KCU News

From Cancer Surgeon to Cancer Patient: KCU Grad Brings Unique Insight to Commencement

May 1, 2018
When Deepa Halaharvi, DO, became a breast cancer surgeon in 2014, she said a prayer asking God how she could best serve her patients. Her prayer was answered,...

AOA President visits Campus to Discuss the Future of Osteopathic Medicine

Apr 19, 2018
When asked about the future of osteopathic medicine, Mark Baker, DO, is quick to respond. “Our future is very bright,” Baker said.  Baker is...

A Connection to David Koresh

Apr 12, 2018
This April 19th will mark the 25th anniversary since a standoff between federal agents and the followers of David Koresh ended with fire consuming the Branch...

How ADHD Made Me A Better Physician and Teacher

Apr 6, 2018

“I have ADHD. Can I become a doctor?” Yes. Despite the stigma that still surrounds Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and other learning difficulties, those with such afflictions can become highly competent and successful physicians.

KCU Student Leaders Represent the Profession at Annual “DO Day on Capitol Hill”

Mar 23, 2018
When Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences fourth-year medical students Sirus Saeedipour and Alec Gazda donned their white coats March 7, they...

Science is Cool at Annual Research Symposium

Mar 23, 2018
“If you don’t think this is cool, then you may be dead.” The light-hearted comment came from Kansas City University of Medicine and...

Assistant Dean Receives Certified Physician Executive Credentialing

Mar 1, 2018

Dr. Anne VanGarsse receives Certified Physician Executive credentialing through American Association for Physician Leadership.®

Drugs and Alcohol Nearly Claimed His Life. Then, This Pro Athlete Met a DO

Feb 23, 2018

“He pulled up a chair and started talking to me about Vance, about my life, my family,” Johnson recalls. “Not one time did he talk to me about sports.” 

How To Talk to Children About Mass Shootings

Feb 16, 2018
Kids of all ages hear about mass shootings. When this tragedy happens in a school it of course hits closer to home. Children often experience worry and...

Faculty Military Experience Enriches Curriculum, Creates Culture of Support

Feb 9, 2018

Spend five minutes with Janis Coffin, DO (KCU-COM ’98), and you’ll notice one thing in particular – her passion. Whether she’s talking about her military service or her students, Dr. Coffin exudes enthusiasm.

KCU Student Ian Kloehn: 20/20 Inspiration

Feb 6, 2018
You would never know Ian Kloehn has a physical impairment by looking at him. That’s just the way he likes it. “I wait to tell people after they get...