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When body and mind are in sync, your entire being feels it. A new year prompts new possibilities. We turned to the experts, gathering practical and inspiring advice.
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Off to a Strong Start W E L C OM E T O 2 0 2 4! T H E BE GI N N I NG OF A N E W Y E A R IS always so refreshing. I don’t know about you, but 2023 was full and fabulous, and left me satisfied yet exhausted. Our family is looking forward to a slower season over the next few months. I’m not one to make strict resolutions. More power to you Enneagram 3s — wink wink — but I’ll forgo the 75 Hard and fitness bootcamps any day in favor of general and consistent wellness. As Bruce Lee said, “Long-term consistency trumps short-term intensity.” For the entirety of my adult life, my outdoor milea-day walk with my dogs has been my sanity. The combination of the oxygen, movement and immersion in nature melts away stress. That in combination with meditation in the morning and stretching in the evening helps me feel like the best version of myself. For our annual healthy living issue, we hope to motivate your body and mind with a set of 24 well-rounded and easily implemented tips. Evie Klopp Holzer sat down with three local experts — a registered dietician, fitness director and licensed professional counselor — to help compile the list. We think you’ll find their insights both practical and inspiring (pg. 29). We are also delighted to bring you the always helpful and informative Top Doctors list. These health care professionals who practice in the 405 have been recommended by their peers and are sorted by specialty area (pg. 38). Also in this issue you will meet a pharmacist with a remarkable side passion as a successful romance author (pg. 20) and an eco-conscious jewelry maker creating pieces that will last generations (pg. 82). Over in Arts, we feature six incredible OKC sculptures, including two hotly anticipated new ones that are sure to have tourists and locals flocking for a photo opp (pg. 80). For dining this month, we take an inside look at the upscale new restaurant in The Village everyone in town is buzzing about (pg. 72) and offer up enticing healthy alternatives in the form of mocktails (pg. 76) and vegetarian delights (pg. 74). I hope this issue encourages you to find wellness, whatever that looks like in your life. Let’s have a great year. Sincerely,
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A L L I S O N A S H L E Y, B O R N A N D raised in Oklahoma, didn’t grow up dreaming of becoming a writer. “I always said I wanted to be a neurosurgeon,” she laughed. But a few years after getting a doctorate degree in pharmacology from the University of Oklahoma, she began to read for pleasure again. Soon after, she began to write her own stories. Ashley released her fourth book, The Romance Pact, in August of this year. She’s known for writing warm, witty characters who often work in the medical field, as she does — with no plans to quit her day job. “I love working as an oncology pharmacist so much. I can’t imagine not doing it,” she said. Balancing her writing life with a career and family has caused Ashley to make some adjustments. “I write my novels under a pen name. I also write professionally in pharmacology literature, and I didn’t want my colleagues searching for my articles and stumbling upon my romance novels. But people at work know what I do now. It’s not such a big deal anymore,” she explained. “I love my job and I love my kids, but when they were very young, I had the sense that I had lost myself. Writing was a thing I could do when they went to sleep. Of course, now they are not going to sleep as early,” she laughed. “I’ve had to be more creative about when I find time.” After Ashley started writing and publishing books, she learned that her paternal grandmother had been a writer as well. Her dad brought her magazines published in the 1950s called Confidential Confessions containing steamy stories for women, many written by her grandmother under a pen name. That writing had been a well-kept
“My books and others in this genre remind us [that] inherently, love will win in the end.” family secret, which led Ashley to think about the stigma around romance writing. “The genre continues to evolve. Today, romance novels are often about characters learning how to love themselves. It is more about what it means to be genuine and how to exist in a relationship where two people can communicate in a healthy way. Authors are including things like therapy in romance novels now. People learning to love themselves so that they can learn how to be in a healthy relationship; we are seeing that more in romance novels. In the past, there was one type of person trying to find love. Now romance novels are open to every type of person — every body type, all sexualities, characters representing the whole spectrum.”
The author also spoke with conviction about one of the most criticized aspects of romance novels: “I know that when I turn the last page of a romance novel, I will feel hopeful. There is not a lot in today’s world that can offer that. That is why a lot of readers come back to romance time and again. The ride will be different with every book — the character will be different, the path they take will be new — but the book will always end with hope. “A romance novel should have a happy-ever-after. That is a true element of the genre. For that reason, many will ask, ‘Why read a story when you know how it will end?’ I would answer them this way: There is so much happening right now, so many tragedies, so very little that we can control. My books and others in this genre remind us [that] inherently, love will win in the end.” Allison Ashley’s books are available at Bookshop.org as well as other online book sellers. She loves to promote and work with indie bookstores — ask your favorite local bookshop if they carry her titles.
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W H E N 4 0 5 M AG A Z I N E E DI T OR-I N Chief Julie Partin was planning her 40th birthday party, she knew she wanted to go big. She was hoping to find a unique venue with indoor/ outdoor space and where out-of-town guests could stay after the event. After fi rst touring newly opened The Clark, she knew she had found the ideal spot. Party attendees were treated to a sunset cocktail hour with a spectacular view of the downtown OKC skyline, gold and black decor, dinner, custom cake and ice cream, dancing and laughs around the fire pits late into the evening.
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The formal living room features pillows in Lee Jofa floral fabric, designed by Carrier and Company, and Vaughan alabaster lamps from the U.K.
Good Neighbors, Great Design For the Harveys, expertise is a doorstep away BY E V I E K LO P P H O L Z E R | P H O T O S BY S A R A H S T R U N K
S OM E N E IGH BOR S A R E G O OD FOR MOR E T H A N A C U P of sugar. When Diane and Mark Harvey moved into their Nichols Hills home a few years ago, they invited interior designer Bebe MacKellar with Fanny Bolen Interiors to lead the redesign. The Harveys had seen and liked MacKellar’s work, and — as it turned out — MacKellar was extra-familiar with the home they just purchased. “We knew Bebe lived close, but when we found out she was right across the street, it just was an added bonus,” Diane Harvey said. Built in 2001, the classically styled home needed some refreshing by the time the Harveys purchased it in 2020. MacKellar worked alongside architect Mike Hinchey and builder Tom Krone to reconfigure the layout and update every room. Living nearby was incredibly convenient, MacKellar said, as it allowed her to check progress daily. 26
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Before the Harveys found this home, they had considered downsizing, since — while they still have one at home — two of their children had moved away to college. Then they discovered this comfortable-yet-ample home poised on a corner lot, with three bedrooms and a lounge area upstairs that would fit their family perfectly. In the end, they gained 1,600 square feet of living space and the desire to maximize its potential.
Blue abounds in the kitchen with the Walker Zanger tile backsplash Need cutline and Blue Quartzite island.
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The patterned floor, custom vanity and Scalamandre toile wallcovering transformed this powder room.
“It's a wonderful place to come home at night and to rest and have family time, or on the weekends, to have friends over,” said Harvey. “It's just got that warm and inviting feeling. I think that's what we cherish.”
The primary bedroom includes pillows in a Galbraith and Paul hand-printed fabric.
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In the study, all of the wood-toned trim and cabinetry were painted a soft gray.
“It felt like home from the very moment we walked in. We loved the home the way it was,” Harvey said. “Then, when we started working with Bebe and she brought the vision to us, we loved it even more.” “We really saw eye to eye from the beginning,” MacKellar added. “She was receptive and understood what I was proposing. I feel like we had a really excellent relationship from the beginning.” Harvey was drawn to a beautiful blue quartzite from Young Brothers Inc., and it inspired designs for the kitchen and beyond. The kitchen island was redesigned, and a wet bar was added for easy entertaining. 28
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The kitchen layout was reimagined to improve storage and functionality, incorporating new cabinetry, complemented by a gorgeous Walker Zanger tile. In addition, hardwood flooring replaced carpeting and tile to add warmth and create a more cohesive design. The blue color palette applied generously throughout the home reiterates the cohesive feel, flowing seamlessly from room to room. MacKellar selected blues representing the color’s “highs and lows … but all in the same family.” The living room features a soft and soothing blue, while the library presents a deeper hue. The Harveys
love the color family, so the blues really resonate. “I like to think I interpret whatever the client wants and make it in the best way it can be — maybe elevate their taste a little bit more, from a professional standpoint, but using what they’re drawn to as the beginning,” MacKellar said. “She really captured our taste,” Harvey said. “The things she brought to us were right on target, and she brought a new perspective to areas. It was fun and exciting to see it all come together.” With a talented neighbor just steps away, and on call for any additional design needs, the Harveys
have settled comfortably into their elegant and family-friendly home. “It’s a wonderful place to come home at night and to rest and have family time, or on the weekends, to have friends over,” said Harvey. “It’s just got that warm and inviting feeling. I think that’s what we cherish.”
BEST PRACTICES IN NUTRITION, F I T N E S S & M E N TA L H E A LT H
WORDS BY EVIE KLOPP HOLZER PHOTOS BY CHARLIE NEUENSCHWANDER
HEALTHY LIVING is a whole-body, allencompassing concept. The ways we eat, move and think work in tandem, each with the power to lift up — or drag down — the others. Seeking best practices to kick off 2024, we turned to the experts, gathering advice from registered dietician Umo Callins, fitness director Robbi Nartey and licensed professional counselor Karen Plants. We think you’ll find their insights both practical and inspiring. When body and mind are in sync, your entire being feels it, rejoicing in the harmony. A new year prompts new possibilities. Making healthy habits part of our day-to-day living, merrily, we hum along.
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GOOD FOOD, GOOD MOOD Want to feel fantastic from the inside out? Select foods that keep your blood sugar steady. When your blood sugar spikes or plummets, you feel irritable. (Yes, “hangry” is a real thing.) When you have good nutritional habits — including staying ahead of hunger and making healthy food choices — your mind and body function at their highest levels.
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create a healthy plate Here’s an easy visual for meal planning: First, fill one quarter of your plate with lean proteins. Chicken, ground turkey, lean cuts of steak and fish are all great options. And be generous with your quarter; people often don’t get enough protein. Next, fill another quarter with complex carbohydrates, avoiding anything overly processed. Brown rice, beans and sweet potatoes (“loaded” sparingly) add much-needed fiber to the meal. Finally, finish the last half of your plate with colorful vegetables or a mixture of fruits and vegetables, which are full of micronutrients, vitamins and antioxidants. Bon appetit.
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UMO CALLINS is the owner and founder of Well Rooted Health and Nutrition. She is a registered dietitian nutritionist, board-certified sports dietitian, certified personal trainer and pre- and post-natal corrective exercise specialist with more than 10 years of experience. Callins works with clients on weight loss, weight management and nutritional management of diseases and conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease and hormone imbalances.
Treat yourself in moderation
No one is perfect. Holding yourself to a strict, no-frills diet is often unattainable; it just doesn’t align with real life. Your year will be full of gatherings and celebrations, and you should be able to treat yourself on joyous occasions. However, try to savor the
sweet moments in life without going overboard. You don’t have to have five pieces of pie or five margaritas. Food is meant to be enjoyable, so do enjoy — but it’s also meant to be nourishing. Aim for balance.
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THINK OF FOOD AS FUEL Explore your relationship with food. Do you eat when you’re stressed? Excited? Bored? Maybe you’re turning to food for the wrong reasons. Shifting your mindset and intentionally consuming food to fuel your day can shift what and how you eat. If you are hungry, you should tune into your body (which could be “running on empty”) and nourish yourself appropriately. Healthy “fuels” keep us operating at our peak and feeling our best.
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be wary of trends There is a lot of money to be made in the wellness space, and January is prime time for new products, programs and promotions. Before you buy into the latest trend, do your research. Is there evidence to support what someone is trying to sell you?
Is the program offering a sustainable lifestyle change? Who is backing it — a celebrity or a nutritionist? That makes a difference. Make sure it all makes sense, because you don’t want to adopt a new program with adverse effects.
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CELEBR ATE PRO GRESS, NOT PERFECTION Repeat: No one is perfect. Sometimes when we feel we aren’t doing something perfectly, we feel like we shouldn’t do anything at all. Remember to give yourself grace. It takes time to undo unhealthy habits and figure out what works best for your lifestyle. Focus on what you are doing right, and move forward from there. Positive momentum will build. Keep going.
Local businesses that prepare healthy meals put nourishing nutritional choices within reach.
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Chef Curry to Go (chefcurrytogo.com) offers local meal prep subscriptions on a monthly basis, ranging from six to 10 meals per week.
If you’re finding the intention is there, but the execution is not, try buying pre-prepped foods. Many grocery stores package easy-to-grab cut vegetables and fruits, as well as meats that are oven-ready. If you tend to grab whatever is easy when hunger strikes, try buying in bulk and packaging individual portions in advance. With a little forethought and planning, you can make it easy to pull a healthy meal together and set yourself up for success.
