Kansas Health Science University

Human interaction is at the heart of osteopathic medicine. Through touch and patient dialogue, doctors of osteopathic medicine diagnose patients and foster communication. Now, though, KHSU-Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine employs a range of state-of-the-art technological innovations to maximize medical classroom and lab instruction and prepare students for the vital, interpersonal moments they’ll encounter in real-life practice. Read more to see how teaching innovation looks like in the classroom at KansasCOM.

Congratulations to KHSU-KansasCOM faculty Mark Mosley, MD, MPH, for his published article in the May 2024 issue of Emergency Medicine News! Read his article about the business of medicine and the harm it does at the link below.

Kansas Governor Laura Kelly recently announced that Kansas Health Science University is one of 26 nonprofits in Kansas to receive Community Service Program Tax Credits. KHSU-Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine plans to use the tax credits, as well as additional funds that will be raised from donors, to build a biomedical laboratory. Learn more about how this addition will impact student doctors.

Congratulations to KHSU-Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine Faculty Dr. Hu, Dr. Bigham, Dr. Stanczak, and Student Doctors Gloria Xie and Cameron White for the publication of their peer-reviewed article analyzing the peer-reviewed publications on osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM) in human disorders between January 2018 and December 2022.

We’re excited to announce that Kansas Health Science Center is now Kansas Health Science University! This change is an important first step toward positioning ourselves to explore new disciplines and degree programs and provide diverse opportunities for future students. The university’s founding program, the Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine, will remain unchanged. “This name change reflects our growth and ongoing commitment to providing exceptional programs that produce forward-thinking, empathetic health care leaders,” said Tiffany Masson, Psy.D., president of KHSU. “As Kansas Health Science University, we continue to build on our foundation of collaboration and partnerships to address the unique health care needs of Kansans and the nation.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/giMSFYDi

All of us at KHSC wish you a happy and safe 4th of July! Our campus is closed so that faculty and staff can relax, recharge and reflect.

Today is World Blood Donor Day, an annual observance for raising awareness of the need for a safe and stable blood supply as well as celebrating blood donors for their lifesaving contributions. According to the American Red Cross, U.S. blood donors has hit an all-time low with only three out of 100 people giving blood. As a result, there is a 20,000-donation shortfall. Earlier this year, KHSC-Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine hosted a blood drive in commemoration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day that aligned with National Day of Service. Collaborating with the American Red Cross of Kansas, 38 student doctors, staff and faculty addressed the urgent need for blood while also honoring Dr. King’s legacy of united action to effect positive change. To find a blood donation site near you visit https://lnkd.in/e3x4YwH.

KHSC-Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine and Wichita State University have teamed up to tackle Kansas’ physician shortage with a new 3 4 program! Select WSU students can now fast-track their medical careers, completing both their bachelor’s and medical degrees in just seven years. This innovative partnership not only expedites education but also reduces student debt. #MedicalEducation #PhysicianShortage #FutureDoctors #DOProud 

Our latest blog post explains why KHSC-Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine's student doctors passionately commit their time and expertise to community service and how they chose to partner with LEAGUE 42 FOUNDATION for the National DO Day of Service. Read more about their impact here: https://lnkd.in/gHVJm6tK #DOProud #HereForGood #KansasCOM #OsteopathicMedicine #CommunityService #MedEd

Land of the free, because of the brave.   As we observe Memorial Day, we reflect and show gratitude for those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. #NeverForget