- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Nutritional Counseling
- Pediatric CareDr. Vitale specializes in Behavioral & Developmental Pediatrics. He is a Pediatric Developmentalist specializing in evaluating children with Attention, Learning, and Behavior difficulties. His focus lies on...
- Primary CareHospitalists are available to care for patients of local physicians who limit their practices to outpatient medicine, patients with out-of-town physicians, and patients who do not have an established primary care physician. Hospitalists are doctors who devote their practice to the specialized care of hospitalized patients.
- Sleep DisordersThe symptoms of sleep apnea – the general term for sleep disorders – are brief interruptions of breathing during sleep. Nearly 12 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea according to the National Institute of Health. Other symptoms are excessive daytime fatigue, snoring, falling asleep easily and sometimes at inappropriate places or times. Untreated sleep apnea can lead to high blood pressure and other cardiovascular diseases, memory problems, weight gain, impotency, headaches, depression, car accidents and job impairment.
- Family PracticeAshley Slaton and Brandy Vermillion are Advanced Practice Registered Nurses who are Certified in Family Practice. They treat acute and chronic illnesses as well as provide preventative care for patients from children to geriatrics.
- Emergency CareDr. Addi Abuelshar is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and care for hospitalized patients who have been referred from community primary care doctors, emergency room doctors or other physicians at the hospital. He does not treat patients outside of the hospital setting.
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Urinary IncontinenceDr. Weese practices general adult and pediatric urology. His specialties include kidney stone disease, all types of urologic cancers (prostate, bladder, kidney, testicular and penile), prostate disorders, urinary incontinence and erectile dysfunction. He also performs in office no-scalpel vasectomies.
- ImmunizationsImmunizations are an important part of safeguarding children against many diseases. Vaccinations against preventable diseases begins in infancy but some need boosters which occur in older children. The Oklahoma State Department of Health provides a review of vaccinations and the schedule for children of all ages. In addition, the Community and Family Heath Department has information regarding breastfeeding information, WIC guidelines and newborn screening recommendations. The links below contain additional and more in-depth information.
- GynecologyIn addition to obstretics and gynecology care, many women want to trust specialists in the care of their bodies for reproductive and fertility services, pregnancy, childbirth, and aging concerns. Our medical staff is sensitive to your needs and offers expert care through all stages of womanhood.
- Obstetrics
- Pregnancy
- Labor and Delivery
- Internal MedicineJoe Leverett, M.D. and Rose Ngishu, M.D. are board certified internal medicine physicians. They provide comprehensive care for adults in all stages of life and treat a variety of conditions, such as diabetes and high blood pressure.
- UrologyJackson County Memorial Hospital welcomes full time Urologist Donald Weese, MD, FACS to the JCMH Urology Clinic. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Urology and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
- Nephrology
- Kidney StonesJCMH has welcomed Dr. Donald Weese, Board Certified Urologist. He practices general adult and pediatric urology, which includes kidney stone disease and all types of urologic cancers. For appointments, call 580-379-6480. JCMH Urology Clinic
- Cancer CareThe center provides medical oncology, radiation therapy, outpatient chemotherapy and laboratory services. Onsite physicians (medical oncologists and radiation oncologists) as well as nurses, therapists and a staff trained in outpatient cancer care provide a multidisciplinary team approach. The equipment and facilities are state of the art.
- Neurology
- Autism
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)Children with upper airway restriction may not snore like adults; instead, they may have raspy breathing or sound congested while sleeping. In some cases, a child’s symptoms of sleep disorder mirror symptoms often associated with attention deficit disorder/attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD).
- Depression
- Mental HealthGenerate or maintain, including sensitive information such as mental health, communicable disease and drug and alcohol abuse information.
- PsychiatryMy past work experiences have included Inpatient Child Psychiatry, Private Practice, Medical Social Work and Crisis Intervention, and Parent-Child Interaction/ Parenting Counseling.
