INTEGRIS Health

04/05/2026

Happy Easter from all of us at INTEGRIS Health!

To all of our patients, caregivers, providers and physicians, we wish you a joyful and restful holiday. We hope your day is filled with happiness and time spent with loved ones. 💚

04/04/2026

Mitchell Maddox, M.D., chose family medicine because of its foundation in long-term relationships. After exploring several paths early on, including engineering, he discovered his calling while volunteering at a free clinic, where he saw firsthand the compassion and fulfillment family medicine physicians shared with their patients.

Today, Dr. Maddox values creating a safe, welcoming space where patients feel comfortable being vulnerable and open about their health. He believes care works best when it’s collaborative, taking time to listen, build trust and develop clear plans that align with each patient’s goals.

For Dr. Maddox, being approachable matters. He wants every patient to leave feeling heard, informed and confident moving forward, knowing they always have a partner in their care.

To learn more or schedule an appointment with Dr. Maddox, visit https://integrishealth.org/doctors/mitchell-maddox

04/03/2026

Physicians from INTEGRIS Health Baptist Medical Center were excited to participate in the Oklahoma City Thoracic Oncology Symposium on April 2 at The National to discuss Building a Thoracic Oncology Program.

Tyler Hood, CHE, Nathaniel Moulton, M.D., Clay Reed, M.D., Dan Freno, M.D., Michelle Rainey, VP and Wins Mathew, Director, led a panel and had the opportunity collaborate with leaders from across the country.

In Oklahoma, lung cancer remains one of the most serious health burdens, with the state consistently ranking among the worst in the nation for incidence, survival, early detection and screening.

The INTEGRIS Health Thoracic Oncology program is dedicated to impacting incidences of unidentified lung cancer cases, early detection and caring for more Oklahomans. Learn more here https://bit.ly/48orWGG.

04/03/2026

INTEGRIS Health’s CEO, Timothy Pehrson, values time spent with caregivers and routinely visits units and departments throughout the INTEGRIS Health system. Several of these interactions are documented in a series we call, “Not So Undercover Boss."

For this month’s episode, Mr. Pehrson shadows Janice Gonzalez, a medical assistant at INTEGRIS Health Medical Group Memorial West, gaining firsthand experience by helping her assign patients to their designated rooms, take vital signs and manage the daily flow of patient care. Take a look!

04/02/2026

During National Donate Life Month, INTEGRIS Health is proud to honor those who have saved lives through the gift of organ donation and encourage others to register as donors.

On April 10, we invite you to attend a special ceremony to celebrate survivors, donors and our care teams at INTEGRIS Health Nazih Zuhdi Transplant Institute and the INTEGRIS Health Heart Hospital Advanced Cardiopulmonary Care program.

⏰ Time: 2 p.m.
📅 Date: Friday, April 10
📌 Place: Flagpole at Main Entrance of INTEGRIS Health Baptist Medical Center or in conference rooms F, G and H in the case of inclement weather.
🧢 Attire: Please wear blue or green to show support for Donate Life Month.

We hope to see you there! To learn how to become an organ, eye or tissue donor, please visit LifeShareRegistry.org or call 800-826-LIFE.

04/01/2026

From 2020 to 2022, the prevalence of irritable bowel syndrome nearly doubled. The symptoms that come with IBS, like digestive discomfort and abdominal pain, can result in a major decrease in quality of life.

If you’re experiencing problems with your digestive health and haven’t received a diagnosis of IBS yet, this guide will help you decide if it’s worth seeing a doctor. We’ll go over the common symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome, the different types of IBS and lifestyle changes you can make that might help you ease your symptoms.
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Since 2020, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) diagnoses in the United States have continued to go up. From 2020-2022, the prevalence of IBS nearly doubled. The symptoms that come with IBS, like digestive discomfort and abdominal pain, can result in a major decrease in quality of life.

03/31/2026

As we wrap up Women's History Month, we honor the compassion, resilience and dedication of women across INTEGRIS Health. 💚

From the front lines to innovative patient care, women continue to shape the future of health in every way.

We're proud to honor women across every corner of care today and every day.

03/30/2026

We were excited to host the Thoracic Oncology Mobile Experience last week, a hands-on, on-site event that brought innovative lung cancer technologies directly to our INTEGRIS Health Southwest Medical Center campus.

Attendees explored minimally invasive solutions, from lung biopsy to intervention, and experienced the da Vinci system firsthand inside a mobile experience unit, all designed to support better outcomes for patients.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this event a success! Together, we will continue advancing care through collaboration and innovation.

03/30/2026

Today, INTEGRIS Health is proud to celebrate the dedication, compassion and expertise of the physicians who care for our community every day.

From early mornings to late nights, your commitment to healing, comforting and partnering with people to live healthier lives does not go unnoticed.

Happy National Doctors’ Day! 💚

03/29/2026

Getting enough sleep during pregnancy can be a challenge. As your body changes, finding a comfortable position becomes more and more difficult. Wondering about safe sleep positions during pregnancy?

We speak to Lela Cupp, APRN, a certified nurse midwife at INTEGRIS Health Medical Group Women’s Woodward, to learn more.
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Getting enough sleep during pregnancy can be a challenge. As your body changes, finding a comfortable position becomes more and more difficult. Wondering about safe sleep positions during pregnancy?

03/29/2026

Trusted care starts with informed choices. 💚

Medicare Advantage plans can help seniors access coordinated care networks, added benefits and support services. We at INTEGRIS Health encourage our Medicare patients to explore their options and choose a plan that aligns with their health goals.

To learn more about your options through March 31, visit https://bit.ly/46amOF3.

03/28/2026

Melissa Harris, D.O., specializes in hyperbaric medicine and wound care, helping patients heal through advanced treatments that deliver oxygen directly to injured tissue. By using pressurized oxygen therapy, she supports the body’s natural healing process and helps patients recover from chronic wounds and other complex conditions.

What Dr. Harris loves most about her work is the relationships she builds along the way. Seeing patients weekly allows her to truly get to know them, understand what matters most in their lives and partner with them throughout their healing journey. She believes every patient deserves to feel heard, supported and cared for by a team that is fully invested in their outcome.

Dr. Harris hopes every patient leaves feeling encouraged, empowered and knowing they have a team cheering them on. From education to laughter-filled clinic visits, she works to create a positive, compassionate environment where healing can truly happen.

To learn more about Dr. Harris, visit https://integrishealth.org/doctors/melissa-harris