friday of the month WIC opens at 1:00 pm (closed in morning for staff training) SCHEDULED APPOINTMENTS To schedule an appointment, call 918-382-1224, press option 1. If you are unable to get your preferred appointment time, please schedule for the first available appointment. Patients may call back and check to see if an opening becomes available that better suits their needs.

IHCRC ADMINISTRATION Carmelita Skeeter Chief Executive Officer J.R. Hurt Chief Operating Officer Judy A. Gibson Chief Financial Officer Stacie Nutt Chief Human Resource Officer DEVELOPMENT STAFF Debbie Starnes Development Director dstarnes@ihcrc.org

Changing Lives, One Grant at a

Time...page 18.

Katie Burk Fundraising Specialist kburk@ihcrc.org John Young Marketing Specialist jyoung@ihcrc.org IHCRC Spring 2015 3

All That Glitters is Silver

BY DEB STARNES, DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

It was a grand night! There were drinks and friends; hors d’oeuvres and dancing; bidding and laughter; and fun galore. More than 460 people joined Indian Health Care Resource Center for the 25th anniversary of the Dance of the Two Moons.

The night began with a fun-filled reception and silent auction. People mingled and conversed, rekindling friendships and making new ones as the sound of drums filled the air. The silver soaked ballroom reminded everyone they were a part of history. Board Event Chair, Jay Anderson, DDS thanked the Native Nations Youth Council drum group and welcomed everyone to the Dance of the Two Moons. A delicious dinner was served following the gorgeous Lord’s Prayer performed by Julia Wakeford, granddaughter of Andrew and Carmelita Skeeter.

Several past Honorary Chairs were present for this historic evening, including Mr. Ross Swimmer, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Ruley, Mollie Williford, and Ms. Lee Marks. Current Honorary Chairs, Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Cunningham, were seated front and center with Presenting Sponsor Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma. The Choctaw Nation was recognized as the Circle of Life Community Partner. A highlight of the evening was a special presentation by Chef Justin Thompson who had generously given to encourage others to give. The night ended with the best party 4 IHCRC Spring 2015

band in the land, Ultra Suede leading a full dance floor in frivolity, fun, and frolic.

There were so many generous donors and sponsors this year that we have recognized them on the following pages. Thanks to these businesses, individuals, and tribes, the 25th Anniversary of the Dance of the Two Moons raised more money than ever before netting, $141,915.00. Many said, it was the grandest party ever. We simply say, “Thank you and wait until next year!”

Board Event Chair, Jay Anderson, DDS presenting the Circle of Life Co mmunity Partner Aw ar d to Teresa Jackson of The Ch octaw Nation.

SILVER SPONSOR Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma

2015 Community Sponsors EAGLE SPONSOR • Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Tulsa BEAR SPONSOR • Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma • Conner & Winters • Meeks Group • Delores Titchywy Sumner • Tiger Natural Gas BUFFALO SPONSORS • CamGlass/Eller & Detrich • Canyon Creek Energy • Chickasaw Nation • Commerce Bank • CommunityCare • Diagnostic Laboratory of Oklahoma • First National Bank of Broken Arrow • Hillcrest Healthcare System • IHCRC Staff (Jeans Passes) • Interior Logistics • Oklahoma City Area Inter-Tribal Health Board • Oklahoma City Indian Clinic • Osage Casinos • The PENTA Building Group • Phoenix Plumbing Works, Inc. • Public Service Company of Oklahoma • Jim & Sharon Ruley • Urban Inter-Tribal Center of Texas • Williams TURTLE SPONSORS • Dr. Jay & Nancy Anderson • Chris & Leigh Barrow • Janice Edmiston & Ceasar Williams • Ruth Kaiser Nelson • Rogers Family • Carmelita Skeeter • Ross & Margaret Swimmer • Ken Ray Underwood OTHER SPONSORS • The University of Oklahoma • Oklahoma State University Medical Center • Justin Thompson Restaurants • Mary Murrays Flowers IHCRC Spring 2015 5

Dance of the Two Moons 2015 Donors

IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER 2015 Sponsor-A-Camper Donors Virginia Cox Zahabia & Insia Akberali Tammy Davis Dr. Jay & Nancy Anderson Amy DeMoss John & Stacy Burris Claude Denize Dr. Jan & Susan Cobble Carol Ann Drummond Dr. & Mrs. Tom Colpitts Zandra Drywater Joseph & Mary Cunningham Susan Eddings Perez & Pablo Perez Dr. Afsar & David Emery Dr. Afsar & David Emery Ann & Luke Essman Alicia Essary Ted & Shiela Haynes Elizabeth A. Fair Kerry James Deni Fholer Bill & Patty Lawson Mr. Matthew & Dr. Rachele Floyd Lee & David Marks Alison Forsythe Willie M. Marsh Trilla Frazier Karen McAhren Judy A. Gibson Dr. Gene & Bonnie McCormick Dr. Jesicah Gilmore Clara & Tommy Rabb Lance Gopffarth Jim & Sharon Ruley Jo Ann Gower Steve & Susanne Sanders Jenny Graham Debbie Smith Crystal Hanna Larry & Janet Smith Lynda & Nelson Head Delores Titchywy Sumner Jessica Herod Judy Supernaw Brandi Hines Jones Mary Ann Vassar Dr. Arthur & Valerie Holleman The Julia Ann Weinkauf Revocable Deanna Holman Trust Jennie Howard Mollie Williford Molly Hurst Muscogee (Creek) Nation J.R. & Stephanie Hurt Williams Jamie Johnson Dr. Jennifer Jones 2015 DTM Donors Merrill & Corinne Jones Dr. Aliakber & Farida Akberali Leticha Kincade Beverly & Mike Ansorge Miranda Kohut Melinda Anthony Angie Lanning Susan & Vaden Bales Megan Leath Kada Benally Dr. & Mrs. Dean Martin Donna Birkenfeld D. Michael McBride III Jo Blower Scott McCoy Bridget Bright Margaret McIntosh Lisa & Leon Bruce Leslie McQueen Katie Burk Clark Miller Marcus Bush Kelly Mounce Tanya Cain Stacie & Brian Nutt Robyn Campbell Nancy O’Banion Dr. Carolyn Cobb Katherine O’Day Janetta Cornelison Jessica Odle 6 IHCRC Spring 2015