- Behavioral Health
- Anxiety
- Diabetes Care
- UltrasoundA diagnostic mammogram is an x-ray of the breast that is used to diagnose unusual breast changes such as a lump, pain, thickening, nipple discharge or a change in breast size or shape. A diagnostic mammogram is also used to evaluate changes detected on a screening mammogram. The technician may magnify a suspicious area to produce a detailed picture that can help the doctor make an accurate diagnosis. Generally, your films are reviewed while you are here and, if further evaluation with ultrasound is necessary; we make every attempt to have your exam completed the same day.
- MRI
- RadiologyThe JCMH Patient Portal gives patients instant access to their health information, including laboratory and radiology results, medications, allergies, demographic information, visit history, discharge/aftercare information, and more. In addition to handling their own care, parents and health care proxies with authorized consent will appreciate the ability to access the records of those individuals for whom they manage care.
- X-Rays
- Nuclear MedicineJCMH has partnered with MDsave to help you afford your out-of-pocket costs. Click this link: https://www.mdsave.com/jackson-county-memorial-hospital With your CPT code for Laboratory, Radiology (including Nuclear Medicine), and Physical, Speech, or Occupational Therapies, you can look up the specific test you need and see the exact cost of the specialty.
- MammographyJCMH is one of the first women’s centers in the United States to offer breast cancer screening with a Selenia® Dimensions® 2D full field digital mammography system. Selenia Dimensions 2D is the latest generation of mammography equipment from Hologic, the women’s healthcare company.
- Computed Tomography
- ChemotherapyFollowing the patient’s diagnosis, and the development of a treatment plan, our experienced chemotherapy nurses and radiation therapists will provide treatment according to the directions of the patient’s physician.
- Radiation TherapyThe Cancer Centers of Southwest Oklahoma, located on the Jackson County Memorial Hospital campus, provides both radiation therapy and chemotherapy in a healing and compassionate environment, right here at home.
- Radiation Oncology
- General SurgeryBoard Certified General Surgeons Dr. Katseres and Dr. Sherman practice at JCMH General Surgery Associates, located on the JCMH campus at 101 South Park Lane in Altus.
- Orthopedics
- WhiplashDining Aids offer patients independence. They are designed to assist persons in feeding themselves. Flatware options include weighted, angulated and comfort grip handles. Specialty plates are designed to be nonskid and many are made with a lip edge so that food can be scooped up the side and onto the utensil. Drinking glasses and cups are prepared for every patient need. Some glasses and cups are made with two handles, cutouts for the nose, special shape for whiplash or neck injury victims and weights to keep them from tipping. Back to Top
- Wound CareThe JCMH General Surgery Associates physicians will continue their practices that include trauma, laparoscopic procedures, wound care, colonoscopies, and other surgical services.
- Joint Replacement
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Bunions
- Otolaryngology
- Knee ReplacementBelow is an educational video explaining Total Knee Replacement Surgery at Jackson County Memorial Hospital in Altus, OK. You can view the video below, or click here to go directly to YouTube to see a larger version.
- Dermatology
- Cyst
- Sports MedicineDr. Jeff Duncan and Dr. Greg Pickett are Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeons specializing in arthroscopic surgeries, sports medicine, fracture care, total joint replacement, arthritis treatment, and complete adult general orthopedics.
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Neck Pain
- Orthotics and Prosthetic Therapy
- Bunions ProblemsJohn Cauthon, D.P.M. Board Certified Podiatrist, sees patients every Tuesday. Dr. Cauthon cares for foot problems associated with diabetes, general foot care, surgical correction of bunions, hammertoes, heel spurs, and ingrown nails. Appointments may be made by calling 580-477-3031.
- HammertoesOur foot health professionals will help you select from various products to ease your foot discomfort. Some items available are: corn protectors, arch supports, bunion splints, hammer toe splints, toe spacers., and much more.
- Heel Spurs
- Foot Pain
- Podiatric DeformitiesOur clinical professionals, Certified Pedorthists registered by the American Board of Certification for Orthotics, Prosthetics,and Pedorthics, will conduct an extensive examination of your feet. We will examine pressure points, circulation, temperature, foot ulceration, foot deformities., and normalcy of gait.
- Allergies