KCU News

From dreaming about space travel to training as a future space doctor, Kansas City University graduate Jason-Flor Sisante is taking the next step toward a career in aerospace medicine through the United States Navy’s aerospace medicine program.

Long before medical school, Christopher M. Ahmad was learning what it meant to care for others by observing how small acts of attention, presence and respect can make a difference.

If you're considering a career in psychology, one of the first big decisions you’ll face is choosing between a Doctor of Clinical Psychology and a Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology.

Fifteen years after the devastating Joplin tornado, Dr. Ken Stewart still remembers the chaos, resilience and lifesaving efforts that followed one of the deadliest tornadoes in U.S. history.

Osteopathic medicine is a distinct approach to care that focuses on the body as an interconnected system. Understanding how it differs from allopathic medicine helps clarify its growing role in today’s health care system.

Colonel Tom Mathews, DO, JD, doesn’t give to receive recognition. He gives because he believes responsibility follows opportunity.

For Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine alumnus Joe Dorsten, DO, and his wife, Sally, the arts have always been more than a pastime — they are an essential part of a well-rounded life.

Mental Health Awareness Month is a reminder that mental wellness is just as important as physical health.

Kansas City University has earned full accreditation in human simulation from the Association of SP Educators, marking a significant milestone for SIMPACT, the University’s simulation department, and recognizing excellence in simulated patient–based medical education.

Peter Khoury, DO, a recent graduate of KCU-Joplin College of Osteopathic Medicine, was featured in Compliance Today Magazine, highlighting his expertise and unique path at the intersection of health care, law and governance.

After working as an accountant, Kevin Sullivan made the life-changing decision to pursue medicine following his daughter’s battle with a life-threatening condition.

Growing up in Lebanon, KCU-Joplin Class of 2026 graduate Jad Imad witnessed the impact of conflict and injury firsthand, experiences that inspired him to pursue a career in medicine and serve others in times of need.