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Osage Nation Health System The Osage Nation Health System (ONHS) is a strong and culturally vibrant tribal healthcare system.

Direct services are available to all eligible Native Americans and referred care is allowable to those residing within the Osage Nation Reservation, Kay, Grant, Noble, Payne and Garfield Counties

National Diabetes Education Week - November 2–8, 2026Knowledge Is Prevention. Education Is Empowerment. Healthier Commun...
11/04/2026

National Diabetes Education Week - November 2–8, 2026

Knowledge Is Prevention. Education Is Empowerment. Healthier Communities Begin With Us.

During National Diabetes Education Week, Osage Nation Health System (ONHS) is raising awareness about diabetes prevention, early detection, and management, with a special focus on the health and well-being of Native American communities.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), American Indian and Alaska Native adults experience some of the highest rates of diagnosed diabetes in the United States.

Diabetes continues to disproportionately affect Native communities, making education, prevention, and access to quality healthcare critical to improving health outcomes.

*Small Steps Can Make a Big Difference!

-Know Your Numbers: Regular blood sugar screenings and A1C testing can help identify prediabetes and diabetes early.

-Make Healthier Food Choices: Balanced meals, nutritious foods, and reducing added sugars can help support blood sugar management.

-Stay Active: Walking, dancing, gardening, and other physical activities can help improve overall health.

-Know Your Family History: Understanding your risk factors can help you take preventive action.

-Take Charge of Your Health: Regular medical visits, medication management, and diabetes education can help prevent complications.

Stronger Native Communities. Healthier Future Generations.

The impact of diabetes in Native communities is significant, but it does not have to determine our future. By increasing awareness, improving access to care, and empowering individuals with the knowledge and resources to manage their health, we can work toward reducing diabetes-related health disparities.

At Osage Nation Health System, we are committed to improving health outcomes and ensuring our people have the resources, education, and support needed to live healthier lives.

🎉 Calling all elders ages 55+! Join Osage Nation Health System Senior Services for an afternoon of Bingo, fun, and prize...
11/04/2026

🎉 Calling all elders ages 55+! Join Osage Nation Health System Senior Services for an afternoon of Bingo, fun, and prizes!

📍 Pawhuska: Tuesday, November 17, at 1:30 p.m.
Osage Nation Elder Nutrition Site

📍 Fairfax: Monday, November 30, at 1:30 p.m.
Osage Nation Elder Nutrition Site

Come enjoy time with friends and a chance to win! 🎱

🎃 ONHS October Town Hall | Learning, Laughter & Employee Recognition! 🏆The Osage Nation Health System (ONHS) October Tow...
10/31/2026

🎃 ONHS October Town Hall | Learning, Laughter & Employee Recognition! 🏆

The Osage Nation Health System (ONHS) October Town Hall brought employees together for a day of professional development, recognition, and a little Halloween fun!

👻 Halloween Festivities & Team Spirit

ONHS employees embraced the Halloween spirit, showing off their costumes, sharing plenty of laughs, and connecting with colleagues. It was a wonderful reminder that building a positive workplace culture includes making time for fun and camaraderie!

🧠 Supporting Mental Health in Native Communities

A highlight of the Town Hall was a special presentation by Dr. Daryl Tonemah, organized by the ONHS Prevention Program.

Dr. Tonemah presented "When the Floor Falls Away: Supporting Native Youth, Families, & Caregivers Through Depression, Suicidality, and Recovery."

The presentation addressed important mental health challenges facing Native youth and families, emphasizing the importance of understanding, compassion, and community support. We appreciate Dr. Tonemah for sharing his knowledge and the ONHS Prevention Program for coordinating this valuable learning opportunity.

🏆 Celebrating Our Outstanding Employees!

During the Town Hall, we also recognized employees whose dedication, leadership, and commitment to excellence make a meaningful difference throughout our health system.

🌟 EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH

August 2026: Katie Weigant | Diabetes Department

September 2026: Arleata J. Snell | Business Office

October 2026: Jamie Miles | Optometry

🏅 SPECIAL LEADERSHIP AWARD

August 2026: Crystal Standing Bear | Nursing

September 2026: Bruce Bowles | Public Health Nursing

October 2026: Kolton Stark | Accounting

💙 UNSUNG HERO AWARD

August 2026: Maddux Standing Bear | Business Office

September 2026: Brandi Calkins | Nursing

October 2026: Danielle Greyeyes | Patient Registration

👏 Congratulations to All Our Award Recipients!

These individuals exemplify the dedication, teamwork, leadership, and compassion that contribute to ONHS's Culture of Caring. We are grateful for their hard work and the positive impact they make on our patients, coworkers, and communities.

Thank you to everyone who participated in our October Town Hall and helped make it a memorable gathering filled with learning, appreciation, and laughter!

Together, we continue building a stronger team and healthier communities! ❤️

🎉 Celebrating Professional Excellence at Osage Nation Health System!Osage Nation Health System (ONHS) proudly congratula...
10/31/2026

🎉 Celebrating Professional Excellence at Osage Nation Health System!

Osage Nation Health System (ONHS) proudly congratulates Kacie Myers, RT(R)(M)(T), ARRT, on successfully passing her Mammography Registry Examination and earning her Mammography (M) credential! 🩷

This accomplishment required dedication, extensive training, and hands-on clinical experience. Kacie completed 40 hours of classroom instruction and performed 200 mammograms within six months to fulfill the requirements necessary to sit for the registry examination.

Earning this credential reflects Kacie's commitment to professional growth, excellence in medical imaging, and providing quality care to the patients and communities we serve.

At ONHS, we celebrate employees who pursue opportunities to expand their knowledge and strengthen the healthcare services available to our communities.

👏 Congratulations, Kacie! We are proud of your hard work and this outstanding achievement!

🎃👻 Have a Safe & Spooktacular Halloween! 🦇🍬Halloween is a time for costumes, candy, and fun! As families prepare for ton...
10/30/2026

🎃👻 Have a Safe & Spooktacular Halloween! 🦇🍬

Halloween is a time for costumes, candy, and fun! As families prepare for tonight’s festivities, the Osage Nation Health System encourages everyone to make safety a priority.

Whether you’re trick-or-treating, attending Halloween parties, or visiting haunted attractions, a few simple precautions can help keep everyone safe.

🧡 Keep these safety tips in mind:

🎃 Trick-or-Treat Safely: Accompany young children, stay in well-lit areas, and use flashlights or reflective accessories to stay visible.

🍬 Check the Candy: Remind children to wait until a parent or guardian has inspected their treats before eating them.

🧙 Choose Safe Costumes: Make sure costumes fit properly, allow clear vision, and don’t create tripping hazards.

👻 Prevent Accidents: Keep walkways clear and well-lit, and use battery-operated candles instead of open flames.

🐈‍⬛ Protect Your Pets: Keep pets indoors and away from Halloween candy, especially chocolate and products containing xylitol.

🚗 Watch for Little Ghosts and Goblins: Drivers should slow down, stay alert, and use extra caution in neighborhoods where children are trick-or-treating.

💜 Halloween should be full of treats, not trips to the emergency room!

From all of us at Osage Nation Health System, we wish you and your family a fun, happy, and SAFE Halloween! 🎃🧡

🏆 ONHS Leadership Celebrates Excellence at Tribal Finance ConferenceOsage Nation Health System (ONHS) proudly congratula...
10/30/2026

🏆 ONHS Leadership Celebrates Excellence at Tribal Finance Conference

Osage Nation Health System (ONHS) proudly congratulates Chief Executive Officer Mark Rogers, MAL, CHC, FACHE, FACMPE, on receiving the Founding Members Legacy Award at the Oklahoma Tribal Finance Consortium's (OTFC) 10th Anniversary Gala!

The award recognizes Rogers' longstanding dedication, leadership, and contributions to the consortium and its mission. Rogers also participated as a distinguished panelist, joining fellow Tribal health leaders to discuss Tribal self-governance, organizational development, and strategic leadership.

Joining Rogers at the conference were Chief Operating Officer Dr. Kirk Shaw; Director of Grants & Compliance Megan Mays, MBA, CGMS; and Grants Management Specialist Dr. Bridget Walker.

ONHS celebrates this well-deserved recognition and our leadership team's continued commitment to strengthening Tribal healthcare, advancing organizational excellence, and supporting the communities we serve.

👏 Congratulations, Mr. Rogers!

💊 American Pharmacists Month | Employee SpotlightThis October, Osage Nation Health System is celebrating the dedicated p...
10/29/2026

💊 American Pharmacists Month | Employee Spotlight

This October, Osage Nation Health System is celebrating the dedicated pharmacy professionals who play an essential role in patient care!

🌟 Meet Malorie Pease, PharmD, MBA – Clinical Pharmacist

Malorie joined the WahZhaZhe Health Center in 2020, bringing five years of previous clinical pharmacy experience from Jane Phillips Medical Center.

A 2015 graduate of Southwestern Oklahoma State University, Malorie holds a Doctor of Pharmacy and a Master of Business Administration.

Inspired by her father, who is also a pharmacist, Malorie pursued a career dedicated to helping others improve their health and wellness.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Colton, and their two daughters, running, cheering on Oklahoma State athletics, and enjoying buggy rides with her family.

