Oklahoma City– Oklahoma City Indian Clinic proudly celebrated the exceptional dedication and accomplishments of its staff members at the 20th Annual Oklahoma City Area Director’s Indian Health Service, Tribal, Urban Awards Ceremony. The event, held at the Chickasaw Nation Community Center, recognized the individual and team efforts that contribute to the improvement of Indian Health Service, Tribal and Urban Health programs.
Esteemed members from Oklahoma City Indian Clinic who were acknowledged for their outstanding contributions include:
- Oklahoma City Indian Clinic Communication Team- Exceptional Group Performance award (non-clinical)
- The Missed Call Project Team- Area Director’s Group Excellence in Customer Service Award.
- Elizabeth Yates- Peer Recognition (Urban)
- Skyler Factor- Merit Award (Urban)
- James Foreman-Excellence in Customer Service Award (Urban)
- Dr. Janice Hixson- Area Director’s Health Care Leadership Award
James Foreman, a social services specialist at Oklahoma City Indian Clinic’s Public Health Department, who was honored for his excellence in customer service says “seeing this event lets me know that I actually am doing great work.” Foreman Said. “ I was nervous about coming here but after seeing it, it’s just needed.”
Oklahoma City Indian Clinic takes immense pride in the remarkable work carried out by its dedicated staff. Their unwavering commitment to advancing Native health care and providing outstanding services to the community remains an integral part of the clinic’s mission to be the national model for American Indian health care.
“We are immensely proud of our amazing and wonderful staff. This event and their awards serve as a testament to the meaningful impact our work has on the lives of our patients,” said John Daugherty Jr, Oklahoma City Indian Clinic’s board of directors treasurer.
About Oklahoma City Indian Clinic
Oklahoma City Indian Clinic was established in 1974 to provide excellent health care and wellness services to American Indians in central Oklahoma. The clinic staff cares for more than 21,000 patients from over 220 federally recognized tribes every year. American Indians can receive a range of services, including medical, dental, pediatrics, prenatal, pharmacy, optometry, physical fitness, nutrition, family programs and behavioral health services. For more information, please call (405) 948-4900 or visit www.okcic.com.