About
, co-founded Hillside Family Medicine in 1998 alongside Dr. Miriam Nolte. He completed his undergraduate degree in Biomedical Chemistry, medical school, and his Family Practice Residency all at Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma. During his residency, he served as Chief Resident and received the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine Award.
Before founding Hillside, Dr. John Nolte served nine years in the United States Air Force as a Flight Surgeon, Chief of Emergency Services, and Chief and Assistant Chief of Hospital Services. He received an Honorable Discharge in 1996 as a Lieutenant Colonel. As a Senior Aviation Medical Examiner, he performs FAA Medical Clearance Exams and serves as a Certified Medical Examiner with the Department of Transportation for CDL and DOT physicals. His clinical interests include asthma, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, and sleep apnea. Dr. John Nolte has since retired as a founding physician, though Hillside Family Medicine remains open and continues to accept patients.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Oral Roberts University, Tulsa, OK – Biomedical Chemistry
Medical School
Oral Roberts University, Tulsa, OK
Residency
Family Practice Residency, Oral Roberts University
Additional Training
Chief Resident in Family Practice; Society of Teachers of Family Medicine Award; Senior Aviation Medical Examiner
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Nolte right for?
Dr. Nolte has historically served patients managing chronic conditions such as asthma, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, and sleep apnea. His military background and aviation medicine credentials make him a strong resource for pilots and aviation professionals needing FAA Medical Clearance Exams. Commercial drivers and others requiring DOT or CDL physicals also rely on his certification as a Department of Transportation Medical Examiner. Dr. Nolte has retired as a founding physician; patients should contact the clinic regarding current availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. John Nolte served nine years in the United States Air Force before founding Hillside. He held roles as Flight Surgeon, Chief of Emergency Services, and Chief and Assistant Chief of Hospital Services, earning an Honorable Discharge in 1996 as a Lieutenant Colonel.
Yes, Dr. John Nolte serves as a Senior Aviation Medical Examiner and performs all classes of FAA Medical Clearance Exams at Hillside Family Medicine.
Yes, Dr. John Nolte holds certification as a Medical Examiner with the Department of Transportation and performs CDL and DOT physical exams.
Dr. Nolte holds special clinical interest in asthma, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, and sleep apnea. He manages these conditions within the context of full-spectrum family medicine.
Dr. John Nolte completed his undergraduate degree in Biomedical Chemistry, his medical degree, and his Family Practice Residency at Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He served as Chief Resident during his training and received the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine Award.
Yes, Dr. John Nolte has retired as a founding physician. Hillside Family Medicine remains open and continues to accept patients under its current team of providers.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026