Leadership

Alexon Tiem, a second-year medical student, has been appointed District 9 Trustee for the American Student Dental Association.

Gautam J. Desai, DO, FACOFP, professor and chair of Primary Care at Kansas City University, has been named the president of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians. A respected leader and beloved mentor, Desai makes history as the first Indian American to assume this prestigious role.

Kansas City University is pleased to announce the appointment of Tanya Honderick, MPH, MS, RN, CPH, as the director of the Center for Population Health and Equity on the University’s Joplin, Missouri, campus. 

This Monday, Kansas City University will join the nation in honoring the Reverend Martin Luther King Jr., who dedicated his life to servant leadership and in turn implored each of us to engage in profound self-reflection...

Dr. Juhasz is grateful to KCU because the education he received allowed him to become an osteopathic physician. Not only was he able to provide a good life for his wife and family, he is now able to give back.

On this Veterans Day, I invite you to join me in reflecting upon the extraordinary number of women and men who, throughout history, have selflessly dedicated themselves to protecting our country through their service in the United States Armed Forces.

Rockhurst University and Kansas City University announced a new agreement that will provide high school graduates an accelerated pathway to earn a medical degree in just seven years. This collaboration marks a significant step toward enhancing access to medical education in the Kansas City region.

Marc B. Hahn, DO, president and CEO of Kansas City University (KCU), has been recognized as one of Ingram's exclusive list of ‘50 Missourians You Should Know.’ Hahn’s visionary leadership has positioned KCU as a leading institution in medical and health sciences education and innovation.

Kansas City University (KCU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Sally Ann Mitchell, EdD, MMSc, CAA, as the program director for its new Master of Health Sciences in Anesthesiologist Assistant (MHS-AA) program, set to begin in January 2026.

Kansas City University ushers in a new era of leadership with the appointment of Robert S. Juhasz, DO, MACOI, FACP, as chairman of its Board of Trustees.

In this role, Haase will provide executive leadership for KCU, advising the president on issues that support the university’s mission and goals, staying abreast of proposals and legislative matters that may impact the university, and building relationships with professional, community, civic leaders and organizations.

Dr. Georges C. Benjamin promotes dream to become the healthiest nation in one generation.