Oklahoma State Medical Association

03/05/2026

A winning night for a good cause! 🎲 Thank you to everyone who joined us for our casino night fundraiser, Ante Up! It was an incredible evening of games, great food and even better company, all in support of the OSMA Foundation and its Physician Wellness Program.

03/03/2026

🥼 Your voice is needed at Medicine Day 2026! Bring your white coat and join us next Tuesday, March 10, for a full day of medical advocacy.

Medicine Day kicks off at 1:30 p.m. with a legislative update and legislator meet and greets at the Oklahoma State Capitol, followed by an evening reception at the historic Harn Homestead from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. with music by the Jared Deck Band.

For more information and to register, visit my.okmed.org/medicineday2026

03/02/2026

Where you live shouldn’t determine the quality of your health care, but current policy is making it harder for doctors to practice in rural Oklahoma. It’s not OK.

As rural hospitals and clinics are forced to close their doors, Dr. Elizabeth Saladin sees the real-world impact on Oklahoma families.

Oklahoma State Medical Association is fighting to save rural health care, advocating at the Capitol for Medicaid funding and policy changes that will keep physicians working in rural communities.

Stand with Oklahoma’s rural physicians: join OSMA today. Learn more at my.okmed.org/RuralPhysicians

02/26/2026

You’re invited to an unforgettable night at the Oklahoma State Medical Association 2026 Presidential Inaugural! Join us at the Oklahoma City Golf & Country Club the evening of Friday, April 17, as we honor OSMA's incoming President Julie Strebel, M.D., as well as new OSMA Alliance President Karen Gunderson and the winners of the OSMA Board Awards.

Enjoy an evening filled with celebration, camaraderie, and inspiration as you mingle with fellow medical professionals. Register today: My.okmed.org/ING2026

02/25/2026

FreshRx Oklahoma has 100 open slots for their program in Tulsa and are looking to reach more providers who may have patients struggling with Type 2 Diabetes.

The program provides:
• Biweekly prescriptions for fresh, locally grown produce (Free food for 1-year)
• Nutrition and culinary medicine education
• Clinical monitoring support (A1c, weight, blood pressure)
• Ongoing patient engagement and care coordination

They make referrals simple for providers and handle enrollment, follow-up, and reporting. The goal of Fresh RX is to serve as a supportive extension of clinical care — helping patients translate medical advice into daily food choices.

Providers can learn more or refer patients directly at FreshRxOK.org.

02/24/2026

Your OSMA membership works hard, just like you! Beyond professional benefits, such as free and discounted CME, physician wellness programs, updates on important industry news, as well as vital advocacy at the Capitol, your membership unlocks Member Perks you and your family can enjoy at businesses and attractions throughout Oklahoma!

Right now, OSMA members can take advantage of special savings at Planet Fitness and the YMCA. Visit My.okmed.org/perks to learn more.

02/20/2026

93% of patients say it’s important for their physician to be involved in diagnosis and treatment decisions. Yet increasingly, bureaucratic red tape is leaving physicians out of health care decisions.

Physicians and patients are finding themselves at the mercy of health insurer’s prior authorization approvals. Oklahoma State Medical Association is working to change the system to get back to the way it should be, so patients and doctors can make the best health care decisions. Learn more: www.drawthecurtain.com

02/20/2026

States across the country are taking measures to limit AI's use by health insurers. Read more: https://bit.ly/4tEDfUh

In Oklahoma, the legislature has taken steps to curb health insurance overreach, but much more needs to be done. Join the fight at drawthecurtain.com

A revolt is afoot in both red and blue states against the use of artificial intelligence in health insurance determinations — and against efforts led by President Donald Trump to tie states’ hands.

02/19/2026

Keeping Oklahoma's kids safe is not a partisan issue. New polling shows an overwhelming majority of voters oppose weakening school vaccination standards.

As infectious diseases like measles and whooping cough resurge, keeping strong immunization requirements in Oklahoma is critical for keeping communities safe, yet bills aimed at weakening Oklahoma’s school immunization protections are in the Senate Health and Human Services Committee. Now is the time to act.

Your voice can make a real difference in protecting the health and safety of all Oklahoma children. Call (405) 524-0126 or email members of this committee today: https://bit.ly/4bM6j5T

We need your help to urge legislators to stand with the overwhelming majority of Oklahomans who support protecting the health of our children.

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02/18/2026

📅 Don't miss OSMA's Annual Meeting April 17-18, 2026, in Oklahoma City. Visit our 2026 OSMA Annual Meeting Page for more info on the weekend's events: https://bit.ly/4kLwXyc

02/16/2026

OSMA Member George Monks, M.D., was quoted in a recent KFOR story about SB 1306, proposed legislation designed to limit prescription reauthorization by insurers. Read the full story: https://bit.ly/4awDjwz

Oklahoma lawmakers are hoping to ease prescription problems. Many Oklahomans are forced to wait when insurance companies require repeated authorizations for medication.

02/14/2026

OSMA ❤️ Oklahoma’s Physicians and Medical Students

You show up for patients every day. We show up for you, so you can do more of what you love.

With member benefits like advocacy at the Capitol, networking opportunities and meaningful CME resources, we're your perfect match. Discover all the ways OSMA works for you at okmed.org

Med students: you'll love the OSMA Student Social on Thursday, Feb. 26 at 6 p.m. Come hang out at Parlor in OKC to meet physicians and connect with other med students outside the classroom. Complimentary food and beverages, exciting raffle prizes and the opportunity to learn more about OSMA; what's not to love? RSVP today: https://bit.ly/4cp8PPA