Our World-Class Services
At The University of Kansas Health System, we harness the latest medical advancements to deliver innovative treatments that transform lives. From proton therapy to our lifesaving brain and neurological care, we ensure every patient receives world-class treatment for even the most complex conditions.
Our world-class National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center is one of fewer than 60 nationwide. Only institutions demonstrating scientific excellence through a rigorous peer review process receive NCI designation. As a result, our patients have better access to clinical trials, the latest therapies and more personalized care closer to home.
We treat patients with breast, lung, prostate, sarcoma, colon, and head and neck cancers, offering increased patient access to world-renowned experts and world-class care. We also offer the region's largest blood and marrow transplant program for the treatment of complex blood cancers like leukemia and lymphoma.
The Women’s Cancer Center at The University of Kansas Cancer Center focuses exclusively on breast and gynecologic cancers. As the only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center in the region, The University of Kansas Cancer Center offers more clinical trials and more treatment options.
The Women’s Cancer Center provides integrated, multidisciplinary care with a patient-centric approach for the most common cancers in women. Our team of academic experts comprises numerous female cancer specialties, including breast and gynecologic surgical oncology, breast medical oncology and breast reconstruction and plastic surgery.
The Proton Therapy Center at The University of Kansas Cancer Center is the first of its kind in the region. The University of Kansas Cancer Center is a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center – 1 of fewer than 60 NCI comprehensive centers in the nation and the only NCI center in the region.
When you choose The University of Kansas Cancer Center for proton therapy treatment, your patient will receive personalized, precision medicine from a multidisciplinary team of experts in cancer care.
Our team is on the leading edge of clinical research and device trials, shaping the development and future of cardiovascular medicine. With access to early feasibility studies and groundbreaking technology and resources, we can provide comprehensive cardiovascular care to people who do not have options elsewhere.
At The University of Kansas Health System, we pride ourselves on shared care. Our cardiovascular teams collaborate with physicians and patients to guarantee uninterrupted heart health services. That way patients can make it back to you smoothly.
The health system is home to the region’s only nationally verified Level I Trauma Center. We provide 24/7 on-site treatment for time-critical diagnoses, including STEMI, stroke, burns, 24/7 acute leukemia and other critical conditions. Our board-certified specialists include trauma surgeons, emergency medicine physicians, neurosurgeons, orthopedists, plastic surgeons, radiologists and nurses, providing a full spectrum of emergency care.
Our burn center is the only burn center in the region accredited for both adult and pediatric burns by the American Burn Association and the American College of Surgeons. Patients receive individualized care for complex burns and wounds, and support and resources to increase comfort and speed recovery.
Our comprehensive approach to prostate cancer care includes the most innovative treatment options. Along with providing advanced treatments, our physicians lead national and international clinical trials for early-stage, advanced and metastatic prostate cancer. Our nationally ranked urology program includes specialists in every area of urology with an exceptional level of knowledge, expertise and multidisciplinary care.
Specialty areas
From maternal-fetal medicine to solid organ transplant, our specialists address the most complex conditions.