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Clinton, OK April 4, 2022 – Over the course of a year, the impact of AllianceHealth Clinton adds up as the skilled and compassionate hands of physicians, nurses, and other team members deliver safe, quality care around the clock every day. Beyond clinical care, AllianceHealth Clinton is a major employer and regularly invests resources to expand and enhance the services available locally. The overall community benefit each year is significant and totaled more than $21.6 million in 2021. Last year, the ho... ... Read More

Clinton, OK 02/10/2022 – The average U.S. life expectancy of 84 years means many Baby Boomers reaching age 65 have nearly two decades of life ahead. Advanced years bring more risks to your health that can impact quality of life as you age. Jessica Simmons Wright, APRN, a primary care provider with AllianceHealth Medical Group-Family Medicine Clinton reminds us some factors like genetics are beyond your control, but healthy lifestyle choices, timely identification and management of the following common, ... ... Read More

Clinton, OK - Dec 28, 2021 – Start the New Year off right by committing to you in 2022. Simple actions can make a big impact on your health over time. Dr. U. Jeffrey Ogar, a primary care with obstetrics physician with AllianceHealth Clinton, shares a few tips to consider this year. Connect with others . Spend time with friends, family and those you care about. You’ll benefit your mental well-being and your physical health. Studies show that people who have close friends and family are healthier and live... ... Read More

Learn your risk factors to prevent life-threatening blood clots. Clinton, OK 08/19/21 – The pandemic has heightened attention to the dangers of blood clots including deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism and clot-provoked stroke. According to the National Blood Clot Alliance (NBCA), blood clots kill 274 Americans each day when they restrict blood flow and cause a medical emergency. While different types of blood clotting are being reported among people affected by COVID-19, particularly those who bec... ... Read More

I write today with hope for the future and gratitude for the resilience of our provider team at AllianceHealth Clinton. The pandemic has demonstrated how interconnected we all are, the impact each one of us can have and the benefit of working together for a common cause. We care deeply about our community and remain steadfast in our commitment to deliver safe, quality healthcare services. The arc of life is always present in a hospital, but its frailty has been very clear this past year. Hundreds of pat... ... Read More

Tracy P. Byers, FACHE has been named chief executive officer for AllianceHealth Clinton effective August 8. In his 20 plus years of experience in the healthcare industry, Byers has built a strong track record of success in physician recruitment, expansion of services, and operational leadership, and he has demonstrated passion for service and quality excellence. Chairman of the AllianceHealth Clinton board of trustees, Ken Baker stated, “The board and I are happy to welcome Tracy as AllianceHealth Clint... ... Read More

Oklahoma City among the most challenging places to live for seasonal allergies Clinton, OK April 30, 2021 – While Spring brings sunshine, emerging greenery and longer days, many people dread this season for the sinus pressure, headaches, itchy eyes and respiratory problems it brings. More than 50 million people suffer with nasal allergies and half of those also have seasonal pollen allergies, according to The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), which recently released a listing of the most ... ... Read More

Clinton, OK 04/21/2021—AllianceHealth Clinton is working to make it easier than ever to see a primary care provider. New and existing patients now may request Telehealth ASAP, which allows access to your existing primary care doctor or the next available provider from the comfort of home – without an appointment. “Easy access to care is important to us,” says Kim Hunter, physician practice manager. “For some people, the only thing more convenient than making a virtual visit appointment is having a teleh... ... Read More

AllianceHealth Clinton welcomed more than 175 newborns in 2020 and is prepared to deliver more this year Clinton, OK - March 3, 2021 – The delivery of babies has been a happy event for the labor and delivery team at AllianceHealth Clinton over the past year. Hundreds of infants have taken their first breath at the hospital and been a welcome sight in the midst of the global pandemic. While the virus has changed many things in the world, the hospital’s childbirth center and nursery are a pleasant constan... ... Read More

Clinton, OK –February 25, 2021 – The thought of having surgery for a nagging injury or lingering pain can make some patients feel uneasy. But, as many experts have said over the last few months, it is extremely important not to neglect medical needs during the pandemic. Patients can feel confident seeking care the medical care they need at AllianceHealth Clinton. Numerous steps have been put in place to keep patients safe during their visits, including: Screening all visitors for COVID-19 exposure and s... ... Read More