Faculty
Access Family Care announces KCU’s John Paulson, DO, as interim chief medical officer
Access Family Care has announced John Paulson, DO, PhD, as interim chief medical officer. In this role, Paulson serves as Access Family Care’s lead expert on medical and public health topics, guiding staff through health policies and organizational management.
Coping with seasonal depression
As the days get shorter and colder, it should be a priority to keep up your mental health. KCU's Director of Clinical Psychology Training and Assistant Professor of Health Service Dr. Amy Sickel speaks with KCUR about the effects of seasonal depression.
KCU associate professor composes music inspired by human anatomy
Tony Olinger, PhD, an associate professor of anatomy at Kansas City University (KCU), is a remarkable example of the diverse talents within KCU’s academic community. By day, he delves into the intricacies of human anatomy; by night, he transforms into a composer, creating melodies that resonate with the soul.
The Science of Solved: A Breathless Pursuit
Investigators originally thought an extreme asthma attack caused a 21-year-old woman’s death, but the persistence of a future KCU faculty member proved otherwise and brought justice to a Virginia murder victim.
KCU faculty and student doctors take part in American Academy of Family Physicians National Conference
Medical students and resident physicians alike were immersed in a unique environment of networking and learning opportunities where they drew inspiration from accomplished speakers and could actively participate in workshops.
KCU’s Dr. Sarah Getch featured in weekly segments focused on mental health
Research has found that loneliness increases the risk of premature death by nearly 30 percent. In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, Sarah Getch, PhD, KCU program director and associate professor of Health Service Psychology, joined WDAF-TV for a series of segments focused on the importance of connectedness.
KCU faculty member Dr. Bryan Beutel joins Sano Orthopedics
Kansas City University faculty member Bryan G. Beutel, MD, FAAOS, has joined the medical practice of Sano Orthopedics.
KCU's Dr. Kennedy shines spotlight on benefits of therapy
KCU's Assistant Dean Curriculum and Integrated Learning Erinne Kennedy, DMD, sought out therapy when she felt burned out during dental school, and now, she is doing her part to help reduce the stigma dental students may feel in seeking support for their mental health. Read more by clicking here.
Bruce Williams, DO, completes term as ACOFP president
Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine Associate Dean of Clinical Education and Associate Professor of Primary Care Bruce Williams, DO, completed his one-year term as the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians president.
KCU associate professor devotes her career to kidney education
Carol Kirila, DO, KCU associate professor of Internal Medicine, says the kidneys are an organ many patients don’t know enough about. “Kidney disease is so silent and so forgotten. People don’t think about it and don’t know about it."
Kansas City Health Department appoints KCU faculty member Benjamin Grin, MD, MPH, as Chief Medical Officer
Benjamin Grin, MD, MPH, assistant professor of primary care at Kansas City University (KCU) has been appointed chief medical officer of the Kansas City Health Department (KCHD). Grin will serve in a newly created role to support KCHD Director Marvia Jones, PhD, MPH.
KCU staff and faculty volunteers assist with Score 1 for Health
KCU staff and faculty volunteers assisted Score 1 for Health with screenings that took place at local elementary schools in Kansas City.