Choctaw Nation Health Services Authority

11/19/2025

November is Native American Heritage Month! 💜

This Native November, we’re shining a light on the Native providers within CNHSA who care for our communities with knowledge, compassion, and heart.

All month long, we’ll highlight Native health professionals who go above and beyond to ensure quality care for everyone they serve.

Meet Debra L. Dixon, APRN-CNP!

Debra Dixon, a proud Choctaw tribal member, serves as a Same Day Clinic provider at DRMC and will celebrate three years with CNHSA this November. Her favorite part of the job is the rewarding feeling of truly helping patients. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling with her husband and spending time with her two grown children and young grandson.

Yakoke to our Native providers for their compassion, leadership, and commitment to care.

11/19/2025

Last month (October) was Physical Therapy Month, and we want to take a moment to recognize the incredible work of our Physical Therapists and PT teams. 💛

Every day, they help our patients regain strength, mobility, confidence, and quality of life. Their compassion, expertise, and steady encouragement make a meaningful difference in the healing journey of so many Tribal Members and community members.

Please join us in thanking our outstanding Physical Therapists for all they do.

Yakoke for your dedication, your patience, and your heart for service. ❤️

11/19/2025

November is National Family Caregivers Month — a time to honor those who give their time, energy, and love to care for others. 💜

Family caregivers play a vital role in our communities, offering support that often goes unseen but never unnoticed.

Choctaw Nation’s Family Caregivers Program provides resources, guidance, and relief for those caring for a loved one at home. From educational support to respite care, the program is here to help caregivers find balance while continuing to provide compassionate care.

Learn more about the Family Caregivers Program at https://bit.ly/47cntH8.

11/17/2025

The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma honored two distinguished tribal members during its annual Outstanding Elder Celebration, recognizing their exceptional dedication to community service, leadership, and the preservation of Choctaw culture and values.

This year’s honorees are Jerry McKinney of District 3 (Smithville), and Mary Aaron of District 2 (Broken Bow).

Both individuals exemplify the Choctaw Nation’s core values of faith, family, and culture through their lifelong commitment to serving others and strengthening their communities.

Learn more at https://bit.ly/49Z2pFL.

11/17/2025

The Ironroad Cafe’s weekly menu is now online! 🍽️

(Located inside the Choctaw Nation Health Care Center in Talihina)

Learn make and view the full menu at https://www.cnhsa.com/ironroad-cafe/.

Enjoy fresh breakfast, lunch, and grab ’n go options at the café inside Choctaw Nation Health Care Center in Talihina, OK.

11/16/2025

November is Native American Heritage Month! 💜

This Native November, we’re shining a light on the Native providers within CNHSA who care for our communities with knowledge, compassion, and heart.

All month long, we’ll highlight Native health professionals who go above and beyond to ensure quality care for everyone they serve.

Terri Baker, a Choctaw tribal member, serves as a Behavioral Health Case Manager, providing assessments, follow-ups, and coordinating psychiatry consults for clients across CNHSA.

In her 3+ years with CNHSA—and five years with the Choctaw Nation—she’s passionate about giving back to her community and supporting the health and wellbeing of tribal members.

Yakoke to our Native professionals for their compassion, leadership, and commitment to care.

11/15/2025

🧤 Winter Apparel Drive | Now - November 21 🧣

Every new jacket or blanket donation will earn members an entry into the drawing. The prizes differ for each facility. Additionally, for every five small items (such as socks, gloves, beanies and scarves) donated, members will also receive one entry.

New Items Only:
-Socks
-Gloves
-Beanies
-Scarves
-Jackets
-Blankets

For more information, please visit or contact your local Choctaw Nation Wellness Center!

11/14/2025

Today is World Diabetes Day!

As you prep for the holidays, here are a few diabetes-friendly Thanksgiving-inspired recipes you and your family can enjoy at https://bit.ly/4qxe8Bl.

You’ll find options full of flavor, fiber-rich veggies, and smart swaps for classic favorites.

This season, let’s celebrate health, gratitude, and good food—together. 🦃🧡

11/14/2025

Happy Nurse Practitioners Week! 🩺

This week, we proudly celebrate our Nurse Practitioners across the Choctaw Nation.

NPs play a vital role in patient care—providing evaluations, diagnosing and treating illnesses, offering preventive care, and supporting our patients with compassion and expertise. Their dedication helps us deliver high-quality, patient-centered care to our communities every day.

Yakoke to all of our Nurse Practitioners for the skill, heart, and leadership you bring to CNHSA. We appreciate you this week and every week!

11/14/2025

SAVE THE DATE!

Join us on March 2-4, 2026, for the Navigating Mental Health & Substance Use Conference!

Location: Choctaw Casino & Resort - Durant, OK

(REGISTRATION COMING SOON)

11/13/2025

❗Halito McAlester patients❗

The dental clinic will be closed Thursday, November 20 and Friday, November 21, in order for the department to move to their temporary location in the new expansion.

Any urgent dental needs can be met at any of the other Choctaw Nation dental clinics. Yakoke for your patience and understanding during our construction process.

11/13/2025

Join 4-Time World Martial Arts Champion for an exciting Mixed Martial Arts training session on Friday, Nov 21, 2025, 2:30PM - 5PM! 🥋

Open to all experience levels – from beginners to seasoned MMA participants. The Mondellis will facilitate two special sessions. The first class is exclusively for Choctaw Nation Youth Center members. The evening session is open to anyone wanting to attend.

- Youth Presentation to youth members only begins at 2:30 p.m.
- Evening Presentation open to all participants begins at 5 p.m.

Location: Choctaw Nation Youth Center (Talihina, OK).

Learn more at https://chocta.ws/mixed-martial-arts-training