This year’s 22nd Annual Oklahoma City Area Director’s Indian Health Service Awards Ceremony was themed Resilience, a fitting tribute that reflected in the recognitions received by individuals and teams that represented Oklahoma City Indian Clinic (OKCIC). Held at Riverwind Casino in Norman, OKCIC staff were honored for their dedication, leadership, and lasting impact on American Indian health care.
Commitment to Care
From clinical care to pharmacy support to leadership behind the scenes, each award represents a commitment to excellence and community. Working at Oklahoma City Indian Clinic isn’t just a job, it’s a calling. Whether helping a child with their first dental visit, managing prescriptions with care, or leading clinic operations, the staff share a common purpose: to serve the Native American community with respect, compassion and cultural understanding.
As We Grow Together, Our Heart Will Always Be Our People
As Oklahoma City Indian Clinic continues to expand its services and reach, the heart of the clinic remains the same—its people. Their resilience, especially during challenging times, is what keeps the clinic moving forward.
Oklahoma City Indian Clinic’s Honorees
- Natalee Knight-Glass, Physician Assistant – 30 Years of Service
- Robin Parker, Director of Policy Development – 30 Years of Service
- Vicki Yackeyonny, Community Health Representative (Retired) – 30 Years of Service
- Katelyn Bant, PA – Peer Recognition Award
- Dr. Natalie Frasier, Lead Dentist – Merit Award
- Casey McCullough, Integrated Pharmacist – Individual Area Impact Award
- OKCIC Pharmacy Team – Group Customer Service Award
- OKCIC Sterilization Team – Group Patient Safety Award
- Yvette Morrison, Pharmacy Clinic Manager (Retired) – Healthcare Leadership Award
- Lysa Ross, Chief Operating Officer – Lifetime Achievement Award
Congratulations to all of this year’s award winners!
Earlier this year, Skyler Factor, Dental Clinic Manager, won the Dental Pulp Award at the OKC Area IHS Annual Dental Conference; and Yvette Morrison, Pharmacy Clinic Manager, won the IHS Kris D. Hunley Customer Service Award. Finally, for the second year in a row, the Pharmacy Team won the IHS Oklahoma City Area’s 2025 Large Pharmacy of the Year.
