KCU News

Kansas City University ushers in a new era of leadership with the appointment of Robert S. Juhasz, DO, MACOI, FACP, as chairman of its Board of Trustees.

“I’ve always considered my patients as friends and loved them,” said Dale Reinker, DO, FAAOS, FACOFP (COM 1969), about his 42-year career. “The fact that people who knew me from high school entrusted me with their health care was gratifying.”

At KCU, empathy means caring for our students, our colleagues and our communities. Many times, that happens outside the walls of the classroom. One student organization is using their hands to heal and help others long before they earn their credentials as doctors and dentists.

Diabetes affects an estimated 38 million people. Those with diabetes are at higher risk for related complications including a number of oral health concerns. 

Second-year dental student Alexon Tiem helped lead efforts to establish a brand-new chapter of the American Student Dental Association (ASDA) at KCU College of Dental Medicine.

Picture walking the sidelines of your favorite NFL team, not merely as a fan but as a member of the team. Jessica Nelson, a lifelong Minnesota Vikings fan, and fourth-year medical student at KCU, is living proof that dedication and passion can pave the way for incredible opportunities. 

At KCU our mission, improving the well-being of the communities we serve, defines everything we do. Taking care of our communities begins with taking care of our students. For D’Angeleau Newsome, that meant taking unique steps to make his commencement experience special.

The Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) honored Rex Archer, MD, MPH, Kansas City University (KCU) professor and director of population and public health, with their esteemed F. Douglas Scutchfield Leadership Award in recognition of his outstanding contributions toward strengthening public health infrastructure and improving the governmental public health system.

The American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians of California (ACOFP-CA) announced Steven Barag, DO, FACOFP, as a recipient of the esteemed 2024 ACOFP Master Preceptor Award. 

Twin sisters Biwy D. Cadet and Biwy E. Cadet, both attending Kansas City University (KCU) College of Osteopathic Medicine, share an incredible journey that started in Haiti and took them to new heights in the United States. Their story is one of resilience, determination and the power of education.

Carbon monoxide poisoning can cause flu-like symptoms such as headache, dizziness and nausea. KCU's Dr. Gautam Desai speaks on how you can stay safe from the dangers of carbon monoxide.

Summer days mean summer rays! Unprotected exposure to the sun can increase the risk of developing skin cancer. KCU’s Dr. Ken Stewart explains.