Daniel & Julia Olson Faith Pangburn Jim Perryman Wilson & Brenda Pipestem Destiny Pollak Phyllis Pratt Opal Price Dr. Rachel Ray Margaret Reeves Marisa & Max Resnik Ryann Richey Ronald L. Robertson Chris Samples Tim & Joanna Shadlow Stacey Shuman Sandra Stanford G.A. Shannon & Elnora Supernaw Carmelita Skeeter Katherine Snyder Debbie Starnes Lori Sweeney Dr. Jeff & Cynthia Stewart Madeline Teague Gary & Marquita Thayer Lanita Thralls Evan Tipton Angie Tullis Mary Ann Vassar Emily Vo Steven & Marcy Wakeford Heather Walker Dawanna Wallace Bill & Carol Wamego Jennifer Welch Shawn White Lisa Wieche Nicole Woodmansee Lisa Young Caring Hands Healthcare Centers The Kerr Foundation, Inc. Oklahoma Primary Care Association Prescor, Inc. RL Shears Company

2015 Silent Auction Donors American Airlines Native American Employee Business Resource Group and Dana Tiger Andy’s Fine Portraits Basin Park Hotel The Canebrake, A Destination Hotel & Spa Cherokee Nation Businesses Cherokee Nation WIC (IHCRC) Donnie & Gayla Cox Claude Denize Donna’s Fine Airport Parking Gorfam Marketing, Inc. Shan Goshorn Studio Grand Country Music Hall Crystal Hanna, Artist Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa Hyatt Regency Tulsa IHCRC Behavioral Health Department IHCRC Health and Wellness Department Kerry James Jason’s Deli Kendra’s Keepsake Photos Laffa Medi-Eastern Restaurant & Bar Dr. Pat & Patti Lester Merlin Little Thunder Lyon’s Indian Store Maplebrook Acupuncture Clinic The McNellie’s Group Mecca Coffee Company Meeks Group Jason & Stephanie Menting Moody’s Jewelry NDN Custom Frame Oklahoma City Indian Clinic One Feather Books & Gifts Panera Bread® Parkhill’s South Patta LT, Artist Petty’s Fine Foods Polo Grill QuikTrip Corporation Reasor’s

Edward E. Rogers Debra Rummel

Lynnetta Seward Barbara Shoemake Silver Dollar City Attractions Carmelita Skeeter

Debbie Starnes Brenda Taylor Cha’ Tullis / Cha’ Tullis Gallery Tulsa Hills Wine Cellar & Cigar Cellar and Market Tulsa Oilers Professional Hockey Club Tulsa Shock TW’s-AFAB Catering Twisted Cedar Wines Mary Ann Vassar John Young Anonymous Donors

Rachel & Jeremy Mix Kelly Mounce Bobby & Vicki Mouser Lori & Mike Nalley Bill Nole Chris Osburn Eric & Jessica Phillips Vivian Phillips Brenda & Wilson Pipestem

Risë Proctor-Supernaw Joe Ragsdale & Sharon Ruley Jim Tim & Joanna Shadlow Andrew & Brooke Shank Andrew Skeeter Carmelita Skeeter Debbie Smith Larry & Janet Smith Debbie Starnes Dr. Schuyler & Kathleen Steelberg

Thank You to our Auction Winners Blanche Sumner Dr. Steve & LeAnn Anagnost Patti Sumner

Beverly & Mike Ansorge Robyn Sunday-Allen Steve & Dannielle Baker Elnora A. Supernaw Byron & Jennifer Bighorse Ross O. & Margaret S. Swimmer Virgil & Kay Bowline Ken Ray Underwood John & Stacy Burris Hank & Jeannie Van Veen

Jim Cameron Dr. Bill & Patty VanDelinder Dr. & Mrs. Tom Colpitts Phil & Cinda Viles Sherman Crneckiy Aiden & Justice Waidner-Smith Connie & Keith Davis Steve & Marcy Wakeford Claude Denize Mollie Williford Dee Ann Dickerson Janice Edmiston & Ceasar Williams 2015 Live Auction Donors Luzana Graff Blue Rose Café Jenny Graham Bruce G. Weber Precious Jewels Gloria & Charles Grim Marcus Bush Darlene Hall Coldwell Banker Shangri-La Realty John & Amy James Susan Eddings Perez Brian Jenkins Marshall Brewing Company Rick & Stefanie Kelly Nichols Landscaping Matt & Amy King Jim & Sharon Ruley Caleb Lenard Rustic Cuff Dr. Pat & Patti Lester Shangri-La Golf Club Lisa & Mike Lyon Justin Thompson Restaurants Lee & David Marks Cha’ Tullis / Cha’ Tullis Gallery Sal & Bonnie Martinez Warren Wine & Spirits Mike & Agnes McGee IHCRC Spring 2015 7

