News Releases
Kenneth Heiles, DO, honored with Lifetime Achievement Award
Kenneth A. Heiles, DO, campus dean of Kansas City University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine in Joplin, Missouri, has been awarded the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award by the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians.
KCU Board Chair Robert Juhasz, DO, receives William D. Miller Award
Robert S. Juhasz, DO, MACOI, FACP, chair of the Kansas City University Board of Trustees and a 1981 graduate of the University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine, has been named the 2025 recipient of the William D. Miller Award by the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine.
KCU College of Osteopathic Medicine launches behavioral health and leadership tracks to empower next generation of doctors
In an ever-evolving health care landscape, Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine is leading the way with two innovative tracks in behavioral health and leadership.
KCU faculty member Dr. Jacqueline Miller named Missouri Dentist of the Year
The Missouri Dental Association has named Jacqueline (Jackie) M. Miller, DDS, MS, MPH, adjunct assistant professor at Kansas City University’s College of Dental Medicine, as the recipient of its 2024 Dentist of the Year award.
Kansas City University receives $1.25M in generous gifts to support key initiatives
Kansas City University is pleased to announce a combined total of $1.25 million in philanthropic gifts, underscoring the university’s commitment to advancing health care education and fostering equity.
Dr. Nicole Fremarek appointed to Sano’s sports medicine team
Nicole Fremarek, DO, MBA, a faculty member at Kansas City University, has joined Sano Specialty Care. Fremarek combines her clinical expertise with a deep dedication to mentorship, fostering the integration of academic excellence and hands-on practice.
Dr. Jacqueline M. Miller receives Award of Merit for her leadership and outstanding service to the community
Jacqueline M. Miller, DDS, adjunct assistant professor of dental at Kansas City University College of Dental Medicine, received the Greater St. Louis Dental Society’s Award of Merit at the Society’s Annual Installation of Officers and Awards Ceremony on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Piazza Messina, in Cottleville, Missouri.
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KCU receives $16 million to build Center for Population Health and Equity
Kansas City University has thus far received a total of $16 million in federal and foundation support for the development and building of a new Center for Population Health and Equity on both Kansas City and Joplin campuses.
Kansas City University Center of Excellence to focus on improving health of populations, assessing equitable outcomes
Kansas City University (KCU) today announced plans for a new Center for Population Health and Equity (CPHE) that will systematically educate students and engage communities in addressing the factors outside of the health care system that impact health -- the social and structural determinants that are the largest contributors to health inequities.
KCU College of Dental Medicine receives HRSA Grant
Kansas City University has been awarded a second, notable grant within six months from the Health Resources and Services Administration.
Kenneth Heiles, DO, Named Campus Dean for KCU-Joplin College of Osteopathic Medicine
Kansas City University announces the appointment of Kenneth Heiles, DO, as campus dean for the College of Osteopathic Medicine – Joplin.
Kansas City University one step closer to impacting the oral health of the region
Kansas City University’s (KCU) College of Dental Medicine (CDM) located on their campus in Joplin, Missouri, announced today it has received initial accreditation status from the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA).