Saint Luke's Newsroom

Sep. 4, 2014

FOX4: Is double mastectomy right for breast cancer patients?

New research finds many more women are choosing to have both breasts removed when early stage cancer is detected in just one breast.
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Sep. 2, 2014

David J. Cohen, M.D., M.Sc. and John A. Spertus, M.D., M.P.H., named as two of the World’s Most Influential Scientific Minds 2014

David J. Cohen, M.D., M.Sc., and John A. Spertus, M.D., M.P.H., cardiologists with Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute in Kansas City and the University of Missouri – Kansas City, have dedicated their professional lives to cardiovascular research, producing innovative and impactful science that has defined and shaped cardiovascular care across the country.
Aug. 29, 2014

“Equipped for the Future” campaign nears $135,000 with Jim and Amber Shippen contribution

The most recent announced contributors to the “Equipped for the Future” campaign being conducted by the Wright Memorial Hospital Foundation believe that they must do their part to help raise each and every child and this community.
Aug. 26, 2014

Wright Memorial Walking Trail dedication set for Sept. 26

A date has been set for the Wright Memorial Hospital walking trail dedication ceremony and ribbon cutting.  Friday, September 26th at 11:00 a.

Aug. 11, 2014

American Heart and Stroke Associations: Possibility that Neck Manipulation Might Lead to Stroke

The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association released a statement about the possibility of chiropractic neck manipulation l

Aug. 11, 2014

The Kansas City Business Journal: Saint Luke's Health System CEO Joins American Hospital Association Board

Melinda Estes, CEO of Saint Luke's Health System, has been named to the American Hospital Association's board of trustees.
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Aug. 6, 2014

Trial Device Helps Prevent Congestive Heart Failure

Central Sleep Apnea can lead to congestive heart failure. Watch Shawn’s story and learn about the trial device Saint Luke’s uses to prevent congestive heart failure. The device isn’t used anywhere else in the region.