Norman Regional patients express concerns after staff layoffs, upcoming clinic closures
NORMAN, Okla. (KFOR) — Norman Regional Health System laid off 10% of its workforce this week and also announced changes to certain services and clinic closures.
Starting July 3, Endocrinology, Rheumatology Associates, Norman Regional Moore Pediatrics, South OKC Pediatrics and Oklahoma Wound Care clinics will be closed.
The Ortho Stat Orthopedic Urgent Care Clinic will also be closing.
'I was very disappointed. Not in the clinic, not in my doctor, not in the doctor's staff. I was disappointed in Norman Regional.
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Jerrie Gronemeier has been a patient with Norman Regional for 15 years, seeing an endocrinologist for diabetes care.
Gronemeier said she has a close relationship with her doctor and was shocked hearing about her local clinic closing for good.
'Like your medical records, who do you make the request to? Where are you going to get your prescriptions,' Gronemeier questioned.
News 4 reached out to Norman Regional Health System about the upcoming closure and how patients can access their medical records.
Our team is working to find options for our patients to have as little disruptions as possible to their care. Norman Regional's team is working with their healthcare provider to finalize plans for those affected and will communicate directly to the patient.
Patients may request their medical records by visiting https://www.normanregional.com/patients-visitors/request-medical-records or calling 405-307-1366.
Medical records will be maintained in compliance with state and federal law.
Melissa Herron, Norman Regional Health System
Gronemeier wants to warn other patients to take action and call their medical providers prior to the July 3 deadline.
'Something people need to understand, especially older people with with severe chronic diseases, we cannot afford to be complacent. You will die. You will have a diabetic problem, you will have a need for surgeries, you will need wound care. You need somebody,' she added.
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