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Meet Our Doctors

BY J.R. HURT, CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER IHCRC is fortunate to have highly qualified providers throughout our facility. In this issue and in an effort to better familiarize you with some of our providers, we would like to focus on our Medical Doctors and Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine. Our physicians are comprised of active members of the Cherokee, Chickasaw, and Wyandotte tribes. These talented physicians have chosen to bring their skills and abilities to IHCRC to help improve the health of the many tribal members served

by IHCRC. As you will read in the following section, our physicians have a significant amount of experience in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine and Pediatrics. This highly qualified team of physicians is comprised of award winning leaders and missionaries who have served in various communities throughout Oklahoma, Missouri, Indiana, and even Africa. IHCRC considers it a blessing that these individuals have elected to be part of the IHCRC team.

Michael G. Scott, M.D. (Cherokee) MEDICAL DIRECTOR

Michael G. Scott, MD has served as the Medical Director at Indian Health Care Resource Center of Tulsa (IHCRC) since February 2007.

In his position as the Medical Director, Dr. Scott provides leadership and direction for our Medical Department and supervises all physicians, physician assistants and nurse practitioners. Dr. Scott has been key to the successful rollout of our digitally-based diagnostic imaging services, Electronic Health Records (EHR), Meaningful Use, and recent upgrades to our Pharmacy ScriptPro software. He played an instrumental role with our building expansion and remodel in 2010-2012 and continues to provide consultative direction for our Medical department’s upcoming remodel into a pod design.

Dr. Scott earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from Oral Roberts University (ORU) in 1987. After completing his undergraduate studies he applied for and was accepted into ORU’s School of Medicine. ORU’s medical program was unexpectedly discontinued in December 1989. Not to be deterred Dr. Scott transferred to West Virginia University in Morgantown, West Virginia in January 1990. There he completed his medical training and earned a Doctor of Medicine degree in May 1992. Dr. Scott completed his residency training through In His Image Family Medicine Residency Program in June 1995. Dr. Scott has been board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine, Inc. since July 1995, most recently re-certifying in July 2010.

Dr. Scott joined our medical team in September 1995 and served as a staff physician until December 2000 when he left for a mission trip to South Africa. Dr. Scott rejoined our medical team in August 2003 and served as a staff physician until June 2004 when he left for a second South African mission trip. Dr. Scott returned from South Africa in February 2007 and accepted the Medical Director position at IHCRC. 10 IHCRC Spring 2015

Jesicah Gilmore, M.D. (Chickasaw) FAMILY PRACTICE PHYSICIAN

Jesicah Gilmore, M.D. joined the IHCRC Medical Department in August 2014 as a Family Practice Physician. Dr. Gilmore earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of Tulsa. She is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma College Of Medicine where she received her Doctor of Medicine degree. Dr. Gilmore is licensed through the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Dr. Gilmore served as Chief Resident while completing a Family Medicine Residency through the OUHSC School of Community Medicine. She also completed a Preliminary Residency in General Surgery through the OUHSC School of Community Medicine.

She has served as the House Officer for the Oklahoma Surgical Hospital and a Physician in the Quality of Life Clinic at the Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Tulsa. Dr. Gilmore was chosen for the Paul Tietze Award for Excellence in Patient Care in residency for 2014.

Serving the Native American community has been a passion for Dr. Gilmore since childhood. “My parents are physicians, and when I was growing up, we lived in various places while they were working for IHS, including the Navajo reservation in Shiprock, NM, and the Havasu reservation in the Grand Canyon. I have witnessed the great need for quality medical care for the Native population, and have felt very driven to meet that need.

Therefore, I feel very privileged and grateful to be working at IHCRC, as this is fulfilling a lifelong dream.”

AD Hopkins, M.D. MPH PEDIATRICIAN

Dr. Hopkins joined the Pediatrics Department at IHCRC in December 2014 as a Staff Pediatrician. She is licensed through the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision and board certified through the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Dr. Hopkins graduated Cum Laude from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, from the University of Kansas with a Master of Public Health degree, and from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center with a Doctor of Medicine degree.

Dr. Hopkins completed a General Pediatrics Residency at the Riley Hospital for Children located in Indianapolis, Indiana, through Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis and a Child Abuse Pediatrics Fellowship at Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri.

Dr. Hopkins comes to IHCRC from Ahmad Pediatrics located in Broken Arrow and Tahlequah, Oklahoma where she worked as a Staff Pediatrician.

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Valerie M. Howard, D.O. (Wyandotte) INTERNAL MEDICINE PHYSICIAN

Valerie Howard, D.O., joined the IHCRC Medical Department as an Internal Medicine Physician in August 2014. Dr. Howard earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology-Biomedical Science from the University of Oklahoma in Norman. She is a graduate of Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine where she received her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree.

