Announcements

May Monthly Closures

All AST Health facilities will observe the following hours on:

• Wednesday, May 1st – Closed to patients from 12PM- 5PM

Please note: Only PlusCare and LA/Shawnee Pharmacies will reopen after 5PM.

• Monday, May 27th – Closed for Memorial Day

Visit asthealth.org or our Facebook page for closure information and updates!

Dr. Obhrai Relocates to Shawnee Clinic - 5/13/24

Effective May 13th, 2024, Dr. Obhrai will relocate to our Shawnee Clinic location as a full-time Pediatric provider.

If you wish to continue seeing Dr. Obhrai as your pediatrician at our Shawnee Clinic, please call 405.878.5850 to schedule an appointment.

If you do not wish to continue pediatric services with Dr. Obhrai after her relocation, please call 405.447.0300 to schedule a Transfer of Care appointment with one of our other Little Axe Health Center Pediatricians.

New COVID Guidelines

COVID guidelines have changed as we continue to fight against COVID. Please review the following:

  • COVID patients no longer need to be separated in waiting areas.
  • Patients do not need to wait in their vehicles at our locations.
  • Symptomatic patients do not need to use separate entrances/exits.

You must wear a mask in waiting areas if you have COVID symptoms!

Events

Pact Act: Bringing VA Benefits Home Event

We are excited to announce our PACT ACT: Bringing VA Benefits Home Event!

 

WHEN: Thursday, May 30th, 2024 10AM- 3PM

WHERE: AST Multi-Purpose Building (2029 James L. Edwards Lane, Shawnee, OK)

 

We welcome everyone at this event to:

• Speak with representatives

• Get answers to VA Benefits & Claims questions

• File Your VA benefit claim

• Get same-day decisions (when sharing complete information)

Fentanyl Awareness Event

Discover the Truth About Fentanyl Misuse! 

 

Our Tribal Opioid Response (TOR) program is hosting a fun-filled event celebrating National Fentanyl Awareness Day! 

WHEN: Tuesday, May 7th, 2024 – 5:00PM-7:30PM

WHERE: AST Multi-Purpose Building – 2029 James Edwards Lane, Shawnee, OK

 

There will be a panel discussion — Fentanyl: Fact vs Fiction – 6PM-7PM and:

• Tribal/Community Resource Information 

• Lots of Door Prizes 

LAHC Expansion Grand Opening

Calling All Absentee Shawnee Tribal Members! 

You are invited to the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System's Grand Opening of the newly expanded Little Axe Health Center! 

WHEN: Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 – 2 pm-4 pm

WHERE: Little Axe Health Center (15951 Little Axe Drive, Norman, OK)

Please join us in celebrating and blessing our newly-expanded building!

Classes & Meetings

2024 Wellness Warriors Pre-Diabetes Program

Do you have Pre-Diabetes or are at risk for Pre-Diabetes?

Then Join our Wellness Warriors Program!

Starting January 2024, this program gives you:


Testimonials

My health is top priority. My needs are always meet. I feel I can express my feelings and be heard. I really appreciate it.

Marijo

An overall positive experience! Beautiful facility housed with friendly professional faces and care!

Nancy

Love this place

I love this place.  I think it is the best clinic I have been to.

Shelly

Know Your SoonerCare Options!

Know Your Native Options!

Oklahoma’s State SoonerCare Medicaid program is moving to a new health plan program with managed care network plans called SoonerSelect starting February 2024. Know your options.

New Pharmacy App- Rx365

We've Got a New Pharmacy App- Rx365!

Rx365 allows you to:

• View medications, request prescription refills, and status updates 

• Enter/upload insurance information

• Transfer in prescriptions from other pharmacies to our own!

Download the mobile app on the App Store or Google Play store or scan the QR with your smartphone's camera today!

Operating Hours – 2024

The accompanying image is the current operating hours of the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System as of January 3rd, 2024.

Holiday Self-Care Tips

Take some time to take care of yourself this holiday season!

See above for helpful ways to focus on self-care for your overall health and wellness!

Shawnee Same Day Clinic Appointment Only – 1/1/24

Attention All Shawnee Patients!

 

Effective January 1st, 2024, Shawnee Same Day Clinic will be appointment only!

Established patients must schedule appointments to receive care at the Shawnee Same Day Clinic.

• Same-day appointments are available from 9 AM – 5 PM Monday- Friday

• Shawnee Clinic Open: 7:30 AM – 6 PM Monday – Friday

• PlusCare Clinic Open: 8 AM – 7 PM Monday – Friday, 9 AM – 4 PM Saturday & Sunday

 

FentAlert Challenge: Empowering Youth for Safer Choices

FentAlert Challenge: Empowering Youth for Safer Choices

 

Today, SAMHSA issued a challenge to America’s youth: Help us raise awareness about fentanyl and reduce teen overdose deaths.

 

FentAlert: Empowering Youth for Safer Choices − SAMHSA Fentanyl Awareness Youth Challenge is an opportunity for youth, ages 14-18, to develop a community strategy to educate their peers about fentanyl and fake pills ― and prevent drug overdose deaths.

 

2024 Wellness Warriors Pre-Diabetes Program

Do you have Pre-Diabetes or are at risk for Pre-Diabetes?

Then Join our Wellness Warriors Program!

Starting January 2024, this program gives you:

  • Free weight loss coaching from certified Lifestyle Coaches to guide and support you
  • Help with being more physically active and managing stress
  • Tools for healthy eating, free cooking demos
  • Free Fit-Bits for participation and attendance
  • A chance to be the best version of yourself for 2024 and beyond!!

You can qualify for this program if you:

Ask About Free Narcan!

If you or someone you know uses prescription opioids, please ask any pharmacy staff member about getting a free box of Narcan to keep on hand in case of accidental opioid overdose (while supplies last)!

SPTHB THESIS Internship- May 20th- July 14th 2024

Do you know someone who is interested in Native American Health?

The THESIS (Tribal Health Experiential Student Internship Seminar) program is a virtual 8-week paid internship (May 20th- July 12th, 2024) for undergrads and recently-graduated college students who are interested in Native American health.

Each intern will be provided a stipend of up to $3,360!

Applications are due January 5th, 2024!

Patient Signatures Required at Pick-Up

NOTICE:

Effective August 28th, 2023, individual patient signatures are REQUIRED for all on-site medication pickups.

Medication will NOT be dispensed until a legible written signature is obtained upon picking up a prescription.

 

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