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Adopt SMART goals
When outlining your goals, do it in a “SMART” way to prevent getting overwhelmed and discouraged. This acronym stands for goals that are specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and timestamped. Set small goals that align with positive behaviors. Little by little, you can nudge your lifestyle in the right direction.
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DECREASE STRESS TO INCREASE RESULTS When your sympathetic nervous system — your fight-or-flight response — is overactive, you carry that stress (an overproduction of cortisol, stored as fat) in your belly. Take inventory of your stress levels, and take steps to alleviate stress wherever you can. By destressing mentally, physically and emotionally, you open the door to more productive workouts. In fact, healthy movement actually starts with a healthy mindset.
ROBBI NARTEY is the director of fitness at Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club. She has spent 26 years working in the health and fitness industry, previously serving as the studio manager and an instructor at Lifetime Fitness in North Oklahoma City. Nartey is a certified personal trainer, group fitness instructor, nutritionist and pilates instructor. She develops personalized programs for clients based on each person’s unique goals and lifestyle.
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Stop obsessing over the scale When you amp up your fitness routine, don’t measure your success by the number on the scale. Rather, evaluate the effects by how you’re feeling. Have your mood, energy level and sleep improved? That’s a win. You’ll feel the benefits before you see them. Also, remember that when you lose fat, you gain muscle, so your weight may increase. If you must use numbers to track progress, look at your body measurements instead, measuring around your middle, arms and legs every six weeks.
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Stepping into a group class for the first time can be intimidating, but once you get there the energy can inspire you to work harder. Group sessions can keep you on task and hold you accountable, especially if you are meeting up with friends. Groups are a great way to make a workout fun.
The Body Barre (thebodybarre.com) is a thriving group exercise community located in downtown Edmond. Classes include barre, yoga, dance fitness and high-energy aerobic toning. Myriad Gardens (myriadgardens.org) offers free yoga sessions where you can revel in the camaraderie and the beauty of your natural surroundings. If running is more your speed, Red Coyote Running and Fitness (redcoyoterunning.com) offers training sessions for all levels, based out of its Classen Curve location. If you're new to running, this is a great place to start; Red Coyote has trained more than 4,000 "newbies" to run their first 5K.
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Add in cardio bursts
High intensity interval training (HIIT) and sprint interval training (SIT) workouts provide short bursts of cardio with lasting results. They give your heart a hearty workout, and research shows that after doing HIIT and SIT workouts,
your body remains in a high metabolic state and calorie-burning zone for a longer period of time. If the thought of a one-hour spin class sounds exhausting (because it is), try shorter workouts with cardio bursts instead.
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WALK WITH PURPOSE Walking daily has numerous physical and mental benefits. Use your walk as an opportunity to destress. Don’t take the dog, who may tug on the leash and distract you. Don’t listen to podcasts about politics or world events. Instead, try using your walking routine to be mindful. Notice the nature around you and breathe in the fresh air.
FOCUS ON THE “3 M’S” – MIND, MOVEMENT AND ME TABOLISM Start with your mind. Identify areas where you can relieve stress. Then incorporate movement. Be intentional and consistent. Finally, feed your body to boost metabolism. Body harmony occurs when energy out (calories burned) equals energy in (calories consumed). That’s when you feel your best.
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prioritize strength training Around 40-plus years, our muscle fibers begin to shorten. Therefore, strength training should become a priority as we age. Weekly pilates, yoga and barre sessions and daily 30-minute walks boost core strength, flexibility and balance. These exercises also reiterate lateral (sideways) movements, a skill that can be lost without regular practice, leading to falls. Whatever strengthbuilding exercise you choose, do it consistently to build muscle over time.
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nurture relationships
The COVID-19 pandemic left its mark on society in many ways, including an epidemic of loneliness. After being isolated for so long, it can be challenging to reengage. However, humans are social animals; we need connection to thrive. By prioritizing relationships, we gain partners to
share laughs as well as struggles. Think of life’s hardships like carrying a heavy bag of rocks. A trusted friend or family member can help lighten the load, carrying a few of those rocks for you, by offering a listening ear and feedback.
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NURTURE YOURSELF The constant push and pull of meeting others’ needs can become depleting. When we don’t meet our own self-care needs — such as eating well, exercising, getting outside, finding solitude and/or connecting with a friend — we feel frustrated, lonely and angry. We take it out on the world when our personal needs aren’t met. Only you know what you need to do to feel fully complete and satisfied. Even when life gets busy, don’t deny yourself that care.
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EMBR ACE ALTRUISM Giving to others is really a way of giving a gift to yourself. It makes us feel good when we’ve helped someone out, even if it’s done privately. Be kind. Share a smile. Open a door. Volunteer. And bask in the happiness it brings.
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go outside
The sun is a natural mood enhancer. Not only does it provide a dose of Vitamin D, it also increases serotonin in your brain. Walking around the block allows you to literally step
Clean and declutter your home
There is a strong connection between mental health and how we manage our surroundings. You can often tell when a person is depressed; his or her home may be unclean, disorganized and/or lacking food. On the other hand, when we take care of our homes, it provides a sense of comfort, safety and pride. In addition, having a clean and clutter-free home allows you to turn off your brain. You can relax instead of constantly noticing areas that need to be dusted or organized. Making your space a beautiful reflection of your interests and personality also soothes the soul.
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T RY T H I S: Oklahoma City offers several neighborhood districts, each with their own flavors and sense of place. Take a day to walk the sidewalks of an area you've never visited before. Try a new restaurant, browse the shops and delight in the fresh scene. For ideas, go to visitokc.com
Count your blessings It’s easy to focus on the negative and what’s not going well. However, at the end of the day, if you can reflect on your safe home, your family, your friends and even your soft bed, it can put things in perspective. Many people don’t live with such luxuries.
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DELIGHT THE SENSES For mental wellness, seek out activities that delight and challenge you. Journaling can help you get ruminations out of your mind and on to paper. Try out a hobby, sport or art project to focus your mind on something new. Cook your favorite meal or listen to music. Both can instantly connect you to pleasant memories. Alleviate your body’s built-up stress through exercise. Join a Zumba group, laugh and dance.
away from the obligations distracting your mind at home or work. Sometimes we can even solve problems when we give ourselves the time to walk and think.
T RY T HI S : Martin Park Nature Center is a convenient place to explore the great outdoors. Located at 5000 W. Memorial Road in northwest OKC, the park is open from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, with longer summer hours. Notice the wildlife, listen to birdsong and breathe in the fresh air as you hike the two-and-a-half mile meandering trail.
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Today’s hard-hitting news headlines can be overwhelming, which is only exacerbated by 24-hour news programming. Though staying informed is important, limiting your media intake is equally important. For a healthy balance, mix in forms of media that leave you feeling inspired or enlightened. (Hint: Social media may not be the answer. If scrolling Instagram and Facebook leaves you feeling icky, decrease your usage.) Pick up the latest must-read book or flip on a comedy channel. Online ocean and rainfall videos are easy to find and turn on when you want to unwind.
sleep well
Sleep is the foundation for your mental and physical health. If you don’t feel restored and rested at the start of your day, you’re already behind. Take inventory of your sleep hygiene. Is your bedroom dark, quiet and cool? Does your nighttime routine tell your mind and body “It’s bedtime,” or is
it sending a different message? When we don’t sleep well, we can’t think clearly. Our jobs suffer, our relationships suffer, it affects our mood and it can even bring on depression. When we do sleep well, healthy eating, movement and mindfulness are more attainable.
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METHODOLOGY & DISCLAIMERS Summary. DataJoe Research is a software and research company specializing in data collection and verification, and conducts various nominations across the United States on behalf of publishers. To create the "top doctors" list, DataJoe Research facilitated an online peernomination process, also referencing government sources. In addition, DataJoe often conducts media analysis through Internet research to factor in public perception. DataJoe then tallied the nominations per category for each doctor to isolate the top nominees in each category. After collecting nominations and factoring additional information from the media analysis, DataJoe checked and confirmed that each published winner had a current, active license status with the state regulatory board. If we were not able to find evidence of a doctor's current, active registration with the state regulatory board, that doctor was excluded from the list. In addition, any doctor who has been disciplined, up to the time-frame of our review process for an infraction by the state regulatory board, was excluded from the list. Finally, DataJoe presented the tallied result to the magazine staff for final review and adjustments.
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Final note. We recognize that there are many good doctors who are not shown in this representative list. This is only a sampling of the huge array of talented professionals within the region. Inclusion in the list is based on the opinions of responding doctors in the region and the results of our research campaign. We take time and energy to ensure fair voting, although we understand that the results of this survey nomination are not an objective metric. We certainly do not discount the fact that many, many good and effective doctors may not appear on the list. Disclaimers. DataJoe uses best practices and exercises great care in assembling content for this list. DataJoe does not warrant that the data contained within the list are complete or accurate. DataJoe does not assume, and hereby disclaims, any liability to any person for any loss or damage caused by errors or omissions herein whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident, or any other cause. All rights reserved. No commercial use of the information in this list may be made without written permission from DataJoe. Questions? For research/methodology questions, contact the research team at surveys@datajoe.com.
