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Dr. Stephanie Graff, Breast Oncologist at Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute discusses advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer...
Spring 2019 looks like allergies have returned with a vengeance and this year, 35 million Americans are destined to fall prey to seasonal allergic...
About every 25 seconds, or 1.35 million times a year, a young athlete suffers a sports-related injury severe enough to go to the ER. Dr. Stephanie...
It’s finally spring in Kansas City and the metro’s sports fields are packed with young athletes competing in their favorite sport and Weekend...
We've all heard taking an aspirin a day can help reduce your risk of certain types of strokes and heart attacks if you're over 50, but now researchers...
Tyler Krass, son of Belton Regional CEO Todd Krass, will share the remarkable story that led to his open-heart surgery, reuniting with First ...
Kansas City leader in behavioral health services for adolescents launches new program offering psychiatric evaluations within days and comprehensive...
Dr. Rachel Hailey with HCA Midwest discusses pelvic pain, which is one of the leading causes of pain among women. Learn about some of the symptoms...
A study found bathing intensive-care unit patients with soap containing the antiseptic chlorhexidine cut the incidence of central line bloodstream...
About one in eight U.S. women will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime, but there is some good news when it comes ...
Dr. Joseph Stilwill, Medical Oncologist at Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute discusses signs and symptoms, and urges people to know their risk, and...
Internationally – known and a pioneer in Atrial Fibrillation, Dr. DJ Lakkireddy, medical director of the Kansas City Heart Rhythm Institute at...
Nursing executive and community leader Amber Boes, RN, MSN, recognized for investment of time, talent and passion that helps strengthen and better...
Large-scale trial conducted at 53 HCA Healthcare hospitals involving 330,000 patients.
In honor of heart month, Dr. Rachel Hailey, with Lee's Summit Medical Center, discusses the particular risk factors in women for Heart Disease...
Dr. Rachel Hailey of HCA Midwest Health discusses the new recommendations from the American Cancer Society on screenings starting at age 45 and...
Belton Regional Medical Center, Centerpoint Medical Center, Lee’s Summit Medical Center and Menorah Medical Center welcome BSN students for unique...
March is Colon and Colorectal Cancer month. Dr. Ben Mizrahi, with HCA Midwest Health, discusses how the colon cancer rates have risen among younger...
At Overland Park Regional Medical Center, we know that high-risk pregnancies involve two people-- or more in the case of multiples. Our Maternal...
Around 5 a.m., things went from a healthy, normal labor/induction to nearly fatal for both me and my unborn son. Out of nowhere, I went into ...
Dr. Andrea Yang, a cardiologist at Overland Park Regional Medical Center, shared with heart attack risk factors young women should pay attention...
[Video] Heart disease is the number one killer of women. To close out Heart Month, the Belton hospital held their annual event to put the spotlight...
Everyone plays a critical role in saving a life or putting their own health first. Dr. George Pearson, a cardiologist at Overland Park Regional...
Some of area’s leading physicians and women’s heart health experts, including Elizabeth Dang, M.D., Cardiologist; Van Jones, D.O., Cardiologist...
HCA Midwest Health expanded facility to care for more patients and improve patient experience.
Dr. Aaron Doonan, Board-certified Cardiologist at Lee’s Summit Medical Center and Research Medical Center at HCA Midwest Health, discussed two...
Accomplished nursing executive and clinician will further Menorah’s position as a Johnson County healthcare leader as hospital prepares to expand...
Heroes and patients were celebrated recently during the KC Mavericks hockey game, underscoring the importance of First Responders and the trauma...
To mark American Heart Month, Lee’s Summit Medical Center and Lee’s Summit North High School will educate the community, with help of cheerleaders...
Emergency room waiting times one of key measurements for award.
Expanded facility to care for more patients and improve patient experience.
Dr. Nicole Fearing, renowned Board-certified bariatrics surgeon and medical director, volunteers regularly at St. Agnes Catholic School to inspire...
Meteorologists have started warning people about the phenomena known as ‘heart attack snow’—when shoveling large amounts of snow actually puts...
Dr. Corey W. Iqbal, Medical Director of Pediatric Surgery and Fetal Surgery at Overland Park Regional Medical Center and HCA Midwest Health, ...
