Oklahoma Perinatal Quality Improvement Collaborative

10/17/2026

Substance use complicates upward of 10% of US pregnancies. The Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and the American Society of Addiction Medicine have jointly recommended universal screening for substance use during pregnancy using a validated tool, without recommending universal biological testing.

This Special Statement introduces a comprehensive strategy, grounded in principles of quality improvement, to address racial and ethnic disparities in substance use screening, with an emphasis on equitable and respectful care.

Read the statement here: https://bit.ly/4zxBUAT

10/16/2026

🏆 Celebrating Excellence in Perinatal Care: Congratulations to Our 2026 Spotlight Hospitals!

At the 12th Annual OPQIC Summit on October 2, we proudly recognized 28 Oklahoma birthing hospitals for their commitment to improving the quality and safety of care for mothers and newborns!

OPQIC's Spotlight Hospital Recognition Program celebrates hospitals that are building a culture of excellence in perinatal care. Hospitals are evaluated on their participation in and achievements through statewide quality improvement initiatives, including efforts to strengthen maternal safety, improve birth outcomes, promote infant safe sleep, and advance evidence-based practices.

These awards recognize more than individual accomplishments. They reflect the dedication of hospital leadership, physicians, nurses, and frontline teams working together to provide safer, higher-quality care for Oklahoma families.

Congratulations to all our 2026 Spotlight Hospital recipients! Your dedication to continuous improvement, teamwork, and patient safety is helping create a healthier future for Oklahoma mothers and babies.

We are grateful for your leadership and proud to celebrate your accomplishments!

🔗 Learn more about the Spotlight Hospital Recognition Program and view this year's recipients: https://opqic.org/spotlight-hospitals/

10/15/2026

🏆 Congratulations to Annette Troxell, MS, RNC, recipient of the 2026 Warren M. Crosby Champion for Maternal and Infant Health Award!

At the 12th Annual OPQIC Summit on October 2, we had the honor of recognizing Annette Troxell for her extraordinary contributions to maternal and infant health in Oklahoma.

Throughout her distinguished nursing career, Annette has been a dedicated advocate for mothers, babies, and the healthcare professionals who care for them. Her leadership, mentorship, and involvement with the Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) have helped advance evidence-based practices, strengthen perinatal nursing, and improve the quality of care across our state.

As Annette enters retirement, we celebrate her remarkable legacy and the countless lives she has touched through her passion for maternal and infant health.

Please join us in congratulating Annette on this well-deserved honor and thanking her for her years of dedication to Oklahoma's mothers and babies! 💜

10/14/2026

Thank you for making the 12th Annual OPQIC Summit a success!

We are still feeling inspired by the incredible presenters, meaningful conversations, and shared commitment to improving maternal and infant health at this year's OPQIC Summit on October 2!

We were truly blown away by the expertise and passion of our speakers and the remarkable progress Oklahoma has made in advancing maternal safety and reducing maternal deaths. While we have much to celebrate, we recognize there is still important work ahead.

A special thank you to our keynote speaker, Michael Warren, MD, MPH, FAAP, Chief Medical and Health Officer for March of Dimes. A nationally recognized pediatrician and public health leader, Dr. Warren delivered a thought-provoking presentation that challenged us to reflect on the progress we've made, the challenges that remain, and how we can continue working together to improve outcomes for mothers and babies.

Most importantly, thank you to the healthcare professionals, hospital leaders, community partners, and advocates who joined us. Your dedication, collaboration, and commitment to quality improvement are what make meaningful progress possible.

Oklahoma has much to be proud of, but our work is far from finished. Together, we can continue building a safer, healthier future for every mother and baby.

📸 Want to revisit a session or explore what you missed? Find Summit presentation slides and additional resources at opqic.org/summit2026/

10/13/2026

Congratulations to Ascension St. John Medical Center and Ascension St. John Owasso on earning 2026 OPQIC Spotlight Awards! 🎉

We are proud to recognize both hospitals for their commitment to advancing perinatal care and improving outcomes for Oklahoma mothers and babies. Thank you to their dedicated teams and leadership for making quality and safety a priority every day!

10/12/2026

🌟 Celebrating Excellence in Perinatal Care!

Congratulations to Lakeside Women’s Hospital on receiving a 2026 OPQIC Silver Spotlight Award! 🥈

Providing exceptional care for mothers and newborns takes teamwork, strong leadership, and a shared commitment to continuous improvement. This recognition celebrates Lakeside Women’s Hospital’s dedication to creating a culture where quality and patient safety remain at the forefront of perinatal care.

Thank you to the entire Lakeside team for your efforts to make a difference for Oklahoma families!

Lakeside Women’s Hospital INTEGRIS Health has received a Silver-Level Spotlight Hospital Award from the Oklahoma Perinatal Quality Improvement Collaborative. 🩶

The award recognizes hospitals that show a strong commitment to quality care for Oklahoma mothers and newborns. Lakeside Women's Hospital has earned this recognition through work that supports safer deliveries, newborn health, maternal mental health and better communication with patients and their families.

This is just another reflection of the dedication our teams provide every day for the women who trust us with their care.

10/12/2026

Congratulations to SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital – Oklahoma City on earning a 2026 OPQIC Silver Spotlight Award! 🥈

This recognition reflects the dedication of their leadership and perinatal care teams to advancing quality, safety, and excellence in care for Oklahoma mothers and newborns. Thank you for your continued commitment to improving maternal and infant health outcomes!

Congratulations to our team at SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital for receiving a Spotlight Hospital Award at the 12th Annual OPQIC Summit! 🎉

This recognition celebrates the team’s dedication to improving care and outcomes for Oklahoma mothers and newborns. We are proud of our exceptional physicians, nurses and team members who work every day to provide compassionate, high-quality care to the families we serve. Thanks to all our Saints in Action for living out our Mission!💙

10/09/2026

Congratulations to INTEGRIS Health Enid on earning the 2026 OPQIC Gold Spotlight Award! 🏆🌟

This recognition reflects the dedication of their leadership and perinatal care teams to advancing quality improvement and providing exceptional care for Oklahoma mothers and newborns. Thank you for your continued commitment to excellence in maternal and infant health!

We’re proud to share that INTEGRIS Health Enid Hospital has earned Gold-Level recognition in the 2026 Spotlight Hospital Awards from the Oklahoma Perinatal Quality Improvement Collaborative (OPQIC) for our commitment to quality care for mothers and newborns.

This recognition reflects the continued dedication of our physicians, nurses and multidisciplinary teams who work together to support families throughout pregnancy, childbirth and beyond. From newborn screenings and safe sleep education to breastfeeding support, maternal mental health and patient-centered communication, every part of the journey matters.

💙 We’re especially proud to have advanced from Bronze-Level recognition in 2025 to Gold in 2026 — a reflection of our ongoing commitment to providing safe, compassionate and evidence-based care for moms and babies in our community.

Congratulations to our incredible women’s health and maternal care teams on this well-deserved recognition!

10/09/2026

Congratulations to this passionate and hardworking team!

10/08/2026

🏆 Congratulations to Duncan Regional Hospital on earning the Gold Spotlight Hospital Award at the 2026 OPQIC Summit!

Providing high-quality maternal and newborn care in rural communities is especially important, where access to specialized services and resources can be limited. This recognition highlights Duncan Regional Hospital's commitment to excellence in perinatal care and ensuring that Oklahoma mothers and babies receive quality care, regardless of where they live.

👏 Thank you to the entire Duncan Regional Hospital team for your dedication to improving outcomes for Oklahoma families!