Dr. Howard completed her Internal Medicine Residency at the Oklahoma State University Medical Center and the Jack C. Montgomery VA Medical Center in Muskogee. While at Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine she served as President of the Student Osteopathic Academy of Sports Medicine, the National Liaison for the Undergraduate American Academy of Osteopathy and the Treasurer for the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians.

Dr. Howard is a current member of the American Osteopathic Association and the American College of Osteopathic Internists. She is licensed through the Oklahoma State Board of Osteopathic Examiners.

Rita S. Westenhaver, D.O. FAMILY PRACTICE PHYSICIAN

Rita S. Westenhaver, D.O. joined the Medical Department in January of 2015 as a Family Practice Physician. Dr. Westenhaver, or Dr. Rita as she prefers to be called, comes to IHCRC from the Sam Hider Medical Center, a Cherokee Nation facility in Jay, Oklahoma. There she served as Staff Physician then Medical Director.

Dr. Rita is licensed through the Oklahoma State Board of Osteopathic Examiners and board certified through the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians (AOBFP). She is a graduate of the Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine where she obtained her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree. Dr. Rita’s received her pre-medicine education at Northwestern Oklahoma State University in Alva, Oklahoma where she majored in chemistry and at Northeast Missouri State University in Kirksville, Missouri where she majored in chemistry and minored in math.

Dr. Rita completed a General Rotating Internship at Enid Regional Hospital in Enid, Oklahoma. She then went on to serve as Urgent Care-Locums for Concorde, Medical Director for Heaven and Earth Hospice and a private practice physician for 18 years in Guymon, Oklahoma.

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Rachel B. Ray, D.O. (Cherokee) FAMILY PRACTICE PHYSICIAN

Rachel B. Ray, D.O., joined the IHCRC Medical Department in January 2015 as a Family Practice Physician. She graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. Dr. Ray is a graduate of Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine where she received her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree.

Dr. Ray completed a Residency in Family Medicine at Hillcrest Medical Center through the University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine. She was selected as the OU Family Medicine Residency Chief from 2011 to 2012 based on her outstanding academic and clinical performance. Dr. Ray comes to IHCRC from the Cherokee Nation AMO Health Clinic located in Salina, Oklahoma where she served as a Family Practice Physician.

Dr. Ray is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, the Association of American Indian Physicians, the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians and the Oklahoma Osteopathic Association.

“I am fortunate to have been supported by my tribe and the Indian Health Service throughout my journey to become a family medicine physician. I was born in an Indian Hospital and growing up received my health care through Indian Health. As a premed student, my first shadowing experience was a family physician who worked in an Indian health care office. Seeing the great need for quality health care and watching him care for the complexity of medical issues of his patients, I knew that I wanted to be in the same position in which I could help make a difference. I am honored to be able to give back by providing health care to the patients of the Indian Health Care Resource Center of Tulsa.”

Carolyn L. Cobb, M.D. FAMILY PRACTICE PHYSICIAN

Dr. Carolyn Cobb joined IHCRC’s medical team as a family practice physician in June 2013. Dr. Cobb previously worked for Claremore Indian Hospital where she served as a staff physician in the Emergency Department from 2005 to 2012. She has also worked for Hillcrest Medical Center, Emcare, Inc., Annashae Corporation, Warren Clinic Urgent Care Clinic, and Tulsa Emergency Physicians, Inc. Dr. Cobb pursued undergraduate studies at both Southern Methodist University (SMU) and The University of Arkansas at Fayetteville prior to graduating from Randolph College, formerly known as Randolph-Macon Woman’s College, in Lynchburg, Virginia with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mathematics in 1971. She was accepted into and graduated from the Medical Branch at Galveston of the University of Texas with a Doctor of Medicine degree in 1979.

Dr. Cobb completed an Internal Medicine Residency program at the University of Oklahoma Tulsa Medical College in June 1982. Dr. Cobb achieved board certification from the American Board of Emergency Medicine in 1992 and recertified in 2002.

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Tiny Tots (6 & under) Jr. & Teens (6-18)  Boys Fancy, Traditional/Grass, Straight  Girls Fancy/Jingle, Cloth, Buckskin/Traditional Womens and Mens (19-54)  Mens Fancy, Traditional/Grass, Straight  Womens Fancy/Jingle, Cloth, Buckskin/Traditional Golden Age (55+)  Mens Combined  Womens Combined

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Womens & Mens 1st-$150 2nd-$100 3rd-$50 Golden Age 1st-$150 2nd-$100 3rd-$50

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Addressing Mental Health Before Stage 4 PROVIDED BY: MENTAL HEALTH AMERICA

When we think about cancer, heart disease, or diabetes, we don’t wait years to treat them. We start before Stage 4—we begin with prevention. When people are in the first stage of those diseases, and are beginning to show signs of symptoms like a persistent cough, high blood pressure, or high blood sugar, we try immediately to reverse these symptoms. We don’t ignore them. In fact, we develop a plan of action to reverse and sometimes stop the progression of the disease.

So why aren’t we doing the same for individuals who are dealing with potentially serious mental illness?

