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Residents in Marshall County now have access to expanded healthcare services close to home with the addition of the county’s only magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine at AllianceHealth Madill. The new MRI system delivers high-resolution images that support faster, more accurate diagnoses across a wide range of medical conditions. The MRI machine uses a large magnet and radio waves to see inside areas such as your joints, heart, blood vessels and brain. As magnetic and radio waves bounce off fat and ... ... Read More

Hypothermia is a medical condition defined by a body temperature that falls at or below 95 degrees Fahrenheit. Body temperature is an automatic function of a part of the brain which recognizes changes in environment and body temps, and responds to bring it back in line. Generally, hypothermia occurs when the body’s temperature regulation system is overwhelmed by exposure to extreme cold. “If the environment gets suddenly or gradually colder, the body will typically generate more heat by shivering, as th... ... Read More

Madill, OK, November 25, 2025 – As part of National Rural Health Day, AllianceHealth Madill announced it has earned a 2025 Performance Leadership Award for excellence in Patient Perspective. Compiled by The Chartis Center for Rural Health, the Performance Leadership Awards program recognizes top quartile performance (i.e., 75th percentile or above) among rural hospitals in Quality, Outcomes, and/or Patient Perspective. “Being recognized by The Chartis Center for Patient Perspective is an incredible hono... ... Read More

Madill, OK – After receiving initial treatment at another hospital, one local patient found comfort, support, and a smooth recovery closer to home—thanks to the transitional care program at AllianceHealth Madill. Herman Lawson was first admitted to another local hospital for a non-critical condition that required inpatient care. Once able, he transferred to AllianceHealth Madill to continue recovery through the hospital’s transitional care program, which offers skilled nursing and rehabilitative service... ... Read More

According to a recent poll from the American Cancer Society, nearly two-thirds of men aged 55-69 have not been screened for prostate cancer. As a result, the rate of advanced stage prostate cancer is on the rise for the first time in decades. AllianceHealth Medical Group Urologist, Dr. Hayden Henry, says those at average risk of prostate cancer should talk with their doctor about screening around age 50. “Understanding your risk factors is one of the first steps to decide whether to get screened for pro... ... Read More

The hot, sunny days of summer are a great time to jump into the water and swim your way to better health. Dr. Sabih Alam, an internal medicine physician with AllianceHealth Durant Clinics, says swimming is easy on your joints and one of the best ways to get and stay in shape and prevent chronic disease. Cardiovascular health increases through swimming because your entire body is working against the resistance of the water, and your heart and lungs work harder to supply the necessary oxygen to your muscl... ... Read More

AllianceHealth Madill provided care to thousands of area residents in 2024, with 74,000 patient encounters across its network of physician clinics and other outpatient sites of care. In addition to delivering safe, quality, compassionate healthcare, the health system is helping those in need, supporting charitable organizations and contributing to the area economy. In its most recent Community Benefit Report, AllianceHealth Madill’s impact totaled an estimated $21.4 million in 2024. “Our work to grow an... ... Read More

AllianceHealth Durant provided care to thousands of area residents in 2024, with more than 137,000 patient encounters across its network of physician clinics and other outpatient sites of care. In addition to delivering safe, quality, compassionate healthcare, the health system is helping those in need, supporting charitable organizations and contributing to the area economy. In its most recent Community Benefit Report, AllianceHealth Durant’s impact totaled an estimated $140 million in 2024. “Our work ... ... Read More

Durant, OK, October 22, 2024 – AllianceHealth Durant earned recognition for its efforts to increase organ, eye and tissue donor registrations across the state through LifeShare of Oklahoma and the DoNation Campaign. LifeShare of Oklahoma is the organization in the state responsible for organ and tissue donation. The DoNation Campaign is a national initiative through Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and the organ donation community with workplaces across the nation in spreading the wo... ... Read More

Mid-Year Check-in: Are You Taking Full Advantage of Your Health Insurance Coverage? Durant, OK, August 9, 2024 – The midpoint of the year is a good time to review health insurance policies to ensure you will get the most out of plan benefits, especially if you have already met the annual deductible. Many insurance plans will cover most, if not all, costs for eligible medical procedures and treatments once an individual meets the deductible and out of pocket maximum, making the second half of the year an... ... Read More