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IBA Selected as Partner for Bringing Proton Therapy to Kansas

July 09, 2019
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KHA recognizes Kathy Moore

Wichita, Kan. —  The University of Kansas Health System's Kathy Wolfe Moore has been named a 2019 Kansas Hospital Association Distinguished Health Care Advocate. Wolfe Moore, a Kansas representative serving her fifth consecutive term, joined Lt. Gov....

Aug 27, 2019
Our People
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Health System Earns Top Stroke Care Honor

Kansas City, Kan. — Once again, The University of Kansas Health System's stroke program – the region's largest – received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke GOLD PLUS achievement award. The...

Aug 02, 2019
Accolades & Awards, Our Health System
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Walk-In, After-Hours Care for Sports Injuries in Overland Park

Fall is a busy time for sports and sports injuries. To help keep you in the game, The University of Kansas Health System Sports Medicine and Performance Center is making it easier to get your aches and pains checked out in Overland Park, Kansas. Begi...

Aug 02, 2019
Sports
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Sports Medicine Specialists Provide Care for U.S. Gymnastics Team

Kansas City, Kan. — For the first time since 1987, the U.S. Gymnastics Championships will be held in Kansas City, Missouri. The 4-day championships, which begin August 8 at Sprint Center, showcase some of the top male and female gymnasts in the count...

Aug 01, 2019
Our People, Sports
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Prestigious Lantern Award Honors Emergency Department Excellence

Kansas City, Kan. — The University of Kansas Hospital's Emergency Department (ED) has received the Lantern Award. Only 28 EDs in the nation this year have received the award, which is given by the Emergency Nurses Association. Our ED is the only one...

Jul 31, 2019
Accolades & Awards, Our Health System
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The University of Kansas Hospital Named 'Best in Kansas City' for 10 Consecutive Years

Kansas City, Kan. — For the 10th consecutive year, The University of Kansas Hospital is the "Best Hospital in Kansas City" according to U.S. News & World Report. It is also the "Best Hospital in Kansas" for the 8th time. It is the only hospital to ev...

Jul 30, 2019
Accolades & Awards, Our Health System
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Breast Implants Linked to Rare Cancer Recalled

The Food and Drug Administration announced a recall of Allergan BIOCELL textured breast implants.

Jul 25, 2019
News

Public Notice: Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education Call for Comments

The University of Kansas Hospital announces the upcoming site visit of the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) to review The University of Kansas Health System, Kansas City Division, Nurse Residency program from Wednesday, September 11...

Jul 11, 2019
News

Graduate Nurse Open House on July 18

Kansas City, Kan. — On Thursday, July 18, we will be hosting a Graduate Nurse Open House from 1-5 p.m. During the event, recent graduates and soon-to-graduate nursing students will have the opportunity to speak with nurse managers and recruiters to l...

Jul 02, 2019
Careers
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Turning Point Kids Program Finds Global Welcome

Leawood, Kan. — Turning Point has used music, art, movement and other creative outlets to help children – whose loved ones are suffering serious and chronic disease – develop emotional resilience for years. The program is now reaching at-risk childre...

Jun 25, 2019
Turning Point, Research & Innovation
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Hall of Fame 2019

More than 420 guests helped recognize a distinguished group of Kansas City leaders, philanthropists and businesses at The University of Kansas Health System’s 2019 Hall of Fame Awards Dinner and Celebration. Held June 11, the annual awards recognize the vital role individuals and organizations play in supporting the health system’s ability to deliver world-class care to patients with the most complex conditions.

Jun 12, 2019
Our Health System
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Longtime Collaboration Bolstered by Transition of Certain Pediatric Specialty Care Providers and Clinics

The University of Kansas Health System and Children's Mercy announced the transition of certain pediatric specialty care providers and clinics from The University of Kansas Health System to Children's Mercy. As two leading healthcare providers, both recognized as top hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, The University of Kansas Hospital and Children's Mercy have collaborated for many years to bring the highest level of pediatric care to this region.

May 23, 2019
Pediatric, Our Health System
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Kansas Athletics Launches Groundbreaking New Model for Student-Athlete Care

Kansas Athletics is collaborating with The University of Kansas Health System and LMH Health to launch Kansas Team Health, a new model of care that makes the resources of The University of Kansas Health System and LMH Health available to provide the best care possible for KU student-athletes.

May 22, 2019
Our Health System
News

Integrative Health Transition

Integrative Health will discontinue services in June 2019.

May 14, 2019
Integrative Health
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Join Us for the Annual Hall of Fame Event

The University of Kansas Health System’s annual Hall of Fame ceremony takes place Tuesday, June 11, at The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center. These awards honor individuals and organizations that have played a vital role in our efforts to deliver world-class care to our patients. Their support and leadership have made a lasting impact on people throughout Kansas City, the region and beyond. Get details.

May 09, 2019
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