💙 Thank you, Malorie, for your dedication to our patients and the communities we serve!

🦷 October is National Dental Hygiene Month! Celebrating Healthy Smiles and the Professionals Behind ThemDid you know tha...
10/29/2026

🦷 October is National Dental Hygiene Month! Celebrating Healthy Smiles and the Professionals Behind Them

Did you know that maintaining good oral health is about much more than having a healthy smile? Your oral health plays an important role in your overall health and well-being!

Each October, National Dental Hygiene Month raises awareness about the importance of preventive dental care, encourages healthy oral hygiene habits, and recognizes the dedicated dental hygienists who help patients maintain healthier teeth and gums.

At Osage Nation Health System (ONHS), we are proud to recognize two members of our Dental Department whose work contributes to healthier patients and stronger communities!

🌟 Employee Spotlight: Ciera Moses, RDH, BSDH, BS

Ciera joined ONHS in August 2023 and serves as a Registered Dental Hygienist. Her responsibilities include providing preventive dental care and educating patients on proper oral hygiene to support long-term dental health.

🌟 Employee Spotlight: Rebecca Jones, BS, RDH

Rebecca has served as a Registered Dental Hygienist with ONHS for 4½ years. Through preventive dental care and patient education, she helps individuals take important steps to maintain oral health and prevent dental disease.

💙 Why Is Dental Hygiene So Important?

Good oral hygiene does more than prevent cavities and bad breath. Research has demonstrated important connections between oral health and overall wellness.

🦷 Prevents Gum Disease: Regular brushing, flossing, and professional dental cleanings help prevent gingivitis and periodontal disease, which can lead to tooth loss if left untreated.

❤️ Supports Heart Health: Research has identified an association between periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease. Healthy gums are an important part of overall health.

🩺 Helps Manage Diabetes: Individuals with diabetes are at greater risk of developing gum disease, and untreated gum disease can make blood sugar more difficult to manage.

😁 Promotes Early Detection: Routine dental visits allow dental professionals to identify early signs of tooth decay, gum disease, and other oral health concerns before they become more serious.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Encourages Lifelong Healthy Habits: Establishing good oral hygiene practices early in life helps children and adults maintain healthier teeth and gums as they age.

✨ Simple Steps Toward Better Oral Health
✔️ Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste.
✔️ Floss at least once a day.
✔️ Limit sugary foods and beverages.
✔️ Avoid to***co products.
✔️ Schedule regular dental examinations and professional cleanings.
✔️ Seek dental care if you experience bleeding gums, persistent bad breath, or tooth pain.

💙 Recognizing the Professionals Behind Healthy Smiles

Dental hygienists are essential members of the healthcare team. Beyond providing professional cleanings, they educate patients, identify potential oral health concerns, and help prevent dental disease through early intervention and individualized care.

This National Dental Hygiene Month, ONHS extends its appreciation to Rebecca Jones, Ciera Moses, and our entire Dental Department for their dedication to preventive care, patient education, and the health of the communities we serve.

Healthy Smiles. Healthy Families. Healthier Communities.

The Osage Nation Health System recognizes and appreciates Terry Evans's service during her retirement awards presentatio...
10/28/2026

The Osage Nation Health System recognizes and appreciates Terry Evans's service during her retirement awards presentation at the SSAPT Special Board meeting on the 23rd of October. Terry has served her tribe in the Indian Health Service and at the Bureau of Indian Affairs for approximately 50 years, celebrating a life of service and care for Native American families. She will be missed by the staff, the health board, and Administration. We wish her well in any future endeavors and a healthy, happy retirement well deserved after her years of faithful service!

📢 RESEARCH STUDY OPPORTUNITYWe are sharing this research opportunity on behalf of researchers investigating the impact o...
10/28/2026

📢 RESEARCH STUDY OPPORTUNITY

We are sharing this research opportunity on behalf of researchers investigating the impact of commercial cigarette smoking on health and physiology among Native American adults.

Participants may qualify if they:
• Identify as Native American
• Smoke ci******es daily
• Are 18 years of age or older

The study includes two in-person visits to assess physiology, and eligible participants may receive up to $520 in compensation.

This is an independent research study and is not an Osage Nation Health System program or study. We are sharing this information as a community resource for those who may be interested.

For eligibility and additional information, please scan the QR code on the flyer or contact the research team directly:

📞 918-660-3048
📧 [email protected]

The study is IRB approved by the Indian Health Service – Oklahoma City Area Office and the University of Oklahoma Health Campus.

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316 East Main Street
Pawhuska, OK
74056

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 12pm - 4:30pm
Thursday 7am - 4:30pm
Friday 7am - 4:30pm

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+19182879300

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