SWOK Area Health Education Center

SWOK Area Health Education Center SW-AHEC enhances the state's healthcare workforce to improve primary care access in underserved areas

SW-AHEC strengthens the state's health care workforce by recruiting, training, and retaining health professionals committed to increasing access to primary care in underserved urban and rural communities.

Let’s show some love for Monica Martinez, a fantastic student from Macarthur High School who is interning with the Nursi...
11/10/2025

Let’s show some love for Monica Martinez, a fantastic student from Macarthur High School who is interning with the Nursing Department! Monica is getting vital exposure to the compassion and hard work that goes into patient care.

💖 Fun Fact! Monica drives a pink truck! We love that she brings her personality and passion to everything she does.

Meet our Scholar, Brandi Shallow, a future Registered Nurse graduating in 2026! 🩺 Why Rural OK? Brandi has a powerful re...
11/07/2025

Meet our Scholar, Brandi Shallow, a future Registered Nurse graduating in 2026!

🩺 Why Rural OK? Brandi has a powerful reason for serving: "I want to be part of the solution—helping to close those gaps, build trust, and make a real difference in people’s lives. It’s about providing compassionate care close to home."

🌟 Favorite thing about AHEC Scholars? For Brandi, it's the support and connection! She enjoys being part of a group that encourages each other and shares the same passion for community-focused healthcare.

Ready to set your healthcare resume apart? Check out our AHEC Scholars Program! This is a FREE, two-year certificate pro...
11/05/2025

Ready to set your healthcare resume apart? Check out our AHEC Scholars Program! This is a FREE, two-year certificate program designed for current health professions students who are serious about tackling health disparities in our region. You’ll gain 160 hours of enhanced training in topics like cultural competency and interprofessional care. Learn more 👉 https://www.ccmhhealth.com/southwest-oklahoma-area-health-education-center/

Meet Hope Cho, a bright student from Eisenhower High School who is getting real-world experience interning in the Emerge...
11/03/2025

Meet Hope Cho, a bright student from Eisenhower High School who is getting real-world experience interning in the Emergency Department! Interning in the Emergency Department is an incredible chance to see a wide variety of medical cases and watch interprofessional collaboration in action.

🖐️ Fun Fact! Hope is a lefty! (Only about 10% of the world is, so she's already unique!)

Happy Halloween from the SW AHEC team!
10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from the SW AHEC team!

Let's give a warm welcome to our next intern, Martin Ramon Varela from MacArthur High School! Martin is exploring the wo...
10/29/2025

Let's give a warm welcome to our next intern, Martin Ramon Varela from MacArthur High School! Martin is exploring the world of medical imaging as an intern in our Radiology department. Outside of the hospital, Martin is an avid runner.

It’s never too early to think about your future! We work with local high schools to help students find their path in hea...
10/27/2025

It’s never too early to think about your future! We work with local high schools to help students find their path in healthcare. From scholarships to career guidance, we’re here to help you get from the classroom to a rewarding career.

Meet Izabella Lane, another amazing intern from MacArthur High School! Izabella is spending her time learning the ropes ...
10/24/2025

Meet Izabella Lane, another amazing intern from MacArthur High School! Izabella is spending her time learning the ropes in the Emergency Room. Beyond her internship, Izabella has a huge heart for giving back—she has over 300 hours of community service! We're lucky to have such a dedicated and caring person on our team.

Healthcare in rural areas comes with its own unique challenges, but also incredible rewards. Our programs are designed t...
10/23/2025

Healthcare in rural areas comes with its own unique challenges, but also incredible rewards. Our programs are designed to support professionals who are passionate about making sure everyone, no matter where they live, has access to quality care. We're proud to be part of the solution for a healthier Southwest Oklahoma!

We’re proud to be a part of the “Student to Health Care Professional Pipeline”! We love working with local high schools ...
10/21/2025

We’re proud to be a part of the “Student to Health Care Professional Pipeline”! We love working with local high schools to show students all the amazing career paths available in healthcare. From nurses and doctors to physical therapists and technicians, there’s a place for everyone to make a real impact.

Our next intern is Addison Bratzler, a senior from MacArthur High School! Addison has a passion for patient care and is ...
10/17/2025

Our next intern is Addison Bratzler, a senior from MacArthur High School! Addison has a passion for patient care and is interested in the postpartum and labor and delivery departments. And here's a sweet fact about her: her favorite cake is tiramisu! We're so glad she's with us this semester, learning more about the healthcare field.

Navigating the complexities of pain management and the opioid crisis can be a challenge. We've partnered with Pri-Med to...
10/15/2025

Navigating the complexities of pain management and the opioid crisis can be a challenge. We've partnered with Pri-Med to bring you the P.A.C.T. Update: Practical Approaches to Comprehensive Treatment of Pain course.

This is a great opportunity to gain valuable insights from expert faculty and earn up to 4 hours of FREE CME credit. Plus, this course satisfies state requirements and the DEA MATE ACT training requirement. Register now using the QR code below!

Address

3401 W Gore Boulevard
Lawton, OK
73505

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+15806997353

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