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Clinic Closures for Your Safety

Kansas City, Kan. — For the safety of patients, visitors and staff, we are temporarily closing certain clinics in the effort to contain the spread of COVID-19. The following clinics are temporarily closed. Check this page often for updates. We...

Turning Point Programs Suspended

Turning Point is suspending all programs through Friday, April 24.

Tips for Staying Resilient

As a service of The University of Kansas Health System, Turning Point offers resources and tools for staying resilient during difficult times, such as the COVD-19 pandemic. These videos provide self-calming techniques and tips on self-care, emot...

Managing Anxiety During a Crisis

For many people, times of uncertainty can trigger feelings of anxiousness, concern and confusion. Greg Nawalanic, Psy-D, clinical director of psychology services at The University of Kansas Health System Strawberry Hill Campus, shares his tips for re...

It Takes a Village to Manage Concussion Symptoms in Kids

As a social worker in the De Soto School District in Kansas, Joe Kordalski, has learned a lot about concussion symptoms in kids. He sets up academic accommodations for students who have experienced head injuries. "I've given a lot of advice to other...

Epilepsy Surgery Stops Lifelong Seizures

For 26 years, Grace Lindsay never knew a day without a seizure. Every time she woke – from a night of sleep or from a nap – she had a seizure. She had 100s of seizures throughout the day, every day. Every day for 26 years. Her mother, She...

Statement from The University of Kansas Health System

“This is an example of a group of deeply committed business leaders working in partnership with healthcare leaders to identify and fill a critical need in our ability to fight this terrible virus,” said Bob Page, President and CEO of The University o...

Top Doctors – Kansas City Magazine

Kansas City, Kan. — Kansas City magazine, formerly 435 Magazine, recently published its annual Top Doctors issue. The magazine partnered with Castle Connolly and asked area physicians to name the most skilled specialists in each field. The Uni...

How to Help Someone Who Is Sick

It can be difficult to know what to do or say when a friend or loved one has a serious illness. Some of our patients share their thoughts on the actions they find most meaningful.

Early Identification Key for Kids with Autism

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City, Kansas, is the primary autism diagnostic facility in the state of Kansas. As the region's premier academic medical center, the health system offers parents both initial screening and full autism...

From Stroke to Recovery in 90 Minutes

Greg Batson was in Kansas City, Missouri, on routine business. Usually, he would have driven home to Webb City, Missouri, at the end of his shift, but with a snowstorm in the forecast, he decided to stay in the city overnight. It was December 16, 201...