KCU News
KCU-Joplin alumna turns family legacy into student support
As the first Joplin campus graduate of Kansas City University to establish a scholarship, Jordyn Watts, DO, MBA (COM 2022), is giving future students something she knows can make all the difference: the support of someone who understands what they're going through.
Breaking the stigma: Helping boys and men talk about mental health
During Men's Health Awareness Month, Dr. Jason Malousek shared how stigma can prevent boys and men from talking about their mental health.
KCU initiative expands mental health care for KCPS with $410K grant
Kansas City University has received a $410,000, two-year grant from the Children’s Services Fund of Jackson County to expand school-based mental health services for Kansas City Public Schools students, strengthening early access to care and building resilience for children and families across Kansas City.
Food safety during a power outage: If in doubt, throw it out
After severe storms caused widespread power outages across Southwest Missouri, Dr. Ken Stewart shared the importance of food safety.
How oral health may impact brain health
Your oral health may have a greater impact on your overall health than you realize.
Honoring Juneteenth through compassion, service and action
Today, we recognize Juneteenth, a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States and an important milestone in our nation's ongoing journey toward freedom and justice.
KCU alumnus James MacKenzie, DO, leads Illinois State Medical Board
During his time at Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine, James Mackenzie, DO, began defining the kind of physician he wanted to become—one focused not just on clinical skill, but on understanding his patients.
What is a certified anesthesiologist assistant? Differences and similarities with CRNA explained
If you're exploring a career path in anesthesia, you may be considering two important roles: certified anesthesiologist assistant and certified registered nurse anesthetist.
KCU primary care leader reflects on historic ACOFP term and paying mentorship forward
Gautam J. Desai, DO, FACOFP dist., chair and professor of Primary Care at Kansas City University recently completed a one-year term as president of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians, becoming the organization's first Indian American president.
Staying safe from ticks this summer
As tick activity increases across the Midwest this summer, Dr. Gautam Desai discussed where ticks are commonly found, how to properly remove them, symptoms to watch for after a bite and ways to reduce exposure.
What is bioinformatics?
Have you ever wondered how scientists decode the complexities of our genetic makeup or discover new drugs faster than ever before? The answer lies in bioinformatics, a fascinating field at the intersection of biology and technology.
KCU graduate takes off toward elite aerospace medicine residency
On Military Match Day at the United States Naval Academy, the weight of years of training came down to a single moment.