TOP DOCTOR S 2024
ADDICTION MEDICINE Jedidiah Perdue INTEGRIS Health Medical Group Psychiatry Edmond 405-669-2642
ALLERGY & IMMUNOLO GY Martha M. Tarpay Allergy Asthma and Clinical Research Center 405-752-0393
ANESTHESIOLOGY Andrew Crabbe SSM Health Medical Group 405-272-9641 Cassandra Duncan-Azadi University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center 405-271-4351 James Eiszner The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine 405-271-1417 Bennett Evan Fuller Affiliated Anesthesiologists (Mercy) 405-755-1080 Heath D. Higgins OU Health Sciences Center 405-721-4351
Jon Blaschke INTEGRIS Health Cardiovascular Physicians Cardiology Clinic 405-948-4040
Chittur A. Sivaram OU Health Physicians — Cardiology, Pulmonary & Vascular Medicine Clinic 405-271-7001
George Chrysant INTEGRIS Health Cardiovascular Physicians Cardiology Clinic 405-948-4040
Marcus Smith Cardiovascular Health Clinic PLLC 405-646-7022
W. Lance Garner Cardiovascular Health Clinic PLLC 405-646-7022 Archana Gautam Norman Regional Health System 405-515-2222 John R. Harvey Oklahoma Heart Hospital 405-608-3200 Vinodh Jeevanantham SSM Health Medical Group 405-231-3737 Michael Koehler Oklahoma Heart Hospital 405-608-3200 Faisal Latif SSM Health Medical Group 405-231-3737 George Madden INTEGRIS Cardiovascular Physicians LLC 405-644-5120
Brett Hulin The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine 405-271-4351
Christina M. Murray OU Health Physicians — Cardiology, Pulmonary & Vascular Medicine Clinic 405-271-7001
Nigam Sheth SSM Health Medical Group 405-272-9641
Derek L. Norman Oklahoma Heart Hospital 405-608-3200
Kofi Vandyck The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine 405-271-4351
Ryan Norris INTEGRIS Health Cardiovascular Physicians Western 405-644-5201
CARDIOLOGY Mazen Abu-Fadel Oklahoma Heart Hospital 405-608-3200 Usman Baber OU Health Physicians — Cardiology, Pulmonary & Vascular Medicine Clinic 405-271-7001
Reji Pappy SSM Health Medical Group 405-273-5801 Niraj Prasad SSM Health Medical Group 405-231-3737 Dwayne A. Schmidt Cardiovascular Health Clinic PLLC 405-646-7022
Jeffrey Sparling INTEGRIS Health Cardiovascular Physicians Cardiology Clinic 405-948-4040 Udho Thadani OU Health Physicians — Cardiology, Pulmonary & Vascular Medicine Clinic 405-271-7001
Steven Carter OU Health Physicians — General Surgery Clinic 405-271-1400
Kimberly Jerdan Jerdan Dermatology & Laser Institute 405-212-2280
Gary Dunn OU Health University of Oklahoma Medical Center Clinics 405-271-5955
R. Blaine Lehr The Dermatology Clinic Inc 405-951-4949
COSMETIC SURGERY Anu Bajaj Bajaj Plastic Surgery 405-810-8448
James Lowe Lowe Plastic Surgery 405-942-4300
Harold M. Burkhart Oklahoma Children's Hospital OU Health Heart Center 405-271-4411
Scott Shadfar INTEGRIS Facial Plastic Surgery 405-657-3895
Lacy Harville III OU Health Physicians — General Surgery Clinic 405-271-1400 C. Eric Howell SSM Health Medical Group 405-231-3737 Scott Lucas SSM Health Medical Group 405-310-3028 John D. Randolph Oklahoma Heart Hospital 405-608-3200 J. Matthew Reinersman OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center — Thoracic Cancer Clinic 405-271-1632
DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY Laith Alhyari The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine 405-271-1417 Anthony Alleman The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine 405-271-1417
CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE Christopher W. Lentz INTEGRIS Paul Silverstein Burn Center 405-951-8042
D E R M AT O L O G Y Emily Archbald SSM Health Medical Group 405-280-7546 Allyson R. Black INTEGRIS Health Dermatology 405-773-6470 Tiffany Brazeal SSM Health Medical Group 405-280-7546 Lindsey K. Collins OU Health Physicians — Dermatology Clinic 405-271-6110
C O L O N A N D R E C TA L SURGERY
Renee Grau SSM Health Medical Group 405-280-7546
Kristina Booth OU Health Physicians — General Surgery Clinic 405-271-1400
Jason M. Hirshburg OU Health Physicians — Dermatology Clinic 405-271-6110
Julie Lowe Lowe Dermatology 405-608-6877 Ngoc Nguyen Oklahoma Sports Science and Orthopedics 405-467-5340
Tim Love Love Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics 405-751-5683
CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY
C. Craig Elkins INTEGRIS Cardiovascular Physicians Cardiothoracic Surgery Clinic 405-951-4345
Pranathi Lingam Spectrum Dermatology 405-285-8823
Robert Fails OU Health Sciences Center 405-271-4000 Christian L. Koopman Oklahoma Radiology Group PC 405-272-6166 Charles Anthony Lawrence Jr The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine 405-271-1417 Jared Morgan SSM Health Medical Group 800-841-4236 C. Brett Nelson Eagle Imaging Partners of Oklahoma PLLC 405-286-4114 Justin North The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine 405-271-1417 Sandeep Prabhu The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine 405-271-5125
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Congratulations to DMEI’s 25 Ophthalmologists Named Top Doctors of the 405 Oklahoma Health Center 608 Stanton L Young Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73104 405.271.6060
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1200 Childrens Ave., #8A Oklahoma City, OK 73104 405.271.7887
Northwest OKC Office
3500 NW 56th St., #101 Oklahoma City, OK 73112 405.271.9500
Edmond Office
1005 Medical Park Blvd. Edmond, OK 73013 405.271.0913
Lawton Office
3200 W. Gore Blvd., #200 Lawton, OK 73505 580.250.5855
The Preferred Eye Care Provider of the OKC Thunder
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ANDREW K. BAILEY, MD
Glaucoma Clinical Associate Professor
JOHN M. BELL, MD
Comprehensive Ophthalmology and Cataracts Clinical Associate Professor
CYNTHIA A. BRADFORD, MD
Comprehensive Ophthalmology Presbyterian Health Foundation Presidential Professor
REAGAN H. BRADFORD, JR., MD Retina and Vitreous Diseases Clinical Professor
BRIAN K. FIRESTONE, MD
Ophthalmic Oncology and Pathology Clinical Associate Professor
BEN J. HARVEY, MD
RALPH B. HESTER III, MD
DAVID W. JACKSON, MD
MAHMOUD A. KHAIMI, MD
RONALD M. KINGSLEY, MD
CAROLYN E. KLOEK, MD
MARIA E. LIM, MD
ANDREW T. MELSON, MD
AMAN MITTAL, MD
ANNIE MOREAU, MD, FACS
Glaucoma Clinical Associate Professor
Comprehensive Ophthalmology Clinical Associate Professor Vice Chair for Quality and Innovation
Comprehensive Ophthalmology and Cataracts Clinical Associate Professor
Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Clinical Associate Professor
Premium and Refractive Surgery Clinical Professor
Neuro-Ophthalmology and Cataract Surgery Assistant Professor Residency Program Director
Glaucoma Clinical Professor James P. Luton, MD Endowed Chair in Ophthalmology Director of Glaucoma Fellowship
Cornea and External Diseases Clinical Assistant Professor
Retina and Vitreous Diseases Clinical Professor
Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Professor
JAMES C. O’BRIEN, MD
ANIL D. PATEL, MD, FRCSC, FACS
KAMRAN M. RIAZ, MD
VINAY A. SHAH, MD
R. MICHAEL SIATKOWSKI, MD, MBA
RHEA L. SIATKOWSKI, MD
GREGORY L. SKUTA, MD
JEREMY F. TAN, MD
DEANA S. WATTS, MD
TAMMY L. YANOVITCH, MD, MHSC
Neuro-Ophthalmology Clinical Associate Professor
Cornea and External Diseases Clinical Professor Director of Cornea Fellowship
Neuro-Ophthalmology Clinical Professor Director of NeuroOphthalmology Fellowship
Glaucoma Past President and Chair David W. Parke II MD Professor Vice Chair for Faculty Development and External Relations Regents’ Professor
Cornea and External Diseases Clinical Associate Professor Director of Medical Student Research
Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Eye and Facial Cosmetic Treatments Clinical Associate Professor
Retina and Vitreous Diseases Clinical Professor Thelma Gaylord Endowed Chair in Ophthalmology Director of Retina Fellowship
Comprehensive Ophthalmology Clinical Associate Professor
Pediatric and NeuroOphthalmology Chief Executive Officer Edward L. Gaylord Professor and Chair David Ross Boyd Professor
Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Clinical Professor Director of Medical Student Education
TOP DOCTOR S 2024
Theresa Thai The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine 405-271-4750
James Barrett OU Health Physicians Family Medicine Center OKC 405-271-4311
Laura Kilkenny INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-692-9300
Robert Stepp INTEGRIS Health Medical Group Hefner Pointe 405-751-5555
Jason M. Wagner The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine 405-271-1417
Brant Q. Bennett Norman Regional Health System 405-307-6955
Lee Kirsch INTEGRIS Health 405-378-3300
Brian E. Thatcher Fountain Park Family Physicians 405-378-3300
EMERGENCY MEDICINE
W. Stanley Bevers INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-692-9300
Chad Borin SSM Health Medical Group 405-252-3446
Catrina Bourne Primary Health Partners 405-265-2778
Ryan Fish INTEGRIS Health Baptist Medical Center E.R. 405-951-2545
Joseph C. Broome Total Healthcare Partners 405-787-4915
Josh C. McWilliams Community Hospital South Campus 405-602-8100 Dillon Roach INTEGRIS Health Baptist Medical Center E.R. 405-951-2541
ENDOCRINOLOGY DIABETES AND M E TA B O L I S M Mary Zoe S. Baker OU Health Harold Hamm Diabetes Center 405-271-1000 Perihan Dimachkie INTEGRIS Health Medical Group Endocrinology and Rheumatology South 405-644-5030 Cassie Smith INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-286-1571 Donny Wynn SSM Health Medical Group 405-231-8740
FA M I LY M E D I C I N E Dustin Baker Total Healthcare Partners 405-470-6510 Heather Barnes INTEGRIS Health Medical Group Yukon 405-717-5400
Preethi Krishnan INTEGRIS Health Medical Group Baptist 405-713-7402 Stuart Lisle Total Healthcare Partners 405-787-8555 Judy Magnusson INTEGRIS Health 405-692-9300
Tony Huu Tran Mercy Clinic Gastroenterology 405-749-4247 Clinton Wallis INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-486-6960
GASTROEN TEROLOGY Tauseef Ali SSM Health Medical Group 405-772-4338
GENER AL SURGERY
Neil Crittenden Digestive Disease Specialists Inc 405-767-6630
Christopher D. Carey INTEGRIS Health Medical Group General Surgery Baptist 405-713-9935
Ralph Guild III OU Health Physicians — Gastroenterology Clinic 405-271-8478
Joshua Carey INTEGRIS General Surgery Edmond 405-657-3690
Shih-Kuang Sam Hong SSM Health Medical Group 405-772-4338
Alisa Cross OU Health University of Oklahoma Medical Center 405-271-4700
Melinda Cail Primary Health Partners 405-471-5655
Melanie Marshall INTEGRIS Health Medical Group Council Crossing 405-470-2590
Natalie Cochenour Primary Health Partners 405-805-4130
Wade T. McCoy Total Healthcare Partners 405-787-7747
Maurice Corman INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-373-0380
Stefanie Meredith Total Healthcare Partners 405-787-8550
John T. Maple The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine 405-271-5428
Angela K. Morgan Morgan Family Medicine 405-330-8819
Carl A. Raczkowski Digestive Disease Specialists Inc 405-702-1300
Elizabeth Nelson OU Health Physicians — Canyon Park Family Medicine Clinic 405-348-6611
Amir Ruman OU Health Physicians — Gastroenterology Clinic 405-271-8478
Jeffrey Cruzan INTEGRIS Health Medical Group Memorial West 405-773-6470 Legacy Anton Dreier Total Healthcare Partners 405-467-4440 Rising Stars David Fisher Total Healthcare Partners 405-787-1199 Rachel Franklin OU Health Physicians Family Medicine Center OKC 405-271-4311 Adam Gardner SSM Health Medical Group 405-252-3450 Holly Goracke Total Healthcare Partners 405-730-6460 Russell D. Ingram Total Healthcare Partners 405-470-7414 Gregory Kelley INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-769-7201
Tomas Owens INTEGRIS Health Medical Group Great Plains 405-951-2855 Bryan M. Potthoff OU Health Physicians Fountain Lake — Family Medicine Clinic 405-271-5541 Kyle Rickner Primary Health Partners 405-607-8855
Michael Winters INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-254-3669
Timothy Eldridge SSM Health Medical Group 405-232-4211 Jessica Enix Surgical Partners of Oklahoma PLLC 405-265-2210 Brady Hagood Surgical Partners of Oklahoma PLLC 405-265-2210
George Salem OU Health Physicians — Crohn's & Colitis Clinic 405-271-8423
Svein Holsaeter SSM Health Medical Group 405-232-4211 Legacy
Kenneth Seres INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-702-1300
Hamilton Le INTEGRIS Weight Loss Center 405-237-3677
Sanjay Sikka Advanced Interventional Endoscopy 405-633-9101
Jason S. Lees OU Health University of Oklahoma Medical Center 405-271-4700
Paul Rothwell Total Healthcare Partners 405-787-8550
Pooja Singhal Oklahoma Gastro Health and Wellness 405-608-2772
Jeffrey Lawrence Sabine Mercy Clinic Primary Care 405-789-4150
David S. Stokesberry Digestive Disease Specialists Inc 405-702-1300
Stanley C. Shadid INTEGRIS Family Care Coffee Creek 405-252-8761
William Tierney OU Health Physicians — Gastroenterology Clinic 405-271-8478
Jared Lepley SSM Health Medical Group 405-772-8605 Alexander R. Raines The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine 405-271-1417
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Emily Switzer OU Health Physicians — General Surgery Clinic 405-271-1400
Ashley C. Cogar Community Hospital South Campus 405-602-8100
Michelle Salvaggio OU Health Physicians — Infectious Disease Clinic 405-271-6434
Stephanie Taylor Surgical Partners of Oklahoma PLLC 405-265-2210
Daron C. Hitt Oklahoma Sports Science and Orthopedics 405-486-6800
Andrea R. Scott Infectious Diseases Consultants OKC 405-644-6464
Tim Weaver INTEGRIS General Surgery Yukon 405-717-5462
Mark Shreve McBride Orthopedic Hospital 405-230-9270
Donna L. Tyungu Oklahoma Children's Hospital OU Health 405-271-4700
Ryan F. Wicks INTEGRIS Health Medical Group General Surgery Baptist 405-713-9935
Robert S. Unsell Oklahoma Sports Science and Orthopedics 405-692-3748
Frank C. Wood The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine 405-271-1417
GYNOCOLOGIC ONCOLOGY Robert S. Mannel OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center — Gynecologic Cancer Clinic 405-271-8707 Debra L. Richardson Stephenson Cancer Center 405-271-8707
