Who We Are

Osage Nation Health

Vision

We envision a strong culturally-sensitive health system that will transform the health of the communities we serve.

Mission

Let it be known that Osage leaders are changing the way people are cared for and are committed to advancing heath and wellness to serve the public.

Values

Accountability, Respect, Empathy, Listening, Quality, Professionalism, Integrity, Teamwork

Osage Nation

The Osage Nation Reservation is located in Northeast Oklahoma and includes 1,470,559 acres. Stretching from Tulsa to the Kansas state line, you’ll find rolling hills, forests, and miles of open tallgrass prairie. Contrary to popular belief that it was a gift from the United States Government to the Osage Nation, it was actually purchased from the Cherokee Nation by the Osage Nation. On June 14, 1883, the Cherokee Nation, by its Principal Chief, conveyed the land by deed to the United States to be placed in trust. The lands purchased became the final and permanent home of the Osage people, where we continue to thrive.

Health System Administration

Mark Rogers, CEO

Mark Rogers was hired as CEO of the Osage Nation Health System in July of 2022. Prior to his hiring, he served as the Executive Director of the Absentee Shawnee Health System for 9 years. During his tenure, the Absentee Shawnee Health System increased revenue and assets from under his leadership and reduced workforce turnover. He is a triple board certified professional and a fellow with both the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE), and American College of Medical Practice Executives (FACMPE). Prior to serving the Absentee Shawnee Tribe, Mark was a CEO at multiple Oklahoma Hospitals, including a rehabilitation hospital, three long-term acute care hospitals (LTACHs), and two short-term acute care hospitals (STACHs), an ambulance authority, and two home health agencies. He has experience in For-Profit, Non-Profit, and Not-For-Profit type healthcare entities in the private and public sectors. A life-long patient within the Indian Health Service (I.H.S.), his work within Indian Country spans many Tribes and areas, working for the Assiniboine, Sioux, and Choctaw Nations, as well as with Alaskan Natives on Kodiak Island, with healthcare related efforts during his career focused on improving health for all Native Americans and Alaskan Natives. Mark holds a master’s in leadership and has a master’s level certificate in healthcare administration from the U.S. Air Force, where he has served for 39 years. A proud Disabled Veteran, he is currently serving as a Lieutenant Colonel in the Oklahoma Air National Guard where he serves as the Senior Health Services Administrator and Administration Corps Chief with the 137th Special Operations Wing, Special Operations Medical Group, Will Rogers ANG Base, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Kirk Shaw, COO/Clinic Administrator

Kirk is the son of John and Pam Shaw, grandson of Jerry and Beth Shaw, great-grandson of Homer and Cora Bates Shaw and Virginia Primeaux, and great-great-grandson of Rose Kirk Pipestem. He is married to Eden Shaw and father to Lilly and Wilson Kirk Shaw. Kirk is part of the Tsi-Zho Wah-No^ Clan and, like his family before him, comes from the Grayhorse District.

Entering the In-Lon-Schka at the age of 5, Kirk continues to participate in the Osage ceremonial dances, deepening his connection to his culture as a tribal singer for Grayhorse District and with the Ponca. He is actively involved in classes with the Osage Language program, dedicating time to take part in the revitalization of the language.

Kirk received his Bachelor’s of Science in Business Administration from Oklahoma State University as well as a Master’s of Business Administration from Southeastern Oklahoma State University. Working within the Indian Health Services in the Oklahoma City area, he gained experience as a contract specialist and a referred care technician, before coming to the Wahzhazhe Health Center where he currently serves as Clinic Administrator.

In his role with the Wahzhazhe Health Center, Kirk oversees and manages the administrative functions for the clinic, monitoring the effectiveness of these functions and finding ways to best serve the clinic’s patients and the Osage people.

Tony Little, CMO, DO, FAAFP

Dr. Little completed his medical education at the Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences. After graduating from medical school, he completed his internship at Saint Anthony Hospital in Oklahoma City and then completed his residency in Family Medicine at the University of Oklahoma. Dr. Little served as Chief Resident during his senior year of residency in family medicine. Upon completing his residency, Dr. Little began private practice. After several years in private practice, Dr. Little joined the ranks of “Academic Medicine.” During his academic tenure, he led the Choctaw Nation Family Medicine Residency Program through initial ACGME accreditation. While serving as Associate Dean for Graduate Medical Education at the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education, he led the medical school through ACGME accreditation for the sponsorship of postdoctoral education. Dr. Little has served on many national committees and boards. He was awarded the Fellow Degree in 2018 by the American Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Little is currently board-certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine. He has special interests in both Geriatric Medicine and Administrative Medicine.

Marcy Barton, DoN, RN

Marcy D. Barton, B.A., R.N., is the firstborn daughter of R. Tucker Barton and Julia L. (Leaf) Neff Mushrush, granddaughter of Joe and Judy Neff, great-granddaughter of Ida Kirk Neff Franklin, and a descendant of TahSahTah of the Gray Horse District.

Marcy earned her Bachelor of Arts from Oklahoma State University before completing her nursing degree in the BADNAP Program at Oklahoma City Community College. She began her nursing career in the Level 1 Trauma Center at the University of Oklahoma Medical Center, caring for post-trauma patients. She then moved on to the Neuro/Trauma ICU. With over seven years of ICU experience, she obtained her Critical Care Registered Nurse (C.C.R.N.) and Advanced Trauma Care Nurse (A.T.C.N.) certifications. She then worked as a resource ICU nurse, floating at the Methodist Dallas Medical Center Level 1 Trauma Hospital in Dallas, TX.

Marcy now serves as the Director of Nursing for the Wahzhazhe Health Center, the same facility she used as a child, bringing her journey full circle. Her goal is to care for her people, patients, and colleagues, fostering a culture of caring.

James Brasel, Chief Financial Officer

Ronald James Brasel serves as the Chief Financial Officer for the Osage Nation SI-SI A-PE-TXA. With over 30 years of financial experience, including 23 years in healthcare, James has held the positions of Chief Financial Officer and/or Vice President of Finance for seven Oklahoma hospitals. He has demonstrated leadership in for-profit, non-profit, and critical access organizations.

James earned his bachelor’s degree in business administration and accounting from Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, OK. He also holds a master’s degree in business administration from the same institution. Additionally, he is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives.

Originally from the surrounding area, James has been married for over 29 years and has one child.

Health Authority Board & the Members

Dedication. Expertise. Passion

The Health Authority Board is the governing board responsible for consolidating and implementing the organizational structure of the Osage Nation Health & Wellness Division. The board provides a framework for planning, direction, coordinating, delivering, and improving health services that are responsive to the community and patient needs and that improve patient care outcomes. The board consists of five members who are appointed by the Principal Chief with the advice and consent of the Osage Nation Congress.