Dr. Rachel Hailey, with HCA Midwest Health at Lee's Summit Medical Center, talks about ways to make your health part of your New Year's resolution...
When an infant is born at Western Missouri Medical Center (WMMC), staff will now have access to neonatal intensive care specialists if needed...
Emergency medicine physician Dr. Nicole Cloutier was interviewed by KCTV 5 to offer tips to prevent frostnip and frostbite.
Dr. Stephen Scott, Bariatric Surgeon of Surgical Weight Loss Institute of Kansas City at Lee’s Summit Medical Center and Menorah Medical Center...
Studies show that heart attacks can go up as much as 20 percent the week following a snowstorm. Dr. Raj Sabapathy, M.D., Board-certified Interventional...
Christmas presents come in all shapes and sizes. Growing up, I always remember my parents saying, “The best presents aren’t always the biggest...
Research Medical Center had the first baby born in Kansas City, with Dr. Jennifer Tieman delivering a sweet baby boy weighing six pounds one ...
Dr. Meg Garcia, Medical Director of the Grossman Burn Center at Research Medical Center is an expert at burn treatment and prevention and shares...
Joint Commission-accredited hospital recognized for commitment to excellence in stroke care.
Centerpoint Medical Center, Research Medical Center, Menorah Medical Center and Overland Park Regional Medical Center welcome Santa and his elves...
Patients with remarkable stories—including 21-year-old Dalton Wimsatt who suffered traumatic injuries after falling asleep at the wheel and 22...
A respected board-certified nurse leader and visionary, Kuczynski will also serve as President of Neurosciences and Orthopedics.
Dr. Lori Boyajian O'Neill, from HCA Midwest Health, discusses how you can take steps to avoid added Holiday stress by planning ahead, eating ...
The American Lung Association says more than 234,000 people will be diagnosed with lung cancer this year. It is the leading cause of cancer death...
After several deadly school bus accidents across the country, Dr. Eric Peters, Pediatric Medical Director at Overland Park Regional Medical Center...
Kansas City Moms Blog talks to Dr. Adam Schifman about keeping your kids safe during the holidays.
Dr. Kristi Weaver, with Specialists in Women's Care at Overland Park Regional Medical Center, says an astounding 239,000 women worldwide are ...
Coordinated specialty care supports optimal prescribing of antipsychotics with fewer side effects.
U.S. Army PFC Ed Meyer, 94-year-old WWII Veteran, University of Missouri graduate and Centerpoint volunteer, was honored as the Hero of the Game...
The Hartman family will reunite with physicians and nurses to mark Saturday’s World Prematurity Day and share gratitude for the past year’s journey...
The Lee’s Summit hospital was awarded an ‘A’ from The Leapfrog Group’s Fall 2018 Hospital Safety Grade.
The Independence hospital was awarded an ‘A’ from The Leapfrog Group’s Fall 2018 Hospital Safety Grade.
Seasonal flu activity is expected to begin its annual onslaught in Kansas City this month and medical experts, like Dr. Hilary Nash M.D., Board...
The Hartman family, including three girls and a boy and parents Kaitlin and Josh, will reunite with physicians and nurses to mark Saturday’s ...
Two Kansas City nonprofits—The Research Foundation and Bra Couture KC—collaborated to create Verda’s Place, an appearance center designed to ...
Award-winning Research Medical Center’s new NEURO-ICU program brings together nearly 100 physicians, nurses and specially trained support staff...
Highly specialized caregivers using advanced techniques to address patients with neuro disorders such as brain tumor, ischemic stroke, traumatic...
EMS professionals will gather to receive state-of-the-art life-saving training to increase quality of patient care and will hear firsthand review...
Critical Access Hospital only hospital in Missouri to receive prestigious award.
Whalen is an accomplished nurse and leader with an innate passion for excellence and has served in various capacities for more than 25 years.
First Responders performed a life-saving rescue after the patient's car ends up in creek outside Higginsville, while he was trapped for more ...
HCA Midwest Health is Kansas City’s leading healthcare provider and practices and trains for mass casualty incidents on a regular basis with ...
Dr. Joseph Stilwill, an Oncologist at Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute at Menorah Medical Center shares that while lung cancer is the number one...