H E M AT O L O G Y Jess Franklin Armor Mercy Clinic Oncology and Hematology 405-751-4343 Leonard M. Bowen Saint Anthony's HematologyOncology Physicians 405-228-7100 Legacy Robert Reynolds INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-752-0871
GYNECOLOGY
HOSPICE AND PA L L I AT I V E
Valerie Engelbrecht Lakeside Doctors Gynecology & Obstetrics 405-936-1000
Waddah Nassar SSM Health Medical Group 405-470-6900
Teresa A. Folger Lakeside Women's Hospital 405-936-1000
Robert Salinas OU Health Physicians Family Medicine Center OKC 405-271-4311
Elizabeth Pinard Lakeside Women's Hospital 405-936-1000
INFECTIOUS DISEASE
Noel R. Williams Optimal Health Associates 405-715-4496 Rachelle Wilson Wilson Medical 405-265-2733
HAND SURGERY Brian Chenoweth OU Health Physicians — Orthopedic Surgery Clinic 405-271-2663
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Michael S. Bronze OU Health Physicians — Internal Medicine Clinic 405-271-3445 David Chansolme INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-644-6464 James Kirk SSM Health Medical Group 405-272-4710 Vijay Kumar Kolli Crescent Infectious Diseases 405-594-5848
INTERNAL MEDICINE S. Dean Brown Total Healthcare Partners 405-787-4592 Bradley Burget Primary Health Partners 405-960-3550 Lawrence V. Deck III MDVIP 405-607-8945 S.A. Dean Drooby S.A. Dean Drooby MD (Mercy) 405-603-7610 Erin Glasgow INTEGRIS Health Medical Group Central 405-945-4589 Todd Krehbiel INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-726-2701 Summer Lepley SSM Health Medical Group 405-815-5060 Tanna Shaw Primary Health Partners 405-970-8020 Joanne C. Skaggs OU Health Physicians — Internal Medicine Clinic 405-271-3445 George Tardibono OU Health Physicians — Internal Medicine Clinic 405-271-3445
IN TERVEN TIONAL CARDIOLOGY Bryan Cogar INTEGRIS Health Cardiovascular Physicians Cardiology Clinic 405-948-4040
M AT E R N A L A N D F E TA L M E D I C I N E Charles Paul Mirabile Jr The Perinatal Center PLLC 405-748-4726 Jennifer G. Smith The Perinatal Center PLLC 405-606-2850 John R. Stanley III The Perinatal Center 405-748-4726 Marvin Williams Oklahoma Children's Hospital — Prenatal Diagnostic Center 405-271-5400
NEPHROLOGY Pankaj Baluja SSM Health Medical Group 405-272-8367 Gary Dean Bond INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-942-5442 Benjamin Cowley Jr. OU Health Physicians — Nephrology Clinic 405-271-8478 Joseph Ghata SSM Health Medical Group 405-272-8367 Rajesh Kumar SSM Health Medical Group 405-272-8367 Gigi Toma SSM Health Medical Group 405-272-8367
NEUROLOGICAL SURGERY James Michael Alvis INTEGRIS Health 405-321-6347 Shon Cook Keyhole Brain and Spine 405-310-6977 Ian Dunn OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center — Brain Tumor Clinic 405-271-8299 Jeffrey P. Nees Fountain Park Medical Clinic 405-486-6720
Jeremy T. Phelps INTEGRIS Health Medical Group Spine and Neurological Surgery 405-552-0401 Qualls E.J. Stevens Neurosurgical And Spine Associates of Oklahoma 405-455-3322
NEUROLOGY John H. Barghols INTEGRIS Neuroscience Institute 405-949-3011 William Bendure INTEGRIS Neuroscience Institute 405-644-5160 Brent Beson INTEGRIS Neuroscience Institute 405-644-5160 Aaron Keith Farrow Mercy Clinic Neurology 405-302-2661 David Lee Gordon OU Health Physicians — Neurology Clinic 405-271-3635 Joshua Kershen INTEGRIS Neuroscience Institute 405-644-5160 David R. McCoy Yukon Neurology 405-467-4809 Salman Zubair SSM Health Medical Group 405-815-5050
OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY Erin Alward INTEGRIS Health Medical Group Women's Baptist 405-713-4400 Susan L. Chambers INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-936-1000 Jessica Lutz OU Health Physicians — Women's Health Clinic 405-271-5239
TOP DOCTOR S 2024
Gwendolyn Neel OU Health Physicians — Women's Health Clinic 405-271-5239
Craig Lee Reitz Mercy Clinic Oncology and Hematology 405-751-4343
Aman Mittal Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-1095 Rising Stars
Misty Lynn Wayman Center for Women's Health 405-755-7430
Susanna V. Ulahannan OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center — Gastrointestinal Cancer Clinic 405-271-1632
Annie Moreau Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-1096
O C C U PAT I O N A L MEDICINE Jason M. Leinen Fountain Park Medical Plaza 405-703-3611
ONCOLOGY Raid Aljumaily OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center — Thoracic Cancer Clinic 405-271-1632 Leonard Michael Bowen Saint Anthony's HematologyOncology Physicians 405-228-7100 James Feisal SSM Health Medical Group 405-228-7100 Sagila George OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center — Gastrointestinal Cancer Clinic 405-271-1632 Sanjaykumar Hapani Robert Reynolds MD PC (Mercy) 405-752-0871 Hassan Hatoum OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center — Gastrointestinal Cancer Clinic 405-271-1632 Jennifer Holter-Chakrabarty OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center - Transplant & Cellular Therapy Clinic 405-271-8299 David Lam SSM Health Medical Group 405-228-7100 Thy Nguyen SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital 405-228-7100 Namali Pierson Norman Regional Health System 405-515-4644
OPHTHALMOLOGY Andrew K. Bailey Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-6060 John M. Bell Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-1090 Cynthia A. Bradford Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-1090 Reagan H. Bradford Jr Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-1092 Brian K. Firestone Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-7825 Ben J. Harvey Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-1093 Ralph B. Hester III Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-6060 David W. Jackson Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-6060 Mahmoud A. Khaimi Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-1093 Ronald M. Kingsley Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-1092 Carolyn E. Kloek Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-1090 Maria E. Lim Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-1094 Andrew T. Melson Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-1091 Amalia M. Miranda Amalia Miranda MD 405-602-0002
Sumit Kumar Nanda INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-948-2020 James C. O'Brien Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-1091 Anil D. Patel Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-1091 Kamran M. Riaz Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-1095 Steven R. Sarkisian Oklahoma Eye Surgeons 405-943-4413 Vinay A. Shah Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-1092
ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY Matthew Diesselhorst Oklahoma Sports Science and Orthopedics 405-463-3337 Timothy Geib SSM Health Medical Group 405-218-2530
David C. Teague OU Health Physicians — Orthopedic Surgery Clinic 405-271-2663 Jeremy White OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center — Bone & Soft Tissue Cancers Clinic 405-271-2663 Jeremy Woodson McBride Orthopedic Hospital 405-230-9270
Kevin Wayne Hargrove Orthopedic Solutions Neuroscience Specialists 405-513-8326
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Paul Jacob Oklahoma Joint Reconstruction Institute 405-424-5426 M. Brandon Johnson Oklahoma Sports Science and Orthopedics 405-424-5417 Mac E. Moore Oklahoma Shoulder & Knee Institute 405-692-3737
Wayne E. Berryhill Oklahoma Otolaryngology Associates LLC 405-364-2666 Keith Clark SSM Health Medical Group 405-272-6027 Benjamin Collins INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-759-7600
R. Michael Siatkowski Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-6060
Ryan L. Nelson Oklahoma Sports Science and Orthopedics 405-330-8847
R Kent Dyer Jr SSM Health Medical Group 405-946-5563
Rhea L. Siatkowski Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-1095
Austin L. Taylor McBride Orthopedic Hospital 405-230-9270
Edward El Rassi OU Health Physicians — Ear, Nose & Throat Clinic 405-271-1368
Gregory L. Skuta Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-6060
ORTHOPEDICS
Carl L. Sylvester Sylvester Eye Care & Aesthetics 405-607-8948
James L. Bond Ortho Central 405-360-6764
Deena Sylvester Sylvester Eye Care & Aesthetics 405-607-8948
Scott de La Garza SSM Health Medical Group 405-218-2530
Jeremy F. Tan Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-1096
Paul A. Kammerlocher The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine 405-271-1417
Greg A. Krempl OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center — Head & Neck Cancer Clinic 405-271-7559
Laura Luick OKFootMD 405-286-7837
Kibwei A. McKinney SSM Health Medical Group 405-271-1368
Donald W. McGinnis McBride Orthopedic Hospital 405-230-9270
Brandon W. Pierson Oklahoma Otolaryngology Associates LLC 405-759-7600
Deana S. Watts Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-6060 Tammy L. Yanovitch Dean McGee Eye Institute 405-271-1094
Sheri Smith OKFootMD 405-419-5610
J. Mark Gilchrist Oklahoma Otolaryngology Associates LLC 405-562-1810 John R. Houck Jr University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center 405-271-5504
Nilesh R. Vasan OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center — Head & Neck Cancer Clinic 405-271-7559 405MAGAZINE.COM
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PA I N M A N A G E M E N T Arthur Douglas Beacham Community Hospital North Campus 405-424-5415 Darryl D. Robinson Oklahoma Spine & Pain Management 405-703-4950 David Sharrah Surgical Hospital of Oklahoma 405-634-9300 Gaylan D. Yates Oklahoma Spine Hospital 405-749-2766
PAT H O L O G Y Kar-Ming Fung University of Oklahoma Medical Center 405-271-8001 Lewis A. Hassell OU Health Sciences Center 405-271-4062 Jo Elle Peterson The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine 405-271-2422 Apple N. Rice The Pathology Group PC 888-912-7927 Michael Talbert University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center 405-271-2422 Zhongxin Yu OU Health Sciences Center Children's Hospital 405-271-2422
P E D I AT R I C A L L E R G Y IMMUNOLO GY Bret R. Haymore Oklahoma Allergy & Asthma Clinic 405-235-0040
P E D I AT R I C CARDIOLOGY Sherri Baker Oklahoma Children's Hospital OU Health Heart Center 405-271-4411
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Andrew Tom Cave Children's Hospital at Oklahoma University Medical Center 405-271-4411 Elizabeth Makil Oklahoma Children's Hospital OU Health Heart Center 405-271-4411 Arshid M. Mir Oklahoma Children's Hospital OU Health Heart Center 405-271-4411 Aswathy K. Vaikom House Oklahoma Children's Hospital OU Health Heart Center 405-271-4411 Kent E. Ward Oklahoma Children's Hospital OU Health Heart Center 405-271-4411
P E D I AT R I C D E R M AT O L O G Y Hillary S. Lawrence INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-285-8823
P E D I AT R I C ENDOCRINOLOGY David P. Sparling Oklahoma Children’s Hospital - Pediatric Diabetes & Endocrinology Clinic 405-271-3303
P E D I AT R I C GASTROEN TEROLOGY Muhammad Adnan Altaf OU Children's Physicians 405-271-6549 Candaca M. Marshall Oklahoma Children’s Hospital — Pediatric Gastroenterology Clinic 405-271-6549 Sirish Palle Oklahoma Children’s Hospital — Pediatric Gastroenterology Clinic 405-271-6549 Jeanne Tung Oklahoma Children’s Hospital — Pediatric Gastroenterology Clinic 405-271-6549
P E D I AT R I C H E M AT O L O G YONCOLOGY Hanumantha R. Pokala Oklahoma Children's Hospital — Jimmy Everest Center 405-271-4412
P E D I AT R I C ORTHOPEDICS ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY David Y. Chong Oklahoma Children's Hospital — Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery Clinic 405-271-2669 Joseph Davey Oklahoma Children's Hospital — Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery Clinic 405-271-2669 Thomas R. Lewis Oklahoma Children's Hospital — Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery Clinic 405-271-2669 William Puffinbarger Oklahoma Children's Hospital — Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery Clinic 405-271-2669
P E D I AT R I C OTOL ARYNGOLO GY Jack Borders Oklahoma Children's Hospital — Pediatric Ear, Nose & Throat and Audiology Clinic 405-271-2662 G. Paul Digoy Pediatric ENT of Oklahoma 405-608-8833 Colin Fuller Oklahoma Children's Hospital — Pediatric Ear, Nose & Throat and Audiology Clinic 405-271-2662 Robert S. Glade Pediatric ENT of Oklahoma 405-608-8833 Elena Woodson Pediatric ENT of Oklahoma 405-608-8833
P E D I AT R I C SPECIALIST/ N E O N ATA L P E R I N ATA L MEDICINE Kris Sekar Oklahoma Children's Hospital — Pediatric Specialties Clinic 405-271-4211
P E D I AT R I C S U R G E R Y Dominic Frimberger Oklahoma Children's Hospital — Pediatric Urology Clinic 405-271-3800 Catherine Hunter Oklahoma Children's Hospital — Pediatric General & Plastic Surgery Clinic 405-271-4357 Jeremy Johnson Oklahoma Children's Hospital — Pediatric General & Plastic Surgery Clinic 405-271-4357 Alessandra Landmann Oklahoma Children's Hospital — Pediatric General & Plastic Surgery Clinic 405-271-4357 P. Cameron Mantor Oklahoma Children's Hospital — Pediatric General & Plastic Surgery Clinic 405-271-4357 Nikola Puffinbarger Oklahoma Children's Hospital — Pediatric General & Plastic Surgery Clinic 405-271-4357 Adam Rensing Oklahoma Children's Hospital — Pediatric Urology Clinic 405-271-3800 Rising Stars Alejandro Ruiz-Elizalde Oklahoma Children's Hospital — Pediatric General & Plastic Surgery Clinic 405-271-4357
P E D I AT R I C S GENERAL Brittany Daniels SSM Health Medical Group 405-578-3250
Stephanie D. DeLeon Oklahoma Children's Hospital OU Health 405-271-6827 Morris Gessouroun Oklahoma Children's Hospital — Pediatric Intensive Care Unit 405-271-4700
PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND R E H A B I L I TAT I O N Archana Barve INTEGRIS Health 405-949-6481 Rita Hancock Rita Hancock MD 405-900-5300 Jonathan Stone SSM Health Medical Group 405-601-5899 Brent Tipton INTEGRIS Jim Thorpe Rehabilitation 405-644-5356
