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On the Road to Better Heart Health
At 66, Craig has spent half his life with coronary heart disease (CAD). His first heart attack occurred in his early 30s, and he has since had two bypass surgeries and 30-plus coronary stent placements to keep his heart healthy.
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KSHB: Henli the Facility Dog Making Positive Impact for Rehab Patients
Saint Luke's Rehabilitation Institute's newest staff member is making an immediate impact on patient care this year. Henli is a two-year old facility dog, highly trained to work in clinical settings alongside licensed therapists.
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FOX 4: Saint Luke's Rehabilitation Patients Participate in Fifth Annual Garden Party
The annual event offers a unique form of therapy that allows patients to build skills and confidence in everyday tasks they love.
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Thera-Pup: Meet Henli the Facility Dog
Two years after an intern presented on the clinical and emotional benefits of service animals, the Rehabilitation Institute is delighted to introduce the world to Henli, a highly trained dog with a knack for comfort and connection.
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Finding His Voice Again: Saint Luke’s Music Therapy Patient’s Remarkable Recovery
On Nov. 11, 2024, Kevin Dierking suffered a stroke that caused aphasia, eliminating his ability to speak. Music therapy at Saint Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute has been a pivotal and powerful part of his recovery journey.
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KCTV: Saint Luke's Celebrates 50 Year Anniversary of Clinical Forensic Program
Jennifer Sonsiadek, Nurse Manager of Saint Luke’s Clinical Forensic Program, talks to KCTV about how Saint Luke’s has been leading the way and innovating clinical forensic care provided in Kansas City and the nation for 50 years.
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Health News You Can Use: Saint Luke's Clinical Forensics Program
The care a person receives immediately following abuse or assault has a significant effect on their physical, emotional, and psychological well-being.
Continuing Excellent Rehabilitation Care
After his wife's passing, Dale remembered the help she had received from Saint Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, and decided he wanted to donate.
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FOX4: Ancient Mummies Focus of Heart Research Led by Saint Luke's Mid America Heart Institute
FOX4 talked to Dr. Randall Thompson about the decade-long study of ancient mummies.
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Surviving a Silent Threat
Feeling “off” turned into a critical situation within moments when Stacee suffered a ruptured brain aneurysm that led to a hemorrhagic stroke.