KCU in the News

Kansas City University medical students celebrate Match Day

By KSNF Mar 19, 2024

KCU joined universities across the nation in hosting a Match Day celebration for fourth-year medical students.

Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

By KSNF Mar 8, 2024

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. KCU's Dr. Ken Stewart speaks on the disease and offers guidance on prevention.

How to not let stress take over

By WDAF Mar 8, 2024

What should you keep in mind when you want to reduce stress? KCU's Dr. Amy Sickel speaks on how to practice living in the moment and differences between stress, worry and rumination.

AMP-UP: New program accelerates path for students seeking medical, dental degrees

Mar 7, 2024

Students admitted to a new accelerated med school and dental school program announced by Pittsburg State University and Kansas City University will save money and time on their path to becoming health care professionals, getting them into the field of medicine more quickly at a time when physicians and dentists are in demand in rural areas like Southeast Kansas and Southwest Missouri.

KCU's Oral Health Center provides patient with life-changing care

By KODE 12 Mar 5, 2024

Cory Fisk has a healthy new smile thanks to the care he received at KCU’s Oral Health Center. He shares his heartwarming story with KODE’s Gretchen Bolander.

KCU medical student tutors foster children

By KSNF Mar 5, 2024

KCU first-year medical student Chris Stewart loves school. He hopes his love for learning sparks something in the foster kids he tutors each week in partnership with a local organization.

Preparing for an earlier and longer allergy season

By WDAF Feb 28, 2024

Allergy season is starting as early as February this year. KCU’s Dr. Gautam Desai offers guidance on how to reduce seasonal allergy symptoms.

KCU Global Health serving in Guatemala

Feb 27, 2024

KCU students gained invaluable experience in Guatemala treating underserved patients while helping improve the well-being of the community there.

KCU Oral Health Center screenings

By KSNF Feb 26, 2024

Screenings are now underway for those who would like to become patients at KCU's Oral Health Center. Dr. Linda Niessen tells us more.

Game day tips to avoid a hangover

By FOX 4 Feb 5, 2024

Celebrating sensibly will help you avoid a Super Bowl hangover. KCU’s Dr. Gautam Desai offers guidance to keep in mind.

Don't skip flossing when it comes to oral hygiene practices

By KODE 12 Jan 17, 2024

Flossing is one of the most important oral hygiene practices to protect your teeth against plaque, the bacteria that causes tooth decay and gum disease. KCU’s Dr. Linda Niessen demonstrates the proper technique.

Smart food choices can benefit your oral health

By KSNF Jan 17, 2024

A diet overhaul is one of the most common New Year’s resolutions made every year. Making smart food choices can benefit more than just our waistlines by ensuring a healthy smile all year long. KCU’s Dr. Linda Niessen explains.