KCU News

KCU College of Osteopathic Medicine graduate honored with 2024 Excellence in Public Health Award

By Haley Reardon May 13, 2024

Andrew Kochvar had just started his first year of medical school at KCU when COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic. Though he was several years away from becoming an osteopathic physician, he knew he had to do something to help. 

Woman honors late father by graduating from medical school

May 10, 2024

After losing her father to COVID-19 while attending medical school, Anne Ast walked across the stage and graduated from KCU with a plan to serve rural communities. 

Growing shortage in physicians impacts rural areas

May 8, 2024

A growing shortage in physicians is impacting rural areas. KCU's Class of 2024 aims to help fill the gap.

Coping with seasonal allergies

May 8, 2024

Did you know pollen in the air can settle in the lining of your nose, which causes irritation? KCU's Dr. John Paulson gives tips and insight on how to cope with seasonal allergies.

KCU graduates address shortage in primary care

May 8, 2024

Kansas City University Class of 2024 graduates address shortage in primary care in the Joplin area. 

KCU-Joplin Class of 2024 commencement

May 8, 2024

Kansas City University celebrates 154 graduates in Joplin during the Class of 2024 commencement ceremony.

From patient to doctor: KCU student who overcame childhood cancer prepares to serve as pediatrician

By Felicia Vaught May 2, 2024

"It's a complete exhaustion that consumes you.” That is how Regan Hill described what he felt while battling cancer as a young child. Today, the medical student sets out to help children with severe health problems – including those in need of cancer care.

KCU Earns Two Workplace Well-Being Awards: Healthiest Employer in KC & Platinum Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health

By Haley Reardon May 1, 2024

We’re proud to announce that Kansas City University (KCU) was recently named as one of Kansas City’s 2024 Healthiest Employers by the Kansas City Business Journal for the fourth year in a row. This prestigious accolade reflects KCU's unwavering commitment to prioritizing the well-being of its employees through its KCyou Well-Being program.

AACOM sessions held at KCU in conjunction with annual conference

By Haley Reardon Apr 25, 2024

When the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine selected Kansas City as the location for its annual conference, Educating Leaders 2024, it presented an opportunity for KCU to host our osteopathic colleagues, showcasing cutting-edge technology, innovative curriculum and campus and impressive research across all KCU colleges.

Primary care deserts

Apr 25, 2024

The state of Missouri mirrors most of the country when it comes to a need for primary care doctors. KCU medical students explain how they are working to fulfill the need. 

KCU faculty and alumni inducted into the ACOFP Conclave of Fellows Class of 2024

By Haley Reardon Apr 24, 2024

Kansas City University alumni and faculty continue to achieve excellence in the field of osteopathic medicine.

More doctors using food as medicine

Apr 24, 2024

KCU's Dr. Gautam Desai, AACOM President Dr. Robert Cain and Dr. Dawn Mussallem with the Mayo Clinic speak with Fox 4 on why doctors are focusing on how food plays a part in whole health.