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Dr. Michael Cookson, MD

Dr. Michael Cookson, MD

Medical Oncology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Cookson, MD is a medical oncologist in Oklahoma City, OK and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA / HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities Stillwater Medical Center and O U Health University of Oklahoma Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 45 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (45 reviews)

OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center - Prostate & Urologic Cancer Clinic

800 NE 10th St # 4300 Oklahoma City, OK 73104
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Cookson is affiliated with Stillwater Medical Center Stillwater, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Cookson specializes in the area of Urology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Cookson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cookson

4.7

45 ratings, 30 with a written review
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About Me

care philosophy

As a Urologist caring for patients with urologic cancers, I try my best every day to provide the most state-of-the-art care with compassion and understanding that each person goes through this one time and needs help every step of the way. I practice evidenced based medicine in a multidisciplinary approach to cancer care.

biography

A graduate of the OU's College of Medicine, residency at U.T. San Antonio and a Uro-Oncology fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. I also received a Master's in Health Care from Vanderbilt. I am certified as a Diplomat...read more
  • Medical Oncology

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  • Masters In Health Care Management

    2009
  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1996
  • Memorial Sloan-kettering Cancer Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1996
  • University Tex San Antonio

    Internship Hospital, 1989
  • University Of Oklahoma / Health Sciences Center

    Medical School, 1988
  • University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1988
  • University Of Oklahoma Norman, Ok

    Undergraduate School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
Urology
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Locations

OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center - Prostate & Urologic Cancer Clinic

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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Stillwater Medical Center

    1323 W 6th Ave
    Stillwater, OK 74074
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • O U Health University of Oklahoma Medical Center

    700 NE 13th St
    Oklahoma City, OK 73104

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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