KCU News
Kansas City University recognized as national leader in addressing U.S. physician workforce shortage
A newly released report from the National Center for the Analysis of Healthcare Data identifies Kansas City University as an impactful force in addressing the growing demand for physicians across Missouri, Kansas, and the nation.
KCU dean honored with prestigious AAO Academy Award for leadership in osteopathic medicine
With a career defined by service, leadership and innovation in osteopathic medicine, W. Joshua Cox, DO, FACOFP, executive dean of the College of Osteopathic Medicine at Kansas City University, has been honored with the American Academy of Osteopathy’s distinguished Academy Award.
A house call in the highlands: A medical student’s unforgettable experience with KCU’s global health outreach
At the Carmelo de Nazareth Convent, nestled in a remote mountain village in the highlands of Guatemala, Kansas City University’s team of student doctors, faculty and alumni physician volunteers were hard at work.
KCU researcher works to catch ALS before it strikes
Imagine a world where a simple blood test could give ALS patients a fighting chance, years before symptoms begin. At Kansas City University, Abdulbaki Agbas, PhD, MSc, professor of Biosciences, is working to make that vision a reality.
Kansas City University achieves healthiest employer status for fifth straight year
Kansas City University has been recognized as one of the Kansas City Business Journal’s Healthiest Employers of 2025, a prestigious honor that highlights organizations leading the way in employee health and well-being.
KCU student brings heart to the field as Miracle League buddy
Olivia Kaufman, a second-year medical student at Kansas City University, is gaining hands-on experience with the kids she hopes to treat one day—not in a clinic, but on a baseball field.
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.
Science in action: KCU hosts largest Research Symposium yet
Kansas City University’s 33rd Annual Research Symposium brought together students, faculty, residents, alumni and research partners for a record-breaking celebration of scientific discovery and academic excellence.
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.
Dr. Getch joins athletics to explore embracing body image beyond the game
In this first episode of Win for KC’s bi-monthly video series, Winning @ Wellness, Dr. Sarah Getch discusses the impact of body image on athletes.
PsyD students secure competitive internship placements through national match
Kansas City University clinical psychology doctoral students achieved a 100 percent match rate in this year’s national internship cycle—an important milestone on their path to becoming licensed psychologists.