When you or someone close to you starts to experience the early warning signs of mental illness, knowing what the risk factors and symptoms are will help to catch them early. Often times, family and friends are the first to step in to support a person through these early stages. Experiencing symptoms such as loss of sleep, feeling tired for no reason, feeling low, feeling anxious, or hearing voices, shouldn’t be ignored or brushed aside in the hopes that they go away. Like other diseases, we need to address these symptoms early, identify the underlying disease, and plan an appropriate course of action on a path towards overall health. Mental health conditions should be addressed long before they reach the most critical points in the disease process—before Stage 4.

Many people do not seek treatment in the early stages of mental illnesses because they don’t recognize the symptoms. Up to 84% of the time between the first signs of mental illness and first treatment is spent not recognizing the symptoms.

Mental Health America’s screening tools can help. Taken online at www.mhascreening.org, a screening is an anonymous, free and private way to learn about your mental health and see if you are showing warning signs of a mental illness. A screening only takes a few minutes, and after you are finished you will be given information about the next steps you should take based on the results. A screening is not a diagnosis, but it can be a helpful tool for starting a conversation with your doctor or a loved one about your mental health.

This May is Mental Health Month; Indian Health Care Resource Center of Tulsa (IHCRC) is raising awareness of the important role mental health plays in our lives and encouraging members of the community to learn more about their own mental health and to take action immediately if they are experiencing symptoms of a mental illness.

Mental illnesses are not only common, they are treatable. There is a wide variety of treatment options for mental illnesses ranging from talk therapy to medication to peer support, and it may take some time for a person to find the right treatment or combination of treatments that works best for them. But when they do, the results can be truly amazing and life changing. IHCRC wants to help people learn what they can do both to protect their mental health and know the signs of mental illness.

It’s up to all of us to know the signs and take action so that mental illnesses can be caught early and treated, and we can live up to our full potential. We know that intervening effectively during early stages of mental illness can save lives and change the trajectories of people living with mental illnesses. Be aware of your mental health and get screened today! Twitter #B4Stage4 IHCRC Spring 2015 17

Changing Lives, One Grant at a Time

BY DEB STARNES, DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

Connecting Kids to Coverage (Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Service)

Increasing the number of eligible Native teens and their families who are enrolled in the Children’s Health Insurance Plan (CHIP) is the primary goal of IHCRC’s Connecting Kids to Coverage grant. Funded in November 2014, the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services grant is a two year marketing campaign targeted to adolescents and their families.

The campaign is being customized through: (1) market research; (2) advertising, education and marketing in various media outlets, and; (3) enrollment and retention. To kick off the project almost 30 teens and their families attended a focus group and marketing meeting. Feedback from the focus group has been utilized to design marketing and promotional pieces and determine advertising venues. Watch for advertisements in tribal newsletters, on buses, in restrooms, and in bus shelters very soon.

Native Strong (Notah Begay III Foundation)

The IHCRC Native Strong program, funded through a one year grant from the Notah Begay III Foundation, works to reduce the number of youth with diabetes and the number of youth who become adults with diabetes. The program began in September 2014 and has already has a significant impact on the lives of Native youth and their families. Native Strong activities include: (1) exercise classes for Native youth ages 10-17; (2) monthly cooking and nutrition classes for Native youth, and; (3) the voucher program for the YMCA. A Family Fun and Fitness Day is also being planned for Saturday, June 13th. Be watching for more information!

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“At the beginning of January my family joined the YMCA through your grant program. I wanted to let you know what a positive move this has been for our whole family. The first positive is our weight loss for the month of January. [Weight loss for the family of five totaled 47 pounds in one month.] One of our son’s grades have increased as his weight has decreased. I can’t thank you enough for the changes you have brought to my family!”

Community Health Empowerment/CHANGE Program (American Cancer Society through funding from Walgreens)

No one wants to talk about it but someone must. The truth is colorectal cancer is the second most common cancer among American Indians (following lung cancer), and it is the second leading cause of cancer death. This is largely because screening rates for Americans Indians tend to be lower than those for non-Hispanic whites, resulting in advanced stage diagnosis.

In November 2014, IHCRC received a grant from the American Cancer Society to increase the number of IHCRC patients completing colorectal screening. Using a system of client reminders, one-on-one education, provider reminders, and screening navigation, IHCRC hopes to increase screening rates by approximately 50% over the next year. The ultimate goal is to reach the Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA) target of 35% of appropriate patients screened. The 2015 results show considerable improvement and a significant increase toward goal.

Breast Health Services for American Indian Women (The Anne and Henry Zarrow Foundation and Susan G. Komen Tulsa)

Ultimately the goal of the Indian Health Care Resource Center breast health program is to reduce health disparities in breast cancer screening and treatment for American Indian women by improving access to timely treatment and care. During the 2014 fiscal year, 1,225 American Indian women received mammograms at IHCRC. The Breast Health Services program constantly receives feedback about the changes it is making in women’s lives.

“I lost my mother to breast cancer. Two years ago my exam discovered some abnormalities that required follow-up exams. This magnificent staff led by Karen McAhren, walked me through a very scary time that eventually turned out with a positive outcome. My appreciation to them is heartfelt for their concern and compassion during this time.”

Public Health Nurse (Indian Health Service)

This special grant from Indian Health Service primarily assists patients with diabetes and hypertension.