PL ASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY Christian A. El Amm OU Health Physicians — Plastic Surgery Clinic 405-271-4864 Suhair Maqusi OU Health Physicians — Plastic Surgery Clinic 405-271-4864 Oscar Masters Masters Plastic Surgery 405-544-2570 Mark Mims OU Health Physicians — Ear Nose & Throat Clinic 405-271-1368 Kamal T. Sawan Sawan Surgical Aesthetics 405-451-1202 Derek Shadid Shadid Plastic Surgery Associates 405-755-4451
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Patricia Boehle SSM Health Medical Group 405-272-7055
William B. Vanlandingham OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center — Interventional Radiology Clinic 405-271-1632
Christopher J. Green Foot & Ankle Surgeons of Oklahoma 405-418-4500 Lance Hardison Advanced Foot & Ankle Clinic 405-751-6152
P S Y C H I AT R Y Melanie Barrett Life Stance Health 405-378-2727 Rachel J. Dalthorp Life Stance Health 405-378-2727 Britta Ostermeyer OU Health Physicians — Psychiatry Clinic 405-271-5251
PULMONOLOGY Mark Thad Godish Mercy Clinic Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine 405-755-4290 Shane Hull OU Health Edmond Medical Center — Edmond Pulmonology Clinic 405-715-2022 Azhar Khan INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-947-3347 Jeremy Moad OU Health Edmond Medical Center 405-715-2022 Syed Naqvi SSM Health Medical Group 405-272-8338 Shoab A. Nazir Breathe Oklahoma 405-757-0150
R A D I AT I O N ONCOLOGY Christina Henson OU Health Sciences Center - Department of Radiation Oncology 405-271-5641
REPRODUCTIVE ENDOCRINOLOGY LaTasha B. Craig OU Physicians Reproductive Medicine 405-271-1616 Karl Hansen OU Health Physicians — Reproductive Medicine 405-271-1616
R H E U M AT O L O G Y Eliza Chakravarty The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center 405-271-6245 John Goetzinger Rheumatology Associates of Oklahoma 405-608-8060 Fahed Hamadeh SSM Health Medical Group 405-272-4953 Latisha Heinlen INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-608-8060 Amanda Titus Rheumatology Associates of Oklahoma 405-608-8060
SLEEP MEDICINE Norman K. Imes Imes Sleep Services 405-600-1210 Kellie R. Jones The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine 405-271-6173
SPINE SURGERY Brett Braly Community Hospital North Campus 405-419-2980
Michael R. Hahn II SSM Health Medical Group 405-979-7875 C. Shane Hume Oklahoma Sports Science and Orthopedics 405-427-3705 Fadi F. Nasr Spine Surgery Associates 405-242-4345 Lance C. Smith Apex Healthcare Partners 405-656-7476 Zachary Smith OU Health Physicians — Neurosurgery Clinic 405-271-4912 Robert J. Wienecke Neuroscience Specialists PC 405-748-3300
Barish H. Edil OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center — Gastrointestinal Cancer Clinic 405-271-1632 Ajay Jain The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine 405-271-1417
Robert F. Hines INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-419-2980 Legacy Barry L. Northcutt Oklahoma Sports Science and Orthopedics 405-340-4744 Legacy Michael Sean O'Brien Oklahoma Center for Orthopaedic Excellence & Sports Medicine (Mercy) 405-759-2663 Garrett Steinmetz Oklahoma Sports Science and Orthopedics 405-486-6985
SURGICAL ONCOLOGY Morgan Bonds OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center — Gastrointestinal Cancer Clinic 405-271-1632 Juan Claros-Sorto OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center — Breast Cancer Clinic 405-271-7226 William C. Dooley OU Health Physicians — General Surgery Clinic 405-271-1400
Sanjay G. Patel OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center — Prostate & Urologic Cancer Clinic 405-271-4088 Mohammad Ramadan SSM Health Medical Group 405-772-4533
UROGYNECOLOGY Benjamin Barenberg Optimal Health Associates 405-715-4496
Gennady Slobodov OU Health Physicians — Urology Clinic 405-271-6452
Lieschen Quiroz OU Health Physicians — Women's Pelvic & Bladder Health Center 405-271-9493
Charles Snyder INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-749-9655 Kelly L. Stratton OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center 405-271-1112
UROLOGY SPORTS MEDICINE
William J. Miller INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-943-1137
Aaron F. Benham Urology Associates Inc 405-749-9655 Michael S. Cookson OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center — Prostate & Urologic Cancer Clinic 405-271-4088 Brian Cross OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center — Prostate & Urologic Cancer Clinic 405-271-4088
VA S C U L A R S U R G E R Y Joshua L. Gierman OU Health Physicians — General Surgery Clinic 405-271-1400 Lenny D. Stubbs Oklahoma Heart Hospital 405-608-3200
James Furr OU Health Physicians — Urology Clinic 405-271-6452 Jonathan E. Heinlen OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center — Prostate & Urologic Cancer Clinic 405-271-4088 Johnny Hickson III INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-749-9655 Jared Higley INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-943-1137 Michael Holzer INTEGRIS Health Partners 405-943-1137
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Congratulations to all of our Saints in Action physicians who were named a 405 Magazine Top Doctor for 2023. We appreciate your dedication to serve our Mission and provide exceptional care to your patients. • Anesthesiology Andrew Crabbe, MD Nigam Sheth, MD • Cardiology Vinodh Jeevanantham, MD Faisal Latif, MD Reji Pappy, MD Niraj Prasad, MD • Cardiothoracic Surgery C. Eric Howell, MD Scott Lucas, MD • Dermatology Emily Archbald, MD Tiffany Brazeal, MD Renee Grau, MD
• Family Medicine Adam Gardner, MD
• Neurology Salman Zubair, MD
• Podiatry Patricia Boehle, DPM
• Gastroenterology Tauseef Ali, MD Shih-Kuang Sam Hong, MD
• Oncology Michael Bowen, MD James Feisal, MD David Lam, MD Thy Nguyen, MD
• Pulmonology Syed Naqvi, MD
• Orthopedic Surgery Scott de la Garza, MD Spine Surgery Timothy Geib, MD
• Spine Surgery Michael R. Hahn, MD
• General Surgery Timothy Eldridge, MD Svein Holsaeter, MD Jared Lepley, DO • Hospice and Palliative Care Waddah Nassar, MD • Infectious Disease James Kirk, MD
• Diagnostic Radiology Jared Morgan, MD
• Internal Medicine Summer Lepley, DO
• Endocrinology Donny Wynn, MD
• Nephrology Pankaj Baluja, MD Joseph Ghata, MD Rajesh Kumar, MD Gigi Toma, MD
• Emergency Medicine Chad Borin, DO
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• Otolaryngology, ENT Keith Clark, MD R. Kent Dyer Jr., MD Otology Kibwei A. McKinney, MD Rhinology/Skull Base Tumor Surgery • Pediatrics Brittany Daniels, MD • Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Jonathan Stone, DO
• Rheumatology Fahed Hamadeh, MD
• Urology Mohammad Ramadan, MD
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James Bond, MD O R T H O P E D I C S U R G E RY
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r. James Bond at Ortho Central specializes in rotator cuff repair, total joint replacement of the shoulder, sports-related injuries, arthroscopic surgery, cartilage restoration and surgical fracture care. He aims not to be an international man of mystery, but to be a trusted, respected resource for his patients in the Norman Regional Health System. After receiving his medical degree from the University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine, he completed his residency at the OU Health Sciences Center and his sports medicine fellowship at the Southern California Orthopedic Institute. He is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery with a subspecialty certification in Orthopedic Sports Medicine. He published the first paper on the graft jacket augment for irreparable rotator cuff tears and brought arthroscopic shoulder surgery to the Oklahoma City area. Bond, known as the singing surgeon, said his bedside manner is the most important part of his job. The importance of listening to patients cannot be underestimated. “Listening to the patient allows me to see if I can help the patient and provides valuable information just as important as that of any MRI or X-ray,” he said. “I want to provide my patient with a positive experience and believe you have to encourage, motivate and approach every patient with optimism.” “I want all my patients to feel like they were provided the best care possible and to be confident they had the best orthopedic surgeon,” Bond said. Dr. Bond received the Dr. R. McKinley Williams Award for Special Distinction, awarded to the top graduating medical student at the OU School of Medicine. He also received the Marmor Award for Outstanding Orthopedic Resident and Fellow at the Southern California Orthopedic Institute.
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or eleven years, Dr. Brant Bennett has provided exemplary service to patients at Norman Regional’s Oklahoma Wound Center, the Oklahoma City community, and the region. A native Oklahoman, Dr. Bennett attended the University of Oklahoma for his undergraduate studies and then medical school. He is a Certified Wound Specialist Physician who provides Comprehensive Wound Care and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy with a focus on Diabetic Limb Salvage. He also serves as Medical Director for the Oklahoma Wound Center at Norman Regional HealthPlex. Dr. Bennett knows patients arrive at the wound center in Norman with large challenges. His overall goal is to renew hope and give the patient understanding in their path to recovery. By diagnosing the causes behind skin breakdown, explaining treatment options, and coordinating with specialists to address underlying issues, patients can identify where they are in the healing process and how to progress. At the Norman wound clinic, administrators and providers work to arrange exceptional care. Clinic “healers” care for patients by scheduling appointments, following up between visits, arranging home health services, and ordering supplies when needed. Facility maintenance and support staff ensure patients have a clean, safe, comfortable place for treatment. Dr. Bennett sees wounds as breakdowns where the body is not able to keep up with demands. Wounds take extra resources from the body to “catch up” and improve. Dr. Bennett focuses on collaboration and communication to improve, understand, and resolve healing obstacles. There are many advanced treatment options the wound center can coordinate: support surfaces, home supplies, hyperbaric oxygen, skin grafts, negative pressure dressings, and skin protectants that keep dressings on longer to work better and make removal easier. Dr. Bennett and the Norman Regional Oklahoma Wound Center staff do everything they can to take care of patients while they help their patients take care of their wounds and they take pride in the care they provide.
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r. Archana Gautam’s mission is to keep her patients’ hearts as healthy as possible at every stage of life. She also understands that the heart is more than just a muscle; it is an important organ, which plays a critical role in overall health. She emphasizes the importance of a healthy lifestyle. Patients can begin making small changes to improve their heart health and their lives. “In my practice, I work with anyone needing cardiovascular care and who is also looking for help optimizing their overall health and wellness,” she said. Dr. Gautam has been in practice with Norman Regional’s Heart and Vascular Associates for more than 15 years. She is a board-certified interventional cardiologist. “Cardiovascular disease has been and continues to be one of the largest drivers of mortality in Oklahoma,” Gautam said. “Norman Heart and Vascular has proven results and outcomes in assisting patients with maintaining a healthy lifestyle and in improving cardiovascular outcomes.” Dr. Gautam’s practice includes all aspects of cardiology, including limb salvage, peripheral vascular disease, vein clinic, and numerous structural heart procedures such as Transcatheter valve replacement. In addition to her board certification in interventional cardiology, Dr. Gautam is also board certified in cardiovascular disease, nuclear cardiology, echocardiography and nuclear medicine and Cardiac CT. She completed a residency and fellowship at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, and she serves now as the Department Chairman of Cardiology and the Medical Director of the Chest Pain Center. Dr. Gautam has a special interest in women’s cardiovascular health as women often suffer from non-typical symptoms of heart attacks and face an increased risk of developing heart failure than men. She is committed to ensuring all Oklahomans receive outstanding heart care.
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t Stephenson Cancer Center at Norman Regional, Dr. Namali Pierson treats her patients like family members as they embark on a cancer treatment path. “One of my favorite aspects of my job is getting to know my wonderful patients and their supportive family members, and being there for them every step of the way,” she said. Pierson sees patients with a wide variety of benign blood disorders, as well as cancer diagnoses and strives to provide excellent service. Her hope is to provide evidence-based, compassionate care to all of her patients. Her goal is to give all of her patients the support they need during the course of their treatment. Her warm and welcoming demeanor builds trust with patients, and her experience puts them at ease. “Dr. Pierson is wonderfully knowledgeable, engaging, and attentive. I feel quite confident about her recommendations and appreciate her knowledge about my particular situation,” one patient said. “I’d be pleased to recommend her to others.” She received her Bachelor’s degree with a double major in Biology and English at Wellesley College in Massachusetts. She then worked as a Research Fellow in a cancer research lab at Harvard Medical School in Boston for two years before starting medical school at the University of Oklahoma. She completed her residency and fellowship at the University of Oklahoma and the Stephenson Cancer Center. She is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Society of Hematology.
