KCU in the News
Stroke warning signs and keys to prevention
As many as one in four adults may experience a stroke in their lifetime. KCU’s Dr. Ken Stewart discusses the different types of strokes, their signs and symptoms and tips for prevention.
Virtual reality simulators help students feel their way from preclinical study to clinical experience
When Kansas City University College of Dental Medicine in Joplin, Missouri, celebrates the opening of its new dental school June 26 with a ribbon cutting ceremony, the school will have four virtual reality simulators in place for the start of classes on July 31.
Strong women form founding core of new KCU dental school in Joplin
Call them the Founding Five. Call them the Fluoride Five. Dr. Linda Niessen, the dean of Kansas City University’s new dental school in Joplin, has gathered around her a strong core of insightful female doctors to create the curriculum and culture that will guide the first students who enter this school on July 31, 2023.
Keeping children safe in the summer sun
Dr. Kelly Reed, a KCU alumna, is a dermatologist and Mohs surgeon. She appeared on WDAF-TV with tips for parents on keeping children safe while out in the sun.
Understanding babies and emotion
KCU's Dr. Sarah Getch concludes her special WDAF-TV series on social connections by offering education on babies and emotion. She also shares how parents can participate in a special study at the KCU Baby Lab.
KCU graduate and infant son overcome odds together
KCU-COM 2023 graduate Elle Quinn shares her powerful story of resilience while completing medical school and dealing with a critically ill infant son.
KCU alumna shares tips for new parents
KCU's Dr. Getch speaks on important friendships
KCU's Dr. Sarah Getch discusses the ups and downs of important friendships during her month-long series on connections.
Ways to prevent pickleball injuries
KCU alum, adjunct professor and orthopedic surgeon, Matt Daggett, DO, has thoughts about preventing pickleball injuries.
From mechanic to doctor
KCU Student Doctor David Kanarowski shares his unique journey into medicine and offers advice to other non-traditional students who have a dream.
KCU's Dr. Ken Stewart explains how to avoid tick bites
Tick bites are nothing to take lightly. Ticks can cause severe illness, allergies to meat and even death. KCU's Dr. Ken Stewart explains how to avoid tick bites in his monthly segment on Living Well.
KCU's Dr. Getch speaks on the importance of connections in the workplace
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and during this time, KCU's Dr. Sarah Getch will join the morning team at WDAF-TV to talk about mental health and staying connected. This week, Dr. Getch discusses the importance of connections at work.