Physician leader and executive returns to his roots where he will help drive quality, physician alignment and growth strategies for one of region’s...
Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute at HCA Midwest Health turning Scheels Overland Park Soccer Complex pink Sat. Oct. 6, 2018, during Heartland Midwest...
Dr. Mindi Beahm, a surgeon at Sarah Cannon Cancer Center at Centerpoint Medical Center and Lee’s Summit Medical Center, talks about how the unique...
Lenna Levitch, MS, CGC, Director of the Genetics Program at Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute at HCA Midwest Health shared important information ...
First school district in Kansas City region to train entire staff—from teachers to cafeteria workers to bus drivers—on bleeding control trauma...
Special mechanical lift chair being donated by patients, families and staff will be loaned to help women recovering physically and emotionally...
Cardiology experts from around the country and globe convened for two-day event that focused on latest advances in electrophysiology and patient...
Event raises awareness of the importance of early screening/detection and invites community to celebrate life and honor loved ones. An inspirational...
Lucchi will spearhead efforts that include strategic initiatives providing physicians and patients in rural areas immediate and enhanced care...
Dr. Andrew Cusser, ER Physician discusses injuries due to driving "e- scooters."
Overland Park Regional Hosted A Special NICU reunion, creating special memories for NICU graduates.
As October nears, Breast Cancer Awareness Month is almost here. Breast cancer survivor and Menorah patient, Susan sits down to discuss her cancer...
Overland Park Regional's Medical Director of the Pediatric ER, Dr. Gabe Schifman explains that HCA Midwest Health hospitals have treated more...
HCA Midwest Health continues to see young teens - and now adults - with head and wrist injuries in the E.R., often the result of being distracted...
Dedicated to healthcare excellence and the patient experience, McDonald will lead premier hometown healthcare provider as it continues to expand...
Dr. Anne Kobbermann, a breast surgical oncologist at Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute and Menorah Medical Center and Overland Park Regional Medical...
Well-regarded Kansas City hospital administrator and exceptional nursing leader fosters excellence in nursing, emphasizing evidence-based, high...
Dr. Megow’s practical and clinical strategy experience and business acumen are assets as Kansas City’s leading healthcare provider is poised ...
Serving as interim leader since November 2017, Tieman’s leadership inspires and motivates residents to excel in careers as Family Medicine physicians...
Dr Ameet Deshmukh, an Overland Park Regional Medical Center ER doctor explains the value of freestanding Emergency Rooms.
Dr. Stefanie Shustek, ER Physician at Belton Regional Medical Center, shares helpful tips to keep young athletes in the game. HCA Midwest Health...
Menorah Medical Center is the first hospital in the Kansas City region to receive a Center of Excellence in both Colorectal and Robotic Surgery...
Every parent should know how and when to administer CPR. When performed correctly, CPR can save a child's life by restoring blood flow to the...
Independence healthcare provider meets all criteria as a Comprehensive Center, according to national quality standards established to deliver...
Visitors can sign their name as a survivor and friends and family can write a memorial note for a loved one who fought a courageous battle against...
Research Medical Center is first hospital in metro to offer nitrous oxide—or “laughing gas”—as a safe solution to ease childbirth pain and discomfort...
As it's "Back to School" season, Dr. Patterson explains that school physicals with your child's primary care doctor are an important part of ...
Menorah Medical Center is the first in Kansas City region to receive accreditation while Drs. O’Brien and Dr. Mizrahi are first in U.S. to achieve...
Olathe resident Nicole Storey first patient in Kansas City region to receive Lutathera in Expanded Access Protocol to fight rare form of pancreatic...
Fox 4's Carey Wickersham spent time interviewing Dr. Stephanie Graff, patient Ms. Smith Tate and talking to nurse navigator Gina Shay-Zapien ...
Dr. Stephanie Graff, with the Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute at HCA Midwest Health, looks at new cancer findings and breakthroughs, and an increase...
Hospital is one of 19 across the nation recognized for exceptional and innovative performance, and the only hospital in Missouri to receive the...
In memory of Verda Salberg, who lost battle with breast cancer in September 2017, new appearance center for underserved is located at Sarah Cannon...