The program provides insulin management, blood pressure monitoring and blood pressure monitors for IHCRC patients. During the past year more than 390 patients were assisted in the control and maintenance of their diabetes and hypertension. The Public Health Nurse also provides “home” care visits by offering services in locations such as Iron Gate. Additional locations are currently being added as the “home” based service continues to locate individuals in desperate need of assistance. The Public Health Nurse grant is a five-year grant that will end in the fall of 2017. Current goals include locating permanent funding so that the essential services of this program continue.

Medical Home Services (H.A. and Mary K. Chapman Foundation)

In March 2015, IHCRC received a general operating fund grant from the H.A. and Mary K. Chapman Foundation to help support IHCRC’s medical home teams. The medical home model utilizes provider teams consisting of physicians, mid-level providers, nurses, case managers, and referral specialists. Each patient is assigned a team who follows him or her throughout care. This team approach provides continuity of care, thereby improving communication, trust, and knowledge. Providers build rapport with the patients, become aware of cultural, social, and environmental influences on health, and make better referrals that treat the whole patient.

This medical model of care plays a critical role in achieving the objectives of better care, better health, and lower costs. Studies link the medical home model to improved health behaviors, better health outcomes, and fewer emergency room visits.

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All Things Comanche

Caring and Sharing is Our Culture and Tradition Members of the Comanche Tribe Sumner Family Delores, Rodney, Patti, Larry, Pam, Blanche Philips Family Goldie, Vivian, Brian, Eric, Jessica

Dickerson Family DeeAnn, John, Melissa

Morris Family Sue, Tom

Kelley Family Margie, Megan

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Youth Wellness Camps 2015 BY: NANCY O’BANION, DIRECTOR, HEALTH EDUCATION & WELLNESS

Sports and Fitness Camps will have two locations: Broken Arrow – Centennial Middle School and Tulsa – Clinton Middle School. Participants will learn new games, fitness activities, traditional Indian games, and have a field trip each week as well.

All camp participants must provide a current medical release form, demonstrating they have received a well child exam/sports physical within the past year and can safely participate in the camp activities. Parents can call the clinic 918-588-1900, ext. 5303 to schedule a medical exam with an IHCRC provider (or schedule with your child’s primary care provider). This form must be submitted with the camp enrollment forms.

Camps start at 8:30 and end at 3:00 Monday – Friday of the designated weeks. Please contact us for the camp schedule. Campers must be enrolled no later Indian Health Care Resource Center is excited than May 22 for the camps that take place in June, to announce its 2015 Summer Youth Camps. Our and no later than June 26 for the camps that occur in summer camps provide extraordinary opportunities July. Please know that camps fill up very fast, and for children in elementary and middle school to learn enrollment is available on a first come, first served about healthy lifestyles, leadership, team-building, basis. Most camps will fill up before the deadlines problem-solving, and the opportunity to try new listed above, so enroll early! challenges and be physically active. Culture camps For enrollment forms, please see the link on our include field trips to tribal nations and instill Native website, www.ihcrc.org. You can also come by Indian American heritage to many urban children who never Health Care Resource Center at 550 S. Peoria, Tulsa, or had the experience of Native culture. Our camps serve contact us at 918-588-1900 or 918-382-2220. over 300 children each summer, and are available at no cost for children who hold a CDIB card. These camps are funded through the generosity of private donors and gifts made through the clinic’s annual fundraiser, The Dance of the Two Moons.

There will be three types of camps this summer: Wellness Adventures, Culture Camp, and Sports and Fitness Camp. Children can enroll in one session of each type of camp. Wellness Adventures will focus on diabetes prevention, healthy lifestyles, leadership, teambuilding and problem-solving. The HelmZar Challenge Course provides challenges for new adventures every day. Older children will have the opportunity for a kayaking field trip for one of the camp days.

Culture Camp provides enrichment for our urban youth, instilling Native culture in a rich, experiential manner. Youth will participate in traditional Indian games and learn skills for Native arts and crafts. A cultural field trip will highlight the week, taking youth to a tribal site to learn about that specific tribe.

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A Hero Among Us

other large healthcare facility. Therefore one might ask, why limit oneself to a very specialized, very specific BY: EDWARD E. ROGERS, group of individuals? In the end it all comes down CREDENTIALING COORDINATOR to the “who” and the “what” of his value system. To understand his goals one must first understand his past.

Merrill proudly comes from a military family.

His father served in Vietnam. His uncle was captured during WWII in the Philippines and was forced to participate in the Bataan Death March. This was a 65 mile march from Mariveles on the southern end of the Bataan Peninsula to San Fernando. His brother in law served in the Army, and two nephews currently serve in the Army. Another nephew serves in the Marines and a niece in the Navy.

Merrill completed basic training in 1997 as the distinguished honor graduate of his cohort, and he earned the distinction of “Master Gunner” during Military Occupations Specialty training (MOS) or “AIT” (Advanced Individual Training) at Fort Sill located in Lawton, Oklahoma.

His first deployment was for security operations at the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, Utah.

He provided security coverage at security check points.

This assignment came with some perks. He got to meet President Bush, Willie Nelson, and other famous entertainers and athletes.

