Texoma Medical Center

05/04/2026

Hooray! Help us celebrate these incredible milestones of three of our staff members.

⭐ Kaden Ashcraft, RCIS, is a tech in our cardiac catheterization lab and is now a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS). We have had several nurses achieve this advanced certification, but Kaden is our first tech to have set the goal to pass the test. Way to go, Kaden!

⭐ Tara Petty, BSN, RN, is a nurse with our Quality Department, but she has also achieved her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Join us in congratulating her in taking this next step in furthering her education. We are so proud of you, Tara!

⭐ Justin Armas, RN, ONC, is a nurse on our 6th floor where we care for patients after they undergo joint replacement surgery or are recovering from an orthopedic injury. So, it's with great pride that we share that Justin has earned his orthopedic advanced certification for nurses. Congrats Justin!

Check back as we share even more degrees and advanced certifications earned by our team members!

05/01/2026

We are pleased to announce that ER at Sherman, a service of Texoma Medical Center, was named a top performer among the 35 freestanding emergency departments within our division. This recognition reflects the exceptional care provided by our team, their commitment to delivering an outstanding patient experience, and their dedication to continuous process improvement.

Whether it’s a sudden illness, injury, or emergency, we’re here when you need us — 24/7. We’re conveniently located in Sherman Town Center and can transfer you to Texoma Medical Center or the hospital of your choice should you need additional care.

04/30/2026

In the spirit of celebrating , we are pleased to announce that Peyton Gravley, BSN, RN, CCRN, CSC, is the latest recipient of the DAISY Foundation Award. We are honored to share the touching nomination we received:

“Peyton provided extraordinary compassion during one of the most difficult moments a family can face. While caring for a critically ill patient on life support in the CVICU, Peyton went far beyond clinical excellence—she truly cared for the entire family. When the patient’s daughter arrived, overwhelmed with fear and emotion, Peyton immediately stepped in and wrapped her in the warmest, most genuine embrace. The daughter was shaking and in tears, and Peyton held her with such compassion, allowing her to feel safe, supported, and not alone in that moment. It was a powerful reminder that nursing is not just about treating patients, but about caring for people.

Throughout the shift, Peyton remained a steady, reassuring presence for both the patient’s wife and daughter. She answered every question with patience, kindness, and honesty, ensuring they understood what was happening while also providing comfort during an incredibly uncertain time. Her ability to balance high-level critical care with such deep emotional intelligence is truly remarkable. Peyton not only delivered exceptional care to her critically ill patient, but she also created space for the family to grieve, process, and feel supported. Her compassion, empathy, and dedication embody what it truly means to be a nurse.”

We are so grateful to have amazing nurses like Peyton choose Texoma Medical Center. We’d love to hear about your experience with an exceptional TMC nurse. Fill out our online nomination form here: https://texomamedicalcenter.net/nominate-extraordinary-nurse/

04/29/2026

It’s officially Patient Experience Week, a special time set aside to celebrate our staff and their dedication to providing every patient in our care with the best experience possible. Delivering exceptional health care is deeply personal to us, and we strive to meet the expectations of every patient and their family.

Many of you have shared your kind words about the outstanding care you receive, and we thank you for your continued trust. To anyone whose experience may not have reflected the level of care we aim to provide, please know that your feedback helps us evaluate our processes so we can continue improving and deliver the compassionate, high-quality care you deserve.

Patient experience isn’t just a goal for one week — it’s a commitment we work toward every day.

04/28/2026

Helping patients heal after experiencing a traumatic event requires a safe and respectful environment. As part of our commitment to helping patients heal, grow and thrive, our team at TMC Behavioral Health Center in Sherman undergoes ongoing training.

Recently, Jennifer Morgan Smith, LMFT, MBA, director of patient care initiatives for UHS Inc.’s Behavioral Health Division, was on-site to provide meaningful training in trauma-informed care - all for the benefit of our patients.

