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President, Pulmonary and Critical Care Physician
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Michael Scott, D.O., specializes in pulmonary and critical care medicine. His professional areas of interest also include pulmonary hypertension, interstitial lung disease, COPD and refractory asthma.
“I knew that I wanted to treat the whole patient, not just one organ or specialty,” said Dr. Scott. “This drew me toward internal medicine with my sights set on pulmonary and critical care. Within critical care, we see the sickest of the sickest and treat the whole patient and body to fight for their life and restore their health. Pulmonary is a natural fit with critical care, and it gets more interesting every day that I’m in this field of medicine.”
Dr. Scott said his inspiration to become a doctor began at the age 7. He said his grandmother had a serious stroke and was dying. The attending physician displayed such compassion and care through the whole process that it left him with motivation to one day do the same.
Now, as Dr. Scott works to provide care, he takes that same inspiration that drove him and puts it into building relationships with patients. “I build relationships with my patients by providing compassionate and genuine care. I give them the time they need, and I make sure they feel heard and respected,” he said.
Dr. Scott encourages patients to be proactive about their health. “Don’t put it off until tomorrow because tomorrow may never come. You must act now and take ownership of your heath,” he said.
Office Manager and Registered Medical Assistant
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Ursula C. Fonteno is a native of Okmulgee, Oklahoma with nearly 25 years of devoted healthcare experience. Ursula graduated from Okmulgee High School in 1996 and chose to pursue a career in the medical field after being driven by a passion for caring and helping others.
She graduated from Platt College in Tulsa as a Registered Medical Assistant and Phlebotomist in 2003 and studied Business Administration at Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology in Okmulgee. After graduation, she was immediately hired at a high-paced Family Practice clinic where she dedicated 20+ years honing her skills and building strong patient relationships.
In April 2023, she embarked on a new path, assuming the positions of Registered Medical Assistant and Office Manager at Oklahoma Pulmonary Care. This change has been both challenging and rewarding, though Ursula appreciated the opportunity to leverage her skills and expertise. Throughout her extensive career, Ursula most cherishes the diverse experiences and patient connections she's made.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Ursula is an active volunteer, passionate about making a difference in her community. She enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with loved ones. Ursula holds strong family values and has an only daughter, Audrey, who is the greatest gift of her life.
Pulmonary and Critical Care Physician Assistant
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Molly Mertz, PA-C, is our Pulmonary and Critical Care Physician Assistant who practices under the guidance and supervision of Dr. Scott. She has special interests in the management of Asthma, COPD, and Pulmonary Fibrosis. Molly graduated from Northeastern State University in 2024 with her Master's in Physician Assistant Studies and is excited to welcome new patients at this time.
"I knew going into PA school that I wanted to work in a specialty where I could help to improve the quality of people's lives long-term. Pulmonary medicine is a very broad specialty that allows me to treat patients from all walks of life. My goal is to help make my patients' day-to-day lives just a little bit easier, one breath at a time."
Outside of work, Molly enjoys spending time with her husband and their two golden retrievers, reading, and baking treats for her friends and family.