Dental Medicine
Breaking barriers: Dental student doctors path to possibility
When people hear “first-generation student,” they often think of someone who’s the first in their family to complete college. Student Doctor Heather Sams’ story, however, redefines what it means to be first-gen: she’s the first in her family to graduate from high school.
Local high students explore dentistry at KCU–Joplin
Students from Neosho High School explored careers in dentistry during a hands-on visit to KCU-Joplin.
Preventive dental care could lower your heart disease risk
Dr. Linda Niessen explains why taking care of your gums also helps protect your heart.
Protect your oral health this cold & flu season
Dr. Erinne Kennedy shares essential tips to keep your oral health on track during cold and flu season.
Oral Health Center at KCU-Joplin makes dental care affordable
The Oral Health Center at KCU-Joplin is dedicated to making dental care accessible to everyone, regardless of insurance status.
ADA president visits KCU College of Dental Medicine, praises innovative approach and mission
The College of Dental Medicine at KCU-Joplin welcomed Brett Kessler, DDS, president of the American Dental Association.
NIH fellowship offers KCU students prestigious research experience and residency advantage
“We’re training skeptics and detectives,” said Jeffrey Staudinger, PhD, professor of pharmacology at Kansas City University. “These students will leave not just knowing more about cancer biology, but also how to ask the right questions — a skill every good clinician needs.”
Bridging the gap: Generosity expands access to care at KCU’s Oral Health Center
The goal is simple: everyone should be able to afford the care they need.
Future dentists begin their journey at KCU-Joplin white coat ceremony
KCU-Joplin welcomed its third class of students in the College of Dental Medicine during the annual white coat ceremony.
Fast-tracking rural students into health care careers
Kansas City University has launched the Rural Health Scholars, an innovative partnership with 10 regional colleges designed to fast-track students from rural, medically underserved counties in Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Arkansas into careers as osteopathic physicians or dentists.
Kansas City University launches Rural Health Scholars program across three Midwest states
Kansas City University, the #1 producer of physicians practicing in Missouri, has announced its new Rural Health Scholars program—an innovative, partnership designed to fast-track students from rural, medically underserved counties in Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Arkansas into careers as osteopathic physicians or dentists.