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It's estimated that about 30% of newly diagnosed cancers in women will be breast cancer. That means about 1 in 8 U.S. women—about 12%— will develop...
The flu forecast is cloudy and it's too soon to know if the U.S. is in for a third miserable season in a row, but health officials say not to...
HCA Midwest Health Specialty Care Warrensburg Celebrates Grand Opening with Ribbon Cutting Sept. 19, 2019
Fundoplication is one of the most common surgeries used to treat heartburn caused by gastroesophageal reflux (GERD).
Research Orthopedics And Sports Medicine hosts grand opening / ribbon cutting on September 17, 2019 at 4:30pm
Menorah Medical Center and Research Medical Center, in partnership with local law enforcement agencies, collected hundreds of bottles of medications...
More than one-third of adults—oare obese, which can lead to a risk of chronic and lifethreatening diseases, like heart disease, stroke and...
Sports play an important role to stay active and healthy for young athletes. This time of year, it's important to remind them that aches and...
On Saturday, September 7, Menorah Medical Center and Research Medical Center, part of HCA Midwest Health—Kansas City’s leading healthcare provider—will...
Acclaimed breast oncologist, clinician and thought leader, Dr. Graff is one of only 16 oncologists nationwide chosen for American Society of ...
Dr. Rachel Hailey with Lee's Summit Medical Center talks with KCTV5 News Kansas City about CBD oil, its uses and side effects.
A group of young adults is braving the summer heat while they run from one coast to the other.
Menorah Medical Center was one of the first hospitals in the country to perform orthopedic surgery with a new state-of-the-art robotic system...
HCA Midwest Health, Kansas City’s leading healthcare provider, has named Phil Buttell as chief executive officer of Menorah Medical Center in...
In the summer months, HCA Midwest Health experiences nearly a 30 percent increase in burn injuries. The spike is, in large part, due to fireworks...
Drowning can be silent and quick and kills nearly 1,000 children every year, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics, who also lists ...
In the summer months, HCA Midwest Health experiences nearly a 30 percent increase in burn injuries. The spike is, in large part, due to fireworks...
In the summer months, HCA Midwest Health experiences nearly a 30 percent increase in burn injuries.
Drowning can be silent and quick and kills nearly 1,000 children every year, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics, who also lists ...
Dr. Don Fishman, Trauma Medical Director, shares the dangers, and how you can be prepared for a fun summer and avoid tragedy.
"There are new technology and orthopedic treatments available at Menorah improving patient's lives," shares orthopedist, Dr. David Anderson, ...
Dr. Rachel Hailey with HCA Midwest warns about the dangers of teens and vaping. Watch
Hospital has achieved this Quality designation for the third year in a row.
Due to new high-tech cameras in the NICU dads will be able to "beam in" from halfway across the world to see their precious miracles.
Let's face it: Most men do not like going to the doctor, and many times only make an appointment with their doctor, only when pushed by a significant...
For many patients - especially women, undergoing cancer treatments, certain chemotherapy drugs can cause a big change in appearance. But a therapy...
May is celebrated as "EMS Month" where heroes in the field save lives. This month, Overland Park Regional Medical Center hosted a "Great Save"...
Dr. Andrew Cusser, Belton Regional ER Physician, discusses the dangers of electronic scooters and how to avoid a trip to the Emergency Room.
Mother's Day was especially meaningful for Overland Park Regional patient, Danielle, and her baby as they show gratitude for the life-saving ...
Dr. Megan Sneed, board-certified urogynecologist, provides tips and treatment options for women suffering from pelvic pain.
Dr. Rachel Hailey with HCA Midwest Health discusses how hormones effect your health.
Dr. Gabe Schifman reports that more teens are injured due to distracted driving.
One of the areas busiest neurosurgical and orthopedic hospitals, Menorah’s new state-of-the-art Center, will be the first dedicated neurosciences...
As part of its ongoing commitment to community partnerships, ER of Brookside plans family-friendly events at one of nation’s top 25 art shows...
Dr. Aaron Doonan, Interventional Cardiologist at HCA Midwest Health, shares that two innovative, minimally invasive procedures are now available...
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...
Dr. Stephanie Graff, Breast Oncologist at Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute discusses advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer...
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.