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r. Ryan L. Nelson’s passion for providing the best care while utilizing the latest techniques and medical advances led him to establish the Shoulder and Orthopedic Institute, located at 9800 Broadway Extension, Suite 203 in Oklahoma City. A fellowship-trained shoulder specialist who also practices general orthopedics, Nelson can perform complex procedures including total shoulder replacements, reverse total shoulder replacements and rotator cuff and labral repairs. He also provides complete care for sports injuries, workplace accidents and degenerative arthritis. Dr. Nelson and his Physician Assistants Madison Williams, PA-C and Murphi Scarborough, PA-C provide personalized patient care, including operative and non-operative care, utilizing the latest technology and minimally invasive surgery to provide the best results with the smallest incisions possible.
“At the Shoulder and Orthopedic Institute, we strive to make our patients healthier, so they can lead happier, pain-free lives,” Nelson said. “From your first appointment to post-operative checkups and physical therapy, we focus on getting you back to the things you love as soon as possible.” He is one of the only surgeons in Oklahoma to have received fellowship training in shoulder and elbow surgery from the American Shoulder & Elbow Surgeons Association, and is certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery. Nelson and his Physician Assistants provide exceptional care for patients in and out of the operating room. “Dr. Nelson and his staff are fantastic,” said one patient. “He evaluated my problem and gave me options for treatment. When the time came for surgery, I was aware of everything. Surgery and recovery were a breeze, and I highly recommend him.”
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Robert Unsell, MD O R T H O P E D I C S U R G E RY
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r. R. Garrett Steinmetz, M.D. is a board certified, fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine treating adult and pediatric patients. Dr. Steinmetz has advanced training in arthroscopic and open treatment of shoulder, knee and elbow injuries. Growing up in the small town of Fort Cobb, Oklahoma, Dr. Steinmetz was a part of the Fort Cobb-Broxton basketball dynasty as both player and coach, which has resulted in multiple state basketball championships. Prior to his medical training, Dr. Steinmetz attended Oklahoma Baptist University where he was a starter on the 2010 NAIA National Basketball Championship team. Dr. Steinmetz believes his humble upbringing in rural Oklahoma and his athletic accomplishments have helped sculpt his professional career, and is reflected in his orthopedic practice. Dr. Steinmetz completed his medical school and residency training at the University of Oklahoma and fellowship training in sports medicine and shoulder surgery at the prestigious Washington University in St. Louis. While in fellowship, he was an associate team physician for the Stanley Cup Champion St. Louis Blues and multiple NCAA Division I, II and III universities. As a native Oklahoman, he strives to provide exemplary orthopedic care for his fellow Okies, explaining options and treatment plans in-depth.
Dr. Steinmetz has been published over 25 times in various major medical journals regarding orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. He has presented multiple poster and podium presentations at conferences across the country and has received several awards for his research throughout his career. He has continued to advance medical knowledge through research and is currently involved in multiple clinical trials.
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r. Brett Braly has been familiar with the complexities of spine health long before he became the orthopedic spine surgeon he is today. As a teen, Braly sustained an injury to his lumbar spine while competitive wrestling, a condition seen all too often in young athletes. Patients who suffer from nerve pain will know he was very eager to have it resolved, and that meant surgery. Unfortunately, the surgical options available in the late 90’s were coupled will prolonged recovery and surgical pain. Since then, using his own recovery as motivation to pursue orthopedic medicine, Braly developed his approach to include a minimally invasive skillset, resulting in quicker and less painful recovery. These cutting edge techniques have made Braly an essential resource for spine research. Braly believes in the power of medical advancement. Contributing to global spine research and education efforts allows Oklahomans access to progressive care at The Spine Clinic of Oklahoma City. Just as no two patients are the same, no two spine ailments are alike either. Many treatment options are available for most spine pathology that allows our team to treat patients without surgical intervention. Braly has led his team in an amazing evolution of spine care that is constantly on the rise. Spine health is a team effort and Braly has surrounded himself with a group of experienced providers who are motivated to deliver the best possible care to Oklahomans. Dr. Brett Braly and his team consider it an honored to celebrate their 10th year of caring for fellow Oklahomans. Braly states, “I’m proud of Oklahoma City and it’s a privilege to take care of it’s people.”
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hose searching for pediatricians who truly care about their child’s well-being and are committed to providing exceptional healthcare services should look no further than Variety Care. Chief Medical Officer and Director of Pediatrics, Jason Graham, DO, FAAP, and Variety Care of Oklahoma are here to make a difference in the lives of children and their families through unwavering dedication to high-quality care. Dr. Graham is an American Academy of Pediatrics certified Fellow – a distinction that reflects his commitment to excellence in pediatric care. More importantly, he is an integral part of a Variety Care team that believes in creating facilities that offer a wide range of medical services under one roof. By collaborating with various healthcare providers, Variety Care fosters more robust patient relationships and improved patient care. Dr. Graham’s approach to pediatrics is nothing short of remarkable. He injects humor into the patient experience, creating a comfortable and trusting atmosphere. As a father himself, he understands the challenges of raising children and cherishes the opportunity to be a part of their lives and futures. He also sees the provider-patient relationship as a team effort and actively involves families in healthcare decisions. The ultimate goal is to make a positive difference in the lives of patients and their families. Variety Care is at the forefront of healthcare innovation, offering cutting-edge solutions like the new RSV vaccine for infants and COVID-19 vaccines suitable for children as young as six months. “There are few discoveries in public health that can compare with the impact vaccinations have had,” said Dr. Graham. “Vaccines save lives.” Don’t miss the opportunity to have Dr. Jason Graham and Variety Care as your healthcare partners. Experience a medical home that genuinely cares for your child’s well-being and provides the highest quality care. Contact them today for the compassionate, dedicated, and expert pediatric care that your family deserves.
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t Align Interventional Pain, Dr. Morgan Pollard offers 405 residents minimally invasive options for spine pain and nerve pain. Dr. Pollard is born and raised in Oklahoma. She left the state to attend Baylor University and compete on the women’s golf team. She returned for medical school at the University of Oklahoma before her anesthesiology residency and interventional pain fellowship training took her to the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. She says, “Mayo is an incredible place to train under world-class physicians utilizing the newest advancements.” She chose Interventional Pain due to the exciting advances being made in this subspecialty. As minimally invasive medical procedures evolve, the field of Interventional Pain has changed such that pain physicians like Dr. Pollard can now provide lasting treatment rather than just “manage” the pain. “Dr. Pollard and her entire staff are wonderful,” one patient said. “This is a doctor who actually listens to what is going on. Great experience and finally getting some relief.” With offices in Edmond and Enid, Pollard and her team work together to serve patients across the 405 metro.
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eet Dr. Anureet Bajaj, the go-to name for plastic surgery in the 405 metro area! As a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Dr. Bajaj is your expert guide to aesthetic surgery, covering everything from body sculpting to facial procedures and minimally invasive treatments. Bajaj Plastic Surgery isn’t just a clinic; it’s a warm and welcoming environment designed to build trust and confidence. Dr. Bajaj and her dedicated team go the extra mile, creating an atmosphere that nurtures long-lasting relationships — from initial consultation, through the recovery process, and beyond, they’re there every step of the way. Dr. Bajaj emphasizes the importance of teamwork between the physician and the patient for a successful outcome. She is not just passionate about the surgical process; she’s driven to make it a collaborative effort, ensuring that each patient plays an active role in their journey to success. In cultivating meaningful connections with her patients, Dr. Bajaj emphasizes, “Understanding our patients’ stories is essential to establishing a surgeon-patient relationship bound by trust and respect.” For her, the essence of patient care extends beyond surgical expertise. She cherishes the relationships formed along this journey saying, “Life is about the relationships we build.” Dr. Bajaj believes in “thoughtful plastic surgery.” She meticulously examines every aspect of her patients’ journeys, aiming to make the experience exciting and comfortable. Consultations are not just about discussing procedures; they involve in-depth conversations, education, examination, understanding expectations, and the beginning of a lasting relationship. This personalized approach helps her create a customized plan. And once a patient decides to undergo surgery, Dr. Bajaj ensures a seamless experience, allowing them to focus on recovery and enjoying life. In Dr. Bajaj’s own words, “When you look good, you feel good.” Experience the difference at Bajaj Plastic Surgery. Your journey to looking and feeling good starts here!
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he mission of Oklahoma Eye Surgeons is for every patient to feel well-loved and to serve each one with excellence, grace, and compassion. Dr. Sarkisian is committed to innovation in minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) by being active in over 30 clinical trials. He is also dedicated to helping his patients be free of glasses after cataract surgery by offering the newest technology available including PanOptix, Vivity, and the Light Adjustable Lens. He was the first surgeon in Oklahoma to implant the PanOptix trifocal lens. He was also the first surgeon in the state to perform the iStent, iStent Inject, iStent Infinite, Excimer Laser Trabeculostomy (ELT), Hydrus, Xen Gel Stent, Trab-Ex, SION, the iDose, and canaloplasty. He was the first surgeon in the USA to use the OMNI device, and the first in the world to use the TRAB360 and VISCO360 surgical systems, the predicate devices to the OMNI. Dr. Sarkisian is the former director of the glaucoma service and fellowship at the Dean McGee Eye Institute and former Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Oklahoma in Oklahoma City. Dr. Sarkisian obtained his undergraduate degree from Wheaton College, outside Chicago, IL, received a Certificate in Christian Studies from Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia, PA, received his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, PA and completed a residency in Ophthalmology at the State University of New York (SUNY Downstate) in Brooklyn, NY. After a fellowship in glaucoma surgery at UT Memphis, he was on faculty there for two years before being recruited by OU. Due to his involvement in the development of new glaucoma technology, he has been active in presenting and publishing his work both in America and internationally. He co-authored the book Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery, a Practical Guide. Dr. Sarkisian currently serves on the Editorial Board of numerous journals that include the Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, Glaucoma Today, Ophthalmology Management, and Glaucoma Physician. Dr. Sarkisian is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He and his wife Anne have four children and reside in Edmond.
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t SSM St. Anthony, Dr. Svein “Matti” Holsaeter and Dr. Timothy Eldridge have combined their decades of expertise to provide patients with compassionate and competent care for a variety of medical needs. Located at 608 NW 9th Street, Suite 6200 in Oklahoma City, SSM St. Anthony is a center of excellence for 405 residents in need of surgical care. For three decades, Dr. Holsaeter has practiced surgery with a focus on colon, gastrointestinal, gallbladder, mininally invasive laparoscopic, lap band procedures for weight loss, hernia and thyroid surgeries. He was named Legacy Surgeon of 2024 by 405 Magazine. Dr. Holsaeter is originally from Norway and received his medical degree from Eberhardt Karls University in Germany. He completed his residency at Texas Tech University of Health Sciences Center and served in the 654th Medical Group at Tinker Air Force Base. He is a Fellow with the American College of Surgeons and is fluent in German, Norwegian and English.
Dr. Eldridge focuses on hernia repair, laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery, minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery, gallbladder, robotic assisted surgery and surgical oncology. He was born in Chicago and grew up in the Midwest. After graduating summa cum laude with degrees in biology and philosophy at Wittenberg University in Ohio, he attended medical school at Georgetown University and graduated with honors. He completed residency at Wright State University in Dayton, OH and fellowship in surgical endoscopy at Mt. Sinai Hospital in Cleveland, OH. Dr. Eldridge also served with the 49th med group at Holloman AirForce Base in New Mexico. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons, the American Medical Association and other professional and charitable organizations.
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r. Kimberly Jerdan, a renowned dermatologist, is the driving force behind Jerdan Dermatology Laser and Aesthetic Institute. Her journey to success began in rural Illinois, where she spent her formative years before embarking on an impressive academic journey. Dr. Jerdan pursued a well-rounded education at Duke University, juggling pre-medicine studies with a major in Spanish and minors in History and Chemistry. She completed her medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford where she received the Adolph A. Rostenberg Jr. Award for Outstanding Student in Dermatology. Dr. Jerdan completed her dermatology residency at the University of Illinois College (UIC) of Medicine at Chicago, where she was selected as Chief Resident her senior year of residency training. Driven by a passion for cosmetic dermatology, she secured a year-long cosmetic and laser surgery fellowship at the Gateway Aesthetic Institute and Laser Center in Salt Lake City, Utah.