Merrill Jones, M.S., is completing his doctoral

His second deployment was for Operation internship in psychology in the Behavioral Health Enduring Freedom (2003) after the 9/11 attacks on Department at the Indian Health Care Resource the World Trade Center towers, the Pentagon and Center of Tulsa through the Northeastern Oklahoma the plane targeting Washington, D.C., that crashed at Psychology Internship Program (NOPIP) and Utah Shanksville, Pennsylvania. He and his peers mobilized State University. Upon completion of the internship to Fort Carson, Colorado. However, there were too in August 2015, he will be on track to complete all many units attempting to deploy at one time to requirements for his Doctor of Philosophy degree in effectively coordinate transport, and therefore, his unit Clinical Psychology. Merrill previously earned a Master was rerouted to serve as a trainer for ROTC of Science degree in Counseling Psychology from Cadet Training.

Utah State University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Merrill’s third deployment (2005 – 2006) was Psychology from Southern Utah University graduating overseas to Iraq where he was assigned to Marine Magna Cum Laude. command in the south-west arm of the SUNNI triangle

On a surface level, Merrill is a young, unassuming west of Fallujah. He served in artillery support, road family man on the brink of a very promising career patrol, and base defense. When Merrill was en route to in psychology. His options are wide open. However the Iraqi base for the first time, his convoy encountered his interests lie in a career geared at helping Native an IED roadside bomb. Hours after arriving, an American men and women currently serving in or who insurgent rocket exploded right next to the building in have previously served in the United States military which he was sleeping. Rockets (self-propelled, trigger who are experiencing combat stress or post-traumatic devices) and mortars (devices with a single charge at stress disorder (PTSD). This is a man who could easily the bottom of tube) would land inside the base almost join the faculty of a prestigious university, go into daily. “After a time, you become desensitized to it all,” private practice or join the active staff of a hospital or 22 IHCRC Spring 2015

said Merrill.

During his tour of duty in Iraq, Merrill’s primary assignment was in Cannon Fire Direction Control with the operation of Field Artillery Automated Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System (AFATDS).

AFATDS utilizes mathematical calculations to figure distance of targets from guns, changes the angle of the guns, air temperatures, the rotation of the earth, wind speed, etc. All of these were calculated by hand until a computer system was implemented in 2001.

It was during his deployment to Iraq that Merrill met his wife. He was on leave for a ruptured appendix when he met her in May 2006. They were married in December 2006 just before separating from the military in January 2007.

“There was a real sense of camaraderie. A true band of brothers. We made it through because we had each other. A lot of units are pieced together. Our National Guard Unit was comprised of members who at home, went to school together, worked together, trained together. We knew each other before being deployed. This gave us a unique bond other units may not have,” Merrill explained.

Serving as an enlisted soldier from the age of 17 to 27, Merrill emphatically said he would do it all again.

“It was a great experience. I would do it again. After all, I was just doing my job.” He hopes to one day re-enter the military and use his psychology training to help with combat stress and PTSD. Ideally he would like to work with Native American groups and assist in their healing progress, both physically and mentally.

During his military career Merrill was recognized for his outstanding service. These include, in part, SE Asia – Operation Enduring Freedom (2003), Operation Iraqi Freedom, overseas training ribbon for his training in Germany and other basic service ribbons and awards.

Without question, Merrill is a man that served freely and proudly for ten years of his life. He continues to challenge himself as he earns a doctoral degree in psychology. He is an example to all individuals for his courage, his drive, and his pursuit of excellence.

In short, Merrill Jones is a hero not only for his accomplishments in the military, but also for his accomplishments as a citizen and as a mental health professional.

Merrill holding shrapnel of the rocket that exploded next to his sleeping quarters during his third deployment.

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IHCRC Maintains Favorable Patient Ratings BY: EDWARD E. ROGERS, CREDENTIALING COORDINATOR

Indian Health Care Resource Center of Tulsa (IHCRC) conducts biannual patient satisfaction surveys in June and December each year. In addition to best practices, it’s a great way to gauge patient satisfaction and to obtain pertinent feedback as it relates to our services, processes, and operations as a whole.

During the month of December 2014, we had an open survey period for all departments. During this time period, 934 completed surveys were submitted. The breakdown of the results follows.

Of the 934 IHCRC patients and clients who completed the December surveys, 66% were women and 34% were men. Of these over 54% have been a patient of our facility for over five years.

A total of 65% of respondents had a scheduled appointment, 23% were walk-in patients and 12% of respondents were visiting IHCRC only to pick up a prescription.

Patients who completed the surveys were seeking services in the following departments that day: 14% 8% 5% 13%

from Behavioral Health from Dental from Diagnostic Imaging from Health Education and Wellness 44% from Medical 7% from Optometry 9% from Pharmacy

Over 45% of respondents indicated they had visited IHCRC two to five times within the past twelve months, 29% six to ten times and 21% had been to our facility more than ten times during the

same time period. Over 89% of respondents indicated IHCRC is their Primary Care Provider (PCP).

A total of 50% of respondents indicated an appointment wait time before seeing the provider of less than 15 minutes and 32% reported a wait time of 15 to 30 minutes.

“82% of patients marked their wait time for walk-in or scheduled appointments as being less than 30 minutes.”

Thank you for participating!

When asked if it’s easy to get an appointment at IHCRC, 28% of patients indicated “Always,” and 39% indicated “Usually.”

A total of 96% of respondents feel comfortable talking to staff about their problems; 98% indicated they feel the staff are interested in their problems and treat them with respect; and 98% indicated they would recommend IHCRC‘s providers and services to their friends and family members.

More than 54% of respondents gave IHCRC an overall rating of “Excellent” and 38% gave a rating of “Good” for the quality of our services and the competency of our providers.