TMC is proud to invest in our people so that they can continue to provide the quality, compassionate care the Texoma region deserves.

04/27/2026

You spoke, and we listened! Last fall, we shared that we had added new sleeper couches to the postpartum rooms at The Birth Place. Many of you told us they would be a welcome addition to our Labor & Delivery suites as well. We’re proud to share that they have now been delivered and are already a welcome upgrade to our spacious, family-friendly delivery rooms.

04/24/2026

Being a family medicine resident requires a tremendous amount of hands-on training across a wide range of disciplines. This week, our residents and Graduate Medical Education faculty welcomed back a graduate of our program, Dr. Matthew Terhark, Class of 2019, who, along with his peers from Concord Medical Group, taught a course on emergency and critical care training. Experiences like this ensure the next generation of physicians is prepared to provide the preeminent care our region has come to expect from Texoma Medical Center.

04/23/2026

Members of our TMC Behavioral Health Center leadership team recently participated in the Texoma Behavioral Health Leadership Team's Community Behavioral Health Conference. TMC has been proud to be part of TBHLT and this event since it's inception a decade ago. Each year the conference brings together those who are dedicated to learning from mental health professionals on how we can all inform, uplift and empower our fellow community members!

If you or someone you love needs behavioral health care, reach out to us 24/7 at 903.416.3000. Learn more about the services we offer at https://bit.ly/4sXf0zb.

04/22/2026

When it comes to highlighting how much TMC Volunteers mean to hospital staff, administrators, patients, visitors and the Texoma region, words are not enough. Each year, the hospital recognizes their service by hosting the annual Volunteer Awards Banquet during National Volunteer Week.

The event was held at Venue at 84 West. Following lunch, hospital leaders presented volunteers with special pins and bars recognizing cumulative service hours ranging from 100 to 31,000 hours. Several volunteers were also recognized for milestone service anniversaries, including 10, 15 and 20 years.

If you see a TMC volunteer, please thank them for supporting the hospital and the community.

04/21/2026

When most people think about shingles, they picture a disease that only affects older adults. While it’s true that your risk goes up as you age, shingles can happen at almost any age. Although uncommon in children and teens, younger adults are getting it more often than you might expect.

Read more on our blog here: https://bit.ly/4n2eOxr

Your risk for shingles goes up as you age, however, shingles can happen at almost any age. Learn about shingles symptoms.

04/20/2026

🎮⭐ Happiness and healing work together to provide the best possible outcomes for pediatric patients—and our kids here at TMC are going to love these amazing new items donated by the Starlight Children's Foundation.

The Starlight Gaming Station is a mobile entertainment unit featuring a flat-screen television and a Nintendo Switch gaming system, preloaded with a wide variety of games for every kid. And for those little ones who need a break from being in their hospital room, our new wagon will help get them on the move.

Please join us in thanking the Starlight Children’s Foundation for helping us deliver happiness to our hospitalized kids! 💛

04/17/2026

This week, we were honored to welcome several executives from Universal Health Services, Inc. - UHS to our hospital. Over the past two days, Brenda Woodcock, DNP, RN, WHNP, NEA-BC, UHS Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer, joined our TMC nursing leadership during unit rounding. She met with staff, observed shift change and daily huddles and experienced firsthand the preeminent care provided by our nursing teams. We are grateful to the UHS leadership team for their visit and for their continued support and commitment to our TMC healthcare system and the Texoma region.

Pictured from left to right: Ed Romero, TMC Chief Financial Officer; Lynsey Hughston-Lundy, DNP, MBA, RN, CCRN, CNML, TMC Associate Chief Nursing Officer; Judi Murphy, DNP, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, TMC Chief Nursing Officer; Dr. Brenda Woodcock; Edward Sim, Executive Vice President and President of the Acute Care Division; Ryan Chandler, Regional Vice President; Jason Madsen, FACHE, TMC Interim CEO and COO; Travis Marker, TMC Associate Administrator; and Renee Conner, TMC Market Human Resources Director.