She has published numerous articles for peer-reviewed journals and presented the findings at local and national dermatology meetings on general dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, and laser surgery. Aside from treating general dermatology issues, Dr. Jerdan believes in a synergistic approach to the practice of cosmetic dermatologic surgery by complementing a maintenance program with the latest advances in dermatologic surgery and technology. She believes this unique skillset should be done by those trained for this with an artistic eye and emphasis on natural beauty to make patients become a more rejuvenated and refreshed version of themselves. She adheres to the Hippocratic oath, prioritizing patient well-being over cosmetic interventions. Her patients appreciate her transparency, often joking that she is the “worst salesman” as she will not oversell and compromise a natural look.
At Jerdan Dermatology Laser and Aesthetic Institute, Dr. Kimberly Jerdan continues to make significant strides in the field, ensuring that her patients receive the highest quality of care, blending medical expertise with cosmetic enhancements.
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or those seeking personalized care for spinal health, you should look no further than Dr. Lance Smith. A distinguished orthopedic spine surgeon practicing in Oklahoma City, Dr. Smith and his dedicated team at Apex Healthcare Partners are devoted to delivering the highest standard of care to patients in Oklahoma and surrounding states. Why Choose Dr. Lance Smith and Apex Healthcare Partners? With a commitment to tailoring unique treatment plans for each patient, Dr. Smith understands the apprehensions often accompanying spine-related health concerns. He strives to create a comfortable and collaborative environment, ensuring that patients feel heard and confident in their chosen course of action – surgical or non-surgical. A Personal Touch to Patient Care Dr. Smith’s joy and fulfillment stem from helping patients reclaim their lives. By getting to know each individual personally and understanding their stories and aspirations, he customizes treatment plans to align with their objectives. The goal is not just recovery but enabling patients to return to doing what they love most.
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Meet the Man Behind the White Coat His grandfather, a beloved pharmacist in rural Missouri, inspired Dr. Smith’s medical journey. Raised with a profound purpose to serve others, Dr. Smith brings medical expertise and a passion for community service. Alongside his beautiful wife, Kristen, and three wonderful children, the Smith family actively supports various non-profit organizations, contributing to the community’s well-being. Get Back to Living Your Life Fully with Dr. Lance Smith at Apex Healthcare Partners. Don’t let spine health concerns linger. Dr. Smith and his team are dedicated to providing answers and solutions. The journey to a pain-free, active life begins at Apex Healthcare Partners, where excellence meets compassion. Schedule a consultation today and experience the difference in spinal care.
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mbark on a revolutionary journey to wellness with Dr. Kevin White and Prime Health Associates. We redefine healthcare by integrating the applied science of longevity and placing your well-being at the forefront of our mission. At Prime Health, we don’t just treat symptoms – we partner with you on a personalized path to sustained health. Dr. White graduated from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and completed his emergency medicine and trauma residency at Washington University in St. Louis. His unwavering commitment to your health extends beyond traditional methods. We take pride in profoundly knowing our patients and understanding the intricacies of their health. Our approach transcends merely diagnosing illness, and we chart a personalized course toward sustained well-being. We also tailor healthcare to the individual. Every nuance of a patient’s medical history is meticulously examined, and your journey is guided by a collaborative effort with our expert team, including the renowned nutritionist, skilled raw food chef, and owner of “Plant,” Emma Ryan. Empowerment is at the core of what we do. With Prime Health Associates, you’re not just a patient but an active participant in optimizing your health journey. We provide you with the tools, knowledge, and support needed to make informed decisions about your well-being. It’s not just about living longer. It’s about living better. Join us in embracing a new era of healthcare where longevity meets personalized care. Dr. Kevin White and Prime Health Associates are dedicated to helping you achieve a longer and better life. Your wellness journey starts here.
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oard-certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology with special certification in Neurotology, Dr. Berryhill brings unparalleled expertise to his practice. Former President of the Oklahoma Academy of Otolaryngology, he is a proud member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and the American Medical Association. With a background at the University of Oklahoma and a dedicated tenure since 2010 at Oklahoma Otolaryngology Associates, Dr. Berryhill now welcomes patients in Norman and Edmond. As an Oklahoma native, Dr. Berryhill understands the importance of community and family, cherishing his role as a husband to Stephanie and father of five. Driven by a passion cultivated during medical school in Minnesota, Dr. Berryhill finds immense reward in helping patients hear and function better. His commitment to reconnecting individuals to society underscores his dedication. “The most impacting thing we can do for people is reconnecting them to society,” said Dr. Berryhill. “Giving people back the opportunity to interact with the world is one of the most fulfilling things we do.”
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orn and raised in Oklahoma City, Dr. Morgan brings a hometown touch to healthcare. A board-certified practitioner with academic roots at the University of Oklahoma, she earned her Zoology degree in 2001 and a medical degree in 2005, followed by a residency at OU Health Sciences Center. In 2014, she founded Morgan Family Medicine, redefining care holistically and emphasizing lifestyle choices as a team effort. Dedicated to caring for patients of all ages, Dr. Morgan and her practice offer tailored medical care from routine wellness exams to acute treatments. Her friendly chair-side manner fosters a unique patient experience, transcending the typical doctor-patient relationship. Patients praise her non-judgmental support and collaborative approach. Balancing a fulfilling career and family life, Dr. Morgan embodies the spirit of Morgan Family Medicine. Visit them for healthcare that goes beyond – where expertise, compassion, and community converge for your well-being. Schedule your appointment and begin your journey to lasting health today!
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Congratulations to our top doctors at INTEGRIS Health. Our mission is partnering with people to live healthier lives—and our physicians are at the core of that partnership. We are privileged to have such accomplished and dedicated physicians to work alongside and partner with to carry out our mission. From all of us at INTEGRIS Health, we extend our appreciation for all you do for our patients.
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R E STAU R A N T S , I N M A N Y WAYS , A R E A BOU T SY M M E try. It’s the balance of flavors on a plate and in a glass. It’s the aesthetic fine line between comfort and style. And it’s the people behind the whole endeavor, working in harmony to cook up something distinct, memorable and refined. The latter is a particular guiding light for the owners of Symmetry, a contemporary American newcomer at 9203 N. Penn Ave. in Casady Square that threads the needle between familiar comforts and thoughtful innovation. “Hospitality Refined” is the ethos for co-owners Dave Osborn and Jason Pool, seasoned experts in the local fine dining field who, after years working at establishments like Mahogany Steakhouse, finally fulfilled their dream of opening their own concept together, synchronizing their skillsets for a restaurant that, despite being brand-new, instantly feels classic. While ruminating over the initial idea, Osborn fortuitously drove by the Symmetry space while out shopping for shoes, and saw that it was for sale. Formerly Naifeh Fine Jewelry, and most recently a short-lived restaurant called The Vault, the space was precisely what they were looking for. “I called Jason right away, and we talked to a real estate guy,” says Osborn. “We stepped in the building and thought, ‘We’re doing this, aren’t we?’” Being a turnkey space with no construction necessary, it made for an easier transition for the pair, who made some aesthetic changes and hired Tammy Barrett as interior designer. “We wanted a different vibe of a restaurant that you don’t see anywhere,” explained Osborn, describing the space as sexy and sophisticated, and pointing out a striking painting of a woman’s face, aptly split into two symmetrical halves over an elongated fireplace as 72
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a central focal point. “That picture, we fell in love with it and texted it to Tammy and said we want to design the space around it.” Osborn and Pool worked with Krysta Henry to upholster stunning symmetrical lounge booths, bedazzled with diamond-shaped tufting, which anchor the dining room in front of the painting. From there, the swank dining room sprawls out with cozy curtain-clad booths, candlelit tables and a rounded bar, where bar manager Austin Greer uses a special ice press to create perfectly translucent and symmetrical diamond-shaped ice. Glenn Scott serves as executive chef, manning what Osborn and Pool call a “chef-driven steakhouse” with international influences and a refined, meaty menu of filets, rib-eyes and bison, along with truffle beurre blanc salmon, pork chops with chimichurri and chicken breast with calabrian romesco and saffron cream.
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“What we created is a destination,” said Osborn. “You can hang out, have a drink, a really nice dinner and a nightcap at the bar.”
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“Chef has an incredible palate, and eye for color,” said Pool, citing his menu inspirations from Korea, Spain, Morocco, France and beyond, while sourcing steaks from a farm an hour south. “It all makes sense on the menu. The dishes tie in together, and it flows.” For instance, an oyster trio stands out as a star starter, featuring two with Argentine chimichurri, two with Frenchstyle apple mignonette and two with Spanish romesco. The same concept holds true behind the bar, where Greer leads a collaborative team and a menu of modernized classics, like an Old Fashioned with pumpernickel rye and pecan syrup, or a Paper Plane topped with fluffy blackberry-sage foam. Conveniently situated just north of Nichols Hills, and close to areas like the Britton District, The Village and Quail Creek, Osborn and Pool want Symmetry to become a one-stop shop for area residents — one that can double as a destination and a familiar favorite. “What we created is a destination,” said Osborn. “You can hang out, have a drink, a really nice dinner and a nightcap at the bar.” For the two longtime restaurateurs with an eye for aesthetic, a penchant for hospitality and a palate for refined cuisine, every element of their dream establishment came down to symmetry. “We wanted to pay homage to what had been here the longest, and we love history,” Osborn recalled. “Looking up all the terms in the jewelry world, we found symmetry, and what stuck was the cut of a diamond needed to be perfectly cut in order to shine. For a restaurant to be successful, everything needs to come into play.”
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After originating as OKC’s first vegan food truck in 2013, The Loaded Bowl put down brick and mortar roots in the Farmers Market District, cementing its status as an epicenter of meat-free comfort food. Offerings prove that you don’t need meat to be big and bold, like Mac Bowls made with rotini pasta and cashew “cheese” and Mashed Potato Bowls heaped with sage gravy and grilled corn. It’s also renowned for its vegan baked goods, like frosted cupcakes and cookies.
Another food truck fueled by vegetables, The Beet Box recently put down roots in the Plaza District as well, offering a vegetal approach to the soul food that co-owner Randon Moore grew up eating. Putting a vegan spin on tradition, the menu keeps things hearty with Hot Honey “Chickless” Sandwiches, where both the chicken and the honey are vegan, “Filet-O-Fish-less” Sandwiches and piled-high Veggie Dagwood Sandwiches stacked with seasonal produce and hummus.
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The Mule, 1800 NW 16th St.
A restaurant known for sandwiches stuffed with mac & cheese and pulled pork may not seem the most obvious pick for vegan fare, but The Mule just happens to serve one of the best veggie sandwiches in the city. Aptly dubbed, the Herbivore is a rich symphony of texture and color, layering cashew “cheese,” roasted beets, mushrooms, sun-dried tomato pesto, avocado, grilled jalapeño, grilled onions and chipotle aioli between nutty Vienna wheat bread.
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As Oklahoma City’s first craft coffee roaster, Midtown’s Elemental Coffee has always been a pioneer. It’s a sentiment that’s just as true with its above-and-beyond food menu, as evidenced by its impressive selection of eats and sweets. Much is vegan or vegan-friendly, from its habitforming salted chocolate chip cookies baked with vegan butter to Soul Bowls brimming with quinoa, tahini, butternut squash and pepperand walnut-based muhammara. Menu specials, especially in the bakery department, offer a rotating spree of always-interesting treats, like tahini-banana bread and orange sugar cookies. Since its inception in 2009, Picasso Cafe has been a community anchor in the Paseo Arts District — a beacon of something-for-everyone hospitality, in a vibrant space where the art on the walls reflects the artistry on the plate. A major facet is the restaurant’s vegetarian and vegan menu section, featuring fanfavorite fixtures like chicken-fried portobello mushrooms, quinoa tacos, jackfruit tikka masala and vegan meatloaf.
Guyutes, 730 NW 23rd St.
With menu options as varied as bacon-wrapped tomatoes, catfish wontons and plantain quesadillas, you’d be hard-pressed to find a more eclectic restaurant than Guyutes, a punk-rock cornerstone that puts just as much heft into vegetarian items. Start with the Gimme The Beat, a lustrous platter of roasted beet hummus with housemade sweet potato chips, or try that same hummus on the pesto-based Whole Earth pizza or in the Peace in the Middle East wrap, rolled in a whole-wheat tortilla with falafel, cauliflower, couscous, quinoa, pickled carrots and lemon vinaigrette.
