2025 Eastern Oklahoma Medical Center
Pictured left to right are: Tom Webb, Executive Director; Tiffany Griffis, CEO at EOMC; Payne Hall, Degen Board of Director; Darla Ford, CNO at EOMC; Bob Cooper, Degen Board Chair; Rebecca Ameis, Director of Grants & Scholarships
We are pleased to announce that The Leflore County Hospital Authority dba Eastern Oklahoma Medical Center received a grant in the amount of $28,867.00 to purchase equipment for training purposes: An AXEL Patient Simulator – a full bodied simulator with real-time speech and built-in audio-visual recording capabilities. AXEL scenarios help build critical thinking, decision-making, and priority-setting skills.
Funds for a Simulaids STAT Baby Simulator, which is the most lifelike simulator for infant care, were also awarded. Utilizing an easy-to-use iPad, the instructor can satisfy every training need for post-neonatal care of pediatric patients, including basic concepts to advanced medical procedures. These purchases will help EOMC, and their staff better respond to emergencies as this will improve staff’s expertise, knowledge, and ability. It will also leverage the training devices for local nursing students to improve their skills and prepare for a career in healthcare.