Business people

Also, Dr. Suhair Maqusi, a plastic and reconstructive surgeon, has established her practice with OU Physicians. Maqusi is board certified in general surgery and board eligible in hand surgery. She earned her medical degree at Texas Tech University School of Medicine, Lubbock.

Hornbeek Vitali & Braun PLLC names Lane M. Claussen an associate with the law firm. He will practice in the firm's litigation department.

Magnir, a Tulsa-based provider of information management services, has hired Lisa Chinn as a consultant with expertise in financial management, auditing and operations. She most recently was a service manager for Tulsa Teachers Credit Union.

Jones Public Relations promotes Kylie Ethridge to assistant account executive and names Keisha Schultz account coordinator. Ethridge provides strategic planning and campaign implementation for entertainment and retail clients in the Southwest U.S. Schultz previously worked in Washington, D.C., for Shirley & Banister Public Affairs and the Council for National Policy.

AWARDS & HONORS

Dr. Niraj Prasad, a cardiologist at St. Anthony Hospital, has been the recipient of the 2012 St. Luke Award. This award is given annually by St. Anthony Hospital Administrative Council to the physician who most exemplifies the life of St. Luke, The Patron Saint of Physicians and Surgeons. Specifically, Prasad was recognized for his commitment to the mission and values of St. Anthony Hospital. He began his career at St. Anthony Hospital in August 1999.