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Hillcrest South Cath Lab Grand Reopening
Read more: Hillcrest South Cath Lab Grand ReopeningSeptember 1 – Staff at Hillcrest Hospital South celebrated the grand reopening of Cath Lab 1 with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony. Outfitted with the latest life-saving cardiac technology, the renovated lab represents a significant investment in advanced patient care and better outcomes for our community. This new space will help our clinical teams continue delivering…
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How do I know it’s time for joint replacement?
Read more: How do I know it’s time for joint replacement?Joint replacement is a big decision. It’s one that requires careful thought about your pain, your personal goals and what recovery will look like. It can have a meaningful impact on your mobility, independence and overall quality of life, so it’s important to feel confident in your choice. There are a few things you can…
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Hillcrest Hospital South Opens New Surgery Center
Read more: Hillcrest Hospital South Opens New Surgery CenterJune 17, 2026 (Tulsa, OK) – Hillcrest Hospital South held a ribbon-cutting event for a new outpatient surgery center June 17. The newly renovated 17,000 square-foot center will allow patients to receive necessary surgical procedures in a peaceful, spa-like environment that includes recliners for procedure preparation. The location has a separate, covered single-level entrance making it easy…
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Tulsa woman praises surgeon after life-changing procedure
Read more: Tulsa woman praises surgeon after life-changing procedureAfter years of shoulder pain, a fractured humerus, and a long search for answers, 68-year-old Carla Evans was thankful to find a surgeon whose advanced training is matched by an uncommon level of personal care. Evans, a retired air traffic controller who spent three decades in one of the country’s most stressful professions, describes orthopedic…
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‘This does not define me’ — Hillcrest patient ready to fight breast cancer with comprehensive care
Read more: ‘This does not define me’ — Hillcrest patient ready to fight breast cancer with comprehensive careA new battle Andrea McGowan, a 50-year-old mother of three, was initially overwhelmed by test results revealing she had breast cancer. But thanks to the quick and comprehensive care of teams at Utica Park Clinic and OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center at Hillcrest, she is well-equipped to fight it. McGowan’s doctors saw a spot on…
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Hillcrest Medical Center’s OBED serving pregnant patients and new mothers
Read more: Hillcrest Medical Center’s OBED serving pregnant patients and new mothersHillcrest Medical Center (HMC) is home to a new obstetric emergency department (OBED). The dedicated emergency room opened in Oct. 2025 for patients from 14 weeks of pregnancy to 6-week post-partum. HMC’s OBED features: Having a separate emergency room for these patients is vital for ensuring the best possible outcomes for pregnant people, as it…
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Tulsa cancer patient now gets treatment closer to home thanks to OU, Hillcrest partnership
Read more: Tulsa cancer patient now gets treatment closer to home thanks to OU, Hillcrest partnershipSara Snow is saving precious time in her fight against cancer thanks to OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center at Hillcrest. She used to drive nearly four hours round trip to be treated in Oklahoma City, now she gets high-quality treatment 5 minutes from home. Dr. Kyle Brett, oncologist, spoke to News on 6 about why Sara’s treatment…
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How robots are changing lung cancer outcomes in Oklahoma
Read more: How robots are changing lung cancer outcomes in OklahomaNew robotic surgery systems in Oklahoma are revolutionizing lung cancer treatment by enabling early detection and minimally invasive procedures. The TOME truck by Intuitive visited Hillcrest Medical Center to give staff and patients an up-close and personal look at two pieces of this technology, which aim to shift most lung cancer diagnoses from stage four to stage…
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Tulsa cancer patients now have access to National Cancer Institute care locally
Read more: Tulsa cancer patients now have access to National Cancer Institute care locallyHillcrest’s partnership with OU Health is bringing cutting-edge cancer care to Tulsa in a way Tulsans have never seen before. Dr. Kyle Brett, oncologist at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center at Hillcrest, spoke to News on 6 about the collaboration. News on 6 also spoke with Hillcrest employee and cancer patient Liz Busten, who says…
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Breast cancer awareness and the importance of early detection
Read more: Breast cancer awareness and the importance of early detectionOne in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. Dr. Clint Merritt, breast surgical oncologist with Utica Park Clinic, sat down with News on 6 to talk about the importance of early detection, and why you may need to get a mammogram earlier if you have a family history of the disease.…