“92% of respondents gave IHCRC an overall rating of “Good” to “Excellent” for the quality of our services.”

Senior management makes a concerted effort to review the data from each survey period and read each written comment. Many times constructive criticism and suggestions are discussed and addressed when needed.

The staff, management and Board members of Indian Health Care Resource Center would like to thank each patient and client for participating in the survey process.

This is a necessary and useful tool to gain feedback and to facilitate ongoing quality improvement. A special thank you to Judy Gibson, CFO and Phyllis Pratt, Business Office Manager and their staff for dramatically increasing our survey responses. We value your feedback and we will factor in all applicable feedback when making future changes and improvements, when feasible.

“If something isn’t measured, it will not be effectively managed. As we continually look for ways to improve the IHCRC experience for our patients, we rely on their valuable feedback as a measuring tool to determine how we are doing. ”

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IHCRC Events April-July APRIL Cooking Class: Cooking with Eggplant - April 23, 5:30–6:30pm. As a part of a vegetable class series, we will focus on recipes that feature several ways to prepare this healthy dark purple vegetable. Instructed by Katie Snyder, RD. MAY Restoring Harmony Creating Balance Powwow - May 2, 10am-11pm.

Westside YMCA, 5400 South Olympia Avenue, Tulsa OK 74107.

Cooking Class: Five Ingredient Fix - May 13, 11am-12pm. Healthy, flavorful dishes made with five ingredients or less! Instructed by Alison Forsythe, RD. What’s the Connection Between Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease?

May 21, 10–11am. Learn about simple things you can do to prevent cardiovascular disease. Instructed by Stacy Berg, LPC, Certified Diabetes Educator.

Cooking Class: Cooking with Zucchini - May 21, 5:30–6:30pm. As a part of a vegetable class series, we will focus on recipes that feature several ways to prepare this yummy summer squash. Instructed by Katie Snyder, RD. JUNE Cooking Class: Summer Side Dishes – June 10, 11am-12pm – Come prepare seasonal and delicious side dishes to bring to the next barbeque. Instructed by Alison Forsythe, RD. Family Fun and Fitness Day - June 13, 9am-1pm at Centennial Park – A day at the park with games, food, music, and a fun run/walk for the entire family.

Men and Diabetes – June 18, 5:30–6:30pm – What men need to know about how diabetes and high blood sugar can impact their life! Instructed by Bev Ansorge, Nurse Educator, and Stacy Berg, LPC, Certified Diabetes Educator.

Cooking Class: Cooking with Cauliflower - June 25, 5:30–6:30pm. As part of a vegetable class series, we will focus on recipes that feature several ways to prepare this highly nutritious vegetable. Instructed by Katie Snyder, RD. Wellness Adventure Camps - See www.ihcrc.org for details and dates.

JULY Cooking Class: Cooking with Spaghetti Squash - July 23, 5:30–6:30pm.

As part of a vegetable class series, we will focus on recipes that feature this delicious and nutritious alternative to pasta. Instructed by Katie Snyder, RD. Stress-Free Diabetes – July 30, 10–11am. Is the everyday stress of diabetes getting you down? Come learn how to manage your diabetes so it doesn’t manage you! Instructed by Stacy Berg, LPC, Certified Diabetes Educator.

Wellness Adventure Camps - See www.ihcrc.org for details and dates.

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The Society of the Medicine Wheel The Society of the Medicine Wheel draws upon the rich traditions of healing in the Native community. The medicine wheel is an ancient symbol used by most Native people to express holistic, cyclical, and harmonious concepts. One of those concepts involves the four aspects of our nature— physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional—and their role in our balance, health, and well-being.

We invite you to be an integral part of the Society of the Medicine Wheel.

As a member of this special annual giving club you will belong to the caring community that provides financial strength for our wellness, youth, and family programs.

Thank you for supporting Indian Health Care Resource Center of Tulsa!

2015 Society of the Medicine Wheel Members Dr. Aliakber & Farida Akberali

Valerie Howard, DO

Dr. & Mrs. Jay Anderson

Molly Hurst

Stacy Berg

J.R. Hurt

Donna Birkenfeld

Kerry James

Bob & Gloria Bitting

Leticha Kincade

Katie Burk

Robert S. Lawson, D.O.

Tanya Cain

Dr. & Mrs. Dean Martin

Paula R. Carr

Scott McCoy

James R. Childers Architect, Inc.

Jason & Stephanie Menting

Dr. Carolyn Cobb

Kelly Mounce

Janetta Cornelison

Stacie Nutt

Donnie & Gayla Cox

Nancy O’Banion

Norman & Lesa Crowe

Daniel & Julia Olson

Tammy Davis

Goldie Phillips

Claude Denize

Opal Price

Zandra Drywater

Edward E. Rogers

Elizabeth A. Duncklee

Carmelita Skeeter

Janice Edmiston & Ceasar Williams

Michelle Spradling

Ann & Luke Essman

Debbie Starnes

Mr. Matthew & Dr. Rachele Floyd

Ross & Margaret S. Swimmer

Judy A. Gibson

Heather Walker

Steve Gregg

Jennifer Welch

Kristi S. Grubb

Williams

Herbert P. Haschke

John Young

Brandi Hines-Jones

*Donors in color have given at the highest level.

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