KCU News
ADA president visits KCU College of Dental Medicine, praises innovative approach and mission
The College of Dental Medicine at KCU-Joplin welcomed Brett Kessler, DDS, president of the American Dental Association.
Navigating this cold and flu season with Dr. Grin
Cold and flu season is here, and protecting your health requires a few simple steps.
Beyond the threshold
KCU isn’t just committed to shaping future health care professionals for tomorrow, we're dedicated to making a real, lasting difference for our communities today.
Osteopathic training explained: Start to finish at KCU
If you're passionate about whole-person care, leadership in underserved communities and hands-on learning, pursuing a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine may be your calling.
Great compensation, benefits and mission: KCU named a top college to work for
Kansas City University is proving that a mission-driven culture and employee well-being go hand in hand, earning national workplace recognition as a Great College to Work For®.
Changing health care for good: Building resilience to tackle burnout and suicide for physicians and students
September 17 marked National Physician Suicide Awareness Day. Sadly, physicians have one of the highest suicide rates of any profession, with an estimated 300 to 400 physician deaths annually.
KCU team members honored among 20 to Know in Health Care
Kansas City University congratulates Richard Schooler, DO, vice president of the Farber-McIntire Campus and founding dean of the College of Health Professions, Sarah J. Hon, DO, KCU clinical professor of Neurology and Vishal Adma, MD, KCU adjunct professor of Psychiatry, on their inclusion in the Kansas City Business Journal 20 to Know in Health Care.
Score 1 for Health launches school year screenings at KCU campuses
Medical and dental students at Kansas City University stepped out of the classroom and into hands-on learning, welcoming hundreds of elementary school students for free health screenings to officially launch the program for the 2025–26 school year.
One in three adults affected by Fatty Liver Disease, KCU expert says
Recent research shows one in three U.S. adults may be affected by fatty liver disease, with excessive alcohol consumption as a major contributor.
Local fifth graders receive free physicals at KCU-Joplin
The Score 1 for Health program provided free head-to-toe physicals and dental exams for local fifth graders at KCU-Joplin.
Score 1 for Health brings free screenings and STEM activities to KC kids
Elementary students from Vita Nova Charter School visited Kansas City University (KCU) for Score 1 for Health, a program founded by former Kansas City Chiefs player Deron Cherry.
KCU medical students give screenings to local kids
Nearly 300 Scuola Vita Nuova Charter School students received health screenings through Score 1 for Health, a preventative health initiative at KCU, giving children care and second-year medical students their first clinical experience.