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I N T H E BA R A N D R E S TAU R A N T I N DUS T RY, PH I L O S ophies of sustainability, community and creativity are often woven through menus and special events, but at Sailor & the Dock, a new bar, events venue and retail concept at 617 W. Sheridan Ave. in Film Row, they’re more than buzzwords — they’re central to every facet of the business. Coming from a real estate background, founder Hamid Pezeshkian moved home to Oklahoma City with the goal to connect nature with real estate by turning under-utilized spaces — in this case a defunct ’20s warehouse — into something that could serve the community anew. Sailor & the Dock is a collective of indie eco-conscious businesses, selling everything from books and vintage clothes to olive oil and tea. Drinks are a central through-line, from the apothecary-style tea shop at Re:Supply Market to Hunny & Honey, a heartfelt cafe from Matthew Griffin, whose caffeinated resume includes opening Neon Coffee with 84 Hospitality and The Gilded Acorn with Andrew Black. The latter was an inspiration and collaborator on Hunny & Honey, where sustainability, community and creativity are as palpable as the brown sugar milk tea or the avocado toast. “The name Hunny & Honey is a term of endearment for people we love,” said Griffin of his cafe, where drinks are an ingredient used to foster community. “We want people to feel at home, and we embody that in our coffee, food and customer service.” In the middle of the space is the Dock Bar, made using a repurposed sailboat from Lake Hefner, where mocktails echo the company’s other key 76
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tenet: wellness. Pezeshkian uses local produce for fresh juices as much as possible, along with fruit he grows himself at an orchard he owns with his brother in San Diego. “Growing in a sustainable way is the key to wellness,” he noted of the bar’s use of everything from grapefruit and dragonfruit to passion fruit and elderberries. “It’s a way to incorporate what we grow with other producers of high-quality produce that are sustainable.” Mocktails reflect the growing seasons, with current wintry fare like apple mules with spiced agave, hibiscus fi zzes with orange or lemony elderberry spritzes. There’s also craft beer and wine, and mocktails can be topped with Champagne, but the spirit-free focus is a way to showcase alcohol-free mixology and keep wellness — in an environment that feels wholly sustainable and communal — front-and-center. Be it coffee, milk tea or mocktails, drinks are just one aspect of Sailor & the Dock designed to draw community together. “It’s the synergy with everyone; not just the individuality of the shops, but how everything comes together” said Griffi n. “We’re not just coffee and food; we’re the human connection.”
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OKC’s Top 6 Selfie Sculptures Our favorite artistic sites to take your picture in 2024
P OSI NG W I T H PU BL IC A RT IS T H E NOR M W H E N ON vacation. Who travels to Chicago without having their picture taken with “The Bean”? But taking pictures with local art should be just as common, especially since we have such amazing pieces throughout our great state. Here are six sculptures you should plan on snapping your pic with this year.
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1. “The Kiss,” northeast corner of N. Robinson Avenue and Robert S. Kerr Artist Klint Schor was commissioned to create an outdoor sculpture in 2017 by Downtown OKC Initiatives with the goal of sparking conversation and activating urban space. This captivating piece, which was installed in November of last year, is a clear symbol of emotion as two figures engaged in a kiss are supporting each other in a public display of affection. All forms of love would be great to capture in front of “The Kiss,” from planting a smooch on your special someone to popping the question.
3. “Bridge of Brotherhood,” corner of Edwards and Broadway, Edmond In 1891, the first Black-owned property in Edmond opened; in October of last year, artist Angela Mia De la Vega unveiled a statue in the same location celebrating this piece of history. It depicts three boys sitting on a bridge they built, representing the relationships that will carry them into the world as equals. This is the perfect location for an annual photoshoot of your kids and their friends, to see how they have changed and grown.
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2. “Taking Flight: Light as a Feather,” Scissortail Park Despite being 14,000 pounds, this 31-foot-high sculpture by artists Lesley Chang and Jason Klimoski looks true to its name as a giant feather gracefully arches to the sky. Whether you take a picture during the day with the city as a backdrop, or at night when it is illuminated with 276 integrated fiberoptics with LED lamps, you are sure to make a special memory. While you’re visiting Scissortail, stop by the lower park and grab a picture with “Trash Monster,” a vibrant, colorful, educational sculpture from artist Gabriel Friedman that’s made completely of trash.
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4. “Architectural DNA,” 123 NW 10th Street One of the most fascinating pieces of public art in Midtown is suspended in mid-air. Created from a spiral fire escape salvaged from the historic Marion Hotel, this floating double helix was installed by Fitzsimmons Architects of Oklahoma City in 2014. Find this hovering gem this year, and be sure to capture it from all sides.
5. “Finity,” Science Museum Oklahoma World-renowned artist and inventor Tom Shannon was commissioned by The Kirkpatrick Family Fund to honor SMO founder John Kirkpatrick, and in 2021 “Finity” was brought to life. Made up of five spinning polyhedrons which represent fire, air, earth, water and the cosmos, this 25-foot sculpture designed to be interactive and move with the wind is really something special. Visitors are encouraged to push each shape they can reach and watch as inertia spins the higher pieces. The mirrored stainless steel is also the best selfie spot in town.
Credit where it’s due Taking pictures and posting them online is a great way for your friends and family to be a part of your experience. But did you consider that crediting the artist is a great way to be an art ally and support their work? When you post a photo of any public art, look around for the artist’s name — it’s usually close by. Be sure to mention them in your caption and tag them on social media when you post.
6. “Together Together,” OKC Convention Center, 100 Mick Cornett Drive Local artist Joe Slack unveiled “Together Together” just last month in front of the Oklahoma City Convention Center. Allied Arts OKC commissioned the 26-foot-tall, 18,000-pound sculpture, of which Slack said, “My hope is that this sculpture represents what unites us in similarity rather than what divides us in discord. We are all in this Together Together.”
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Looks to Last The green sensibility behind Heather Louise Jewelry BY L AV I N I A C R E S WA
Have you always been interested in making jewelry?
I’ve always been creative. I grew up in a family that had craft rooms and workshops, so creativity has always been a part of my life. In high school I played with macramé and woven jewelry. I’ve done polymer clay, hand-stamped and beaded jewelry.
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Now you make jewelry out of sterling silver, right? How did that come about?
HEATHER SWEARINGEN’S passions lie in two things: jewelry making and green living. So when she began metalsmithing eight years ago, it was clear from the start that her business would need to be in alignment with her ethical values. Heather Louise Jewelry features handmade heirloom artisan pieces that are beautiful on both the eyes and the consciousness. We sat down with Swearingen to discuss what exactly sustainable jewelry means, and why you should consider adding a piece or two to your own collection. 82
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I was looking for something new to try. My husband and I went to a craft store and I found a metal stamping kit with copper blanks and little metal stamps with letters. I slowly taught myself how to do that by practice and watching YouTube videos. Now I do everything from soldering to sawing and setting the stones myself. What exactly is sustainable jewelry?
Sustainable to me is everything from only using certified recycled sterling silver to studio practices that are plastic-free, low waste and non-toxic, as
well as carbon neutral shipping. I buy gemstones directly from the mine owners and when possible, use stones that were ethically mined. I focus more on the environmental aspect. Why is making jewelry sustainable so important to you?
I love vintage and antique jewelry and wanted to create pieces that were timeless and high quality, so they could be passed down multiple generations. Precious metals can be recycled infinitely, so if you don’t love an heirloom piece it can be redesigned and doesn’t go to waste. How would you describe your design aesthetic?
I would describe my art as being very feminine. My work is romantic and dainty. I’m inspired by nature, so you’ll find things like flowers, birds and feathers, butterflies and celestial themes. The changing of seasons greatly influences my work as well.
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Walk me through how you make a piece.
Part of the beauty of hand-made is that it’s a little imperfect; there are tool marks and everything is one of a kind. With this zinnia necklace I’m wearing, for instance, I started with the stone and designed the piece around it. I cut two discs out of sheet metal. I then stamped lines all the way around, and used my hand saw to cut out each petal. I added the little details like the folds of the petals. After I soldered the two discs together, I created the bezel, which is made to hold the stone. I file, sand and polish smooth as a finishing touch before it’s ready to wear. What’s next for you and your jewelry line?
I want to start working on more curated collections that focus on my signature designs and best-sellers. I feel like I’ve found my voice, and want to offer a bigger selection of the core pieces my customers love. How can we keep up with you?
I have an email newsletter through my website, HeatherLouiseJewelry.com. I share style guides and tips, sneak peek new collections and offer exclusive deals and giveaways. With each new collection, my VIP members get early access shopping before it’s open to the public. You can also follow me on social media @heatherlouisejewelry to catch all the fun behind the scenes. 405MAGAZINE.COM
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Four Wheels and a Dream The Oklahoma invention that revolutionized grocery shopping BY L I N DA M I L L E R
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Sylvan Goldman, inventor of the shopping cart.
When Kuralt asked Goldman if shopping carts made him rich, the inventor quipped, “Well, they didn’t make me poor.” Goldman, a son of immigrant parents, was born in Ardmore in 1898 and worked at the family dry goods store. After World War I he and older brother Alfred opened a fruit and produce store in Texas, then moved to California to work for grocery wholesalers. There they discovered the supermarket, a store with meat, vegetables, fruit, canned goods and more all under one roof. Eager to cash in on this new concept, the brothers moved back to Oklahoma, established the Sun Grocery Co., and opened a store on April 3, 1920, in Tulsa. Success was immediate, and a year later they had 21 stores throughout the state. In 1929, the brothers sold the stores to Skaggs-Safeway Stores; in 1934 Sylvan purchased the teetering Humpty Dumpty grocery chain and made it prosperous. Alfred died in 1937.
Goldman, who married Margaret “Babe” Katz in 1931, was active in the grocery industry and the community for years. He served as president of the Super Market Institute and vice president of the National Association of Food Chains. He may be best known for inventing the shopping cart, but he was a devoted philanthropist who was also generous with his time and donations to local organizations, groups and art museums. He was inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame in 1971. After retiring from the grocery industry, he became involved in real estate development, banking, insurance and savings and loan institutions. He died in 1984. Next time you walk into a store and instinctively reach for a shopping cart, send him a thumbs-up.
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D U R I N G T H E M I D - 1 9 3 0 S , O K L Ahoma City grocer Sylvan N. Goldman realized that shopping wasn’t all that easy in his Humpty Dumpty stores. Shoppers, most of whom were women, could fi ll their hand-carried wicker or wire baskets with only enough food for a few days. Often the baskets would become burdensome and heavy. Grocery stores were getting larger, adding another complication to the problem. Goldman needed a solution, a comfortable and effortless way for customers to shop from one side of the store to the other and pick up everything they needed in one visit. In 1936 he hit upon an idea that changed the way people shopped for groceries. He invented the shopping cart. His prototype, wheels on a folding chair with two baskets, was simple but innovative. He finetuned the cart, patented it and started the Folding Basket Carrier Co., eager to get the wheeled contraption into his stores. The day fi nally arrived on June 4, 1937. He wanted to witness the event, so he went to his largest store — where he saw people shopping, but none using his cart. He was surprised and disappointed. “Well, I thought it would be an immediate success,” Goldman told CBS television reporter Charles Kuralt in a 1977 interview. “I was so enthused about the cart,” he said, adding that he even bought advertising touting the big event. Shoppers were reluctant to use the wheeled metal cart; women likened it to pushing a baby carriage and men thought it wasn’t manly. Quick-thinking Goldman hired men and women of various ages to push the carts and pretend to be shopping in his stores. The convenience was evident, and soon everyone wanted to use one. A few years later he introduced a cart with a child seat, making it even easier for shoppers with young children to wheel through the stores. Carts became larger, too. More in the basket equals more store sales.
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The Adventure District, located near the intersection of Northeast 63rd Street and Martin Luther King Avenue, was not the initial choice for developers but eventually emerged as the perfect canvas for their vision, providing ample space for various facilities. Beyond recreation, the development addresses a community need for increased entertainment and retail options, extending operational hours beyond the conventional 5 p.m. closing time. Brittani Hunter, the district’s executive director, expounded on the project’s significance in response to the community’s demand for enhanced entertainment and retail choices. As a potential catalyst for economic growth, Boomtown OKC will breathe new life into the area, spotlighting small businesses to complement existing attractions. The addition of a new planetarium at the Science Museum Oklahoma and the Exhibition Africa Habitat at the Oklahoma City Zoo also enhance the district’s allure, promising a more expansive experience for visitors. A distinctive highlight of Boomtown OKC will be the dedicated pickleball facility, featuring 16 indoor courts and four outdoor courts. Under Matt Hastings, CEO of the Social Pickle, the facility includes a pro shop and beverage bar that caters to players of all ages and skill levels. With the indoor and outdoor volleyball courts,
restaurants and the hotel, Boomtown OKC should be shaping up to be a comprehensive entertainment destination. As construction progresses, Boomtown OKC represents a testament to ongoing revitalization efforts in the Adventure District and a significant commercial development. With a focus on engagement, community, belonging and innovation, the Adventure District is poised to evolve into a vibrant and unified entertainment hub, offering diverse attractions for both residents and tourists.
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