Westridge Elementary Elementary students are staying healthy, with free physical, dental, and vision assessments thanks to a partnership with the Kansas City University's annual Score 1 for Health preventive health program that provides free, in-school health screenings for elementary-aged children

Two KCU students were honored during the AOF 2023 Honors Gala in Orlando, Florida. Tyler Raby and Samuel Heywood received the AOF’s Sterling Welch, DO, Scholars Grant in recognition of their outstanding academic achievement and leadership.

Always fun to see students do cool stuff to help others. 2022 UVM Larner Med FAER #MSARF MS2 Diana Mantilla from Kansas City University recently generated $2300 to support KC kids who are interested in #science and #STEAM programs using her IHC images. #SciencetoArt #Proud

KCU is among 63 prestigious higher education institutions to receive the 2023 Health Professions Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine. Read more at bit.ly/3rVzGhy

KCU student club members from over a dozen student organizations spent the morning with preschoolers from Della Lamb. Medical students introduced the children to stethoscopes, reflex hammers and other equipment while they explored KCU's simulated patient rooms. #KCUstudents

KCU alum, Thomas Truong, DO (COM '03), medical director of the Chest Pain Center and Cath Lab at Northern Nevada Medical Group, has been recognized as a 2023 Northern Nevada Healthcare Hero. Congratulations Dr. Truong! Learn more at bit.ly/46HZrR5 #KCUAlumni

Ingram’s has named KCU President and CEO Marc Hahn, DO, one of Kansas City’s 250 Most Influential Business Leaders. Read what Dr. Hahn shared at
bit.ly/3QfkgOu #IngramsMagazine

As members of the #osteopathic #meded community, it’s on us to make our priorities visible and voices heard. That’s why we are taking action with other #AACOMAdvocates this AACOM Advocacy Day.

KCU Score 1 for Health and OneSight continued their long-time partnership with a week-long clinic to provide free eye exams and glasses to children from over 100 schools across the metropolitan area. #Score1forHealth OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation

Before she began chasing her dream of becoming a physician, second-year medical student Bailey Austin rose to prominence as one of the top water skiers in the world. Read her amazing story at bit.ly/3M008gD

Early detection is often the key to a successful outcome after a breast cancer diagnosis. KCU’s Dr. Ken Stewart shares important information about the disease as well as some of the factors that can put women at greater risk. Watch now at bit.ly/46nc6JG

KCU is proud to recognize Latasha Vick, MHS, DDS, director of Community Based Education and Outreach, on her appointment to the Board of Directors of Delta Dental of Missouri. Congratulations Dr. Vick! #dentalmedicine #KCUfaculty

Four Kansas City University alumni were honored during the American Osteopathic Foundation 2023 Honors Gala that took place October 6, 2023, at the Walt Disney World Swan Resort. bit.ly/3PUKEM5 #AOF @AOA #KCUAlumni

Breast surgeon and breast cancer survivor, Deepa Halaharvi, DO (COM '08), speaks on the importance of early detection as October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Watch now at bit.ly/3Qciei0 #BreastCancerAwareness #KCUAlumni

Our students, faculty and alumni were among the world’s largest gathering of osteopathic physicians at the Osteopathic Medical Education Conference in Orlando! #KCUalumni #OMED2023 AOA

Ovarian cancer can cause many symptoms that range from abdominal pain to fatigue. Kathy Lafavor, DO (COM '06), speaks on the importance of early detection. bit.ly/48gVy7l #KCUAlumni

We caught our students in the act of doing good! Members of the KCU-Joplin American Medical Women’s Association volunteered with Lafayette House’s retail store, Second Chances, by helping organize, tag and hang clothing donations. #KCUStudents

Recently, members of the KCU-Joplin Internal Medicine Club spent time preparing meals and cleaning at Watered Gardens to support families experiencing homelessness. #KCUStudents

KCU's Asian Pacific American Medical Student Association hosted a Hot Pot Night in celebration of completing exams! The family-style meal offered an opportunity for students to spend time together and take a break from the rigorous demands of their studies. #KCUstudents

A KCU associate professor has devoted her career to kidney education. Join in on Women in Medicine Month and learn more about the impact Carol Kirila, DO, KCU associate professor of Internal Medicine, has made on her community. Read more at bit.ly/44V7bxM @AOA #WIMMonth