MEDICAL PROVIDERS
JAMES EATON, D.O., OSTEOPATHIC PHYSICIAN
Dr. James Eaton is Board Certified in Family Practice. He graduated from Kansas State College of Pittsburg in 1974 with a degree in medical technology, and from Oklahoma College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery of Tulsa, OK in 1981. In 1982, Dr. Eaton completed his internship at Hillcrest Hospital in OKC, OK. Following his internship completion in 1982, Dr. Eaton started a private practice in Baxter Springs, KS. He sold his practice after 36 years and joined NTHS in March 2018.
Tommy D. Foreman, D.O.
Dr. Tommy Foreman is Board Certified in Family Practice. He graduated with honors from Oklahoma College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery in 1988. He has more than 36 years of diverse experiences, especially in family practice.
Fred L. Goodman, Jr., M.D. MPH
Dr. Fred Goodman is a Doctor of Medicine with over twenty years of experience. He graduated from the School of Medicine, Loma Linda University in California with his doctorate and the University of Alabama with his master's. Dr. Goodman is a member of the American Medical Association and Amercian Academy of Family Physicians. He served as a clinic and ship physician in the U.S. Navy as well as a regimental surgeon while in combat. Dr. Goodman has received a Navy Commendation medal and a Navy Outstanding Unit Award. He serves his patients open heartedly and with genuine concern. Having served as a locum for many years, Dr. Goodman is eager to make this his home and to serve the Native American community.
T. Scott Hamilton, D.O., FACOI
Dr. Scott Hamilton is a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. He graduated from Pikeville College School of Osteopathic Medicine in 2008 and completed residency at the Freeman Internal Medicine Residency Program in 2011. Dr. Hamilton is a Fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Internist and a member of the following osteopathic professional organizations, AOA, ACOI, and MAOPS. He serves as a preceptor for medical students and residents.
Dr. Hamilton practices from a holistic approach and strives to think outside the box. He nurtures patient relationships with a coach like mentality guiding his team player to make the best correct decision for themselves.
Matthew Moore, PA-C
Matthew Moore is Physician's Assistant Certified. He received a Bachelor of Science, from NSU in Tahlequah, OK, and a Master of Health Science, PA, in OKC, OK. Matthew is certified in the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), DOT Medical Examiner, and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)DEA-X waiver. His medical experience includes trauma, orthopedics and sports, workers compensation, DOT, urgent care, primary care, and mental health. Work experience was received at Sparks Regional Medical Center, River Valley Orthopedics, River Valley Urgent Care, Integris Express Care Miami, and Grand Lake Mental Health.
CAROL DEMOND, APRN, FNP-C
Carol Demond is a Family Nurse Practitioner with NTHS since 2008. She received her associate's degree in nursing from NEO A&M College in 1999, Bachelor of Nursing from Southern Nazarene University in 2004, and master's in nursing from University of Oklahoma in 2007. She is certified by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).
Carol's work experience includes critical care at Freeman hospital in Joplin Missouri, St Francis and St Johns in Tulsa and Medical Centers of Southeast Oklahoma in Durant.
Kristy Hill, APRN-CNP
Kristy Hill is a Certified Nurse Practitioner. She graduated from NEO A&M College with an Assoicate Degree in Nursing, and Oklahoma Wesleyan University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She received a Master of Science in Nursing from Pittsburg State University. Kristy is board certified with the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.
SHELLY BOSTON, APRN-CNP
Shelly Boston is a Certified Nurse Practitioner. She graduated from NEO A&M College with an Assoicate Degree in Nursing, and University of Oklahoma with a Master of Science in Nursing. Shelly is a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner by Amercian Academy of Family Nurse Practitioner and American Nurses Credentialing Center. Her medical experience includes hospice care, emergency care, primary care, and geriatric psychiatric care.
SUZANNE MALLATT, APRN, FNP-C
Suzanne Mallatt is a Family Nurse Practitioner with NTHS since 2007. In 1992, Suzanne graduated from Missouri Southern State University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She worked several years as a nurse at both Freeman and St. John's Hospitals in Joplin, MO before returning to college to obtain her Master of Science Degree in Nursing from the University of Missouri, Kansas City in 2002. She is certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.
PedIATRICS
KARA NORTH, CPNP
Kara North is a Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with over twenty-five years of experience. She graduated from NEO A&M College with an Assoicate Degree in Nursing and Pittsburg State University with a bachelor's in nursing. Kara received a master's in nursing at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine. In 2020, Kara was the recipient of the Best of the Best Pediatrics Office. She is a member of National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and the American Academy of Pediatrics. Kara is largely involved in the tribal community. She is a Peoria Tribe member and serves as a board member and housing board member for the Peoria Tribe.
Melanie Mester, M.D., LCDR
Dr. Melanie Mester is a Doctor of Medicine, Board Certified with the American Board of Pediatrics, and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She graduated from the University of Minnesota in 2016 and completed pediatrics residency at the University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine in 2019. Dr. Mester has accomplishment much in her professional career and the multitude of awards, medals, and letter/certifications of appreciation are testimonial. In 2023, she was the recipient of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Uniformed Services Chapter East Outstanding Young Pediatrician Award which is a regional award denoting a substantial positive impact to the pediatric community and admirable leadership qualities and initiatives. Listed are some of the medals Dr. Mester received, in 2024, Commendation Medal, Outstanding Unit Citation, and Unit Commendation. From 2020-2023, Achievement Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, Hazardous Duty Service Award, and the COVID-19 Pandemic Campaign Medal. Dr. Mester serves as a mentor, educational presenter, and leader. She is also a published author. Dr. Mester is dedicated to the continuous learning and teaching for the betterment of healthcare service provided to children and young adults.
PODIATRY
MATTHEW H. ROBERTS, D.P.M., F.A.C.F.A.S.
Dr. Matthew Roberts is a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine. He graduated from California College of Podiatric Medicine-Samuel Merritt University Doctor of Podiatric Medicine in 1999 and completed internship at the University of Texas at San Antonio and residency at the Alta Monrovia Hospital PSR 24 Surgical Reconstruction Foot & Ankle in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Roberts is a Fellow in the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. He owns his own practice and is contracted with NTHS to provide services to our Native population. He also travels abroad on mission trips to conduct reconstructive surgery.