Dr. John Wolf’s remarkable journey from a young student in Sand Springs to a compassionate physician highlights his dedication to serving others. As a Muscogee Creek Indian, he broke barriers and left an enduring legacy in the field of medicine, known for his commitment to treating patients from all walks of life.
Dr. John Wolf, a proud Muscogee Creek Indian, graduated from Charles Page High School in 1967, having also attended Garfield Elementary and Central Junior High. Excelling in both academics and athletics, he knew from a young age that he wanted to become a doctor and diligently pursued this goal.
John began his higher education at Phillips University in Enid and the University of Oklahoma before receiving a scholarship to Dartmouth College, where he graduated from medical school in 1976. During his time there, he became a member of the American Indian Physicians Association and worked closely with Dr. Everett R. Rhoades, who inspired many Indian students to enter the medical field.
In 1981, John established a free Indian Health Clinic in Oklahoma City and helped create a program that allowed Dartmouth College medical students to work for the Federal Indian Health Service. Specializing in plastic surgery, Dr. Wolf was renowned for his egalitarian approach, providing care to both affluent and impoverished patients at Elliott Hospital and Catholic Medical Center in Manchester, New Hampshire. His colleagues praised him for treating everyone with the same level of compassion and skill.
Dr. John Wolf’s life was tragically cut short on May 16, 2000, at the age of 50, due to complications from surgery. His legacy lives on through his contributions to the medical community and his unwavering commitment to serving those in need.