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Feb. 22, 2022

Heart Failure Patient Gets Lifesaving Second Opinion from Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute

Gary Petrozz was already taking medications for heart failure, yet he could still feel that something wasn’t right in his body. A friend recommended he go to Saint Luke’s, a suggestion that would end up paying off.
Feb. 22, 2022

KSHB: Missouri Teacher's Recovery Called a Miracle After Scare Leads to Emergency Heart Transplant

KSHB talked to Dr. Andrew Kao about why Jennifer Gill's story is being called a miracle.
Feb. 21, 2022

KSHB: Leawood Man Survives Heart Attack Thanks to Fast Actions of Others

KSHB talked to nurse Jenni Legg and Dr. Adnan Chhatriwalla about how the swift actions of others saved John Longan's life.
Feb. 21, 2022

Scientific American: The Next 100 Years of Diabetes Care

On the anniversary of the discovery of insulin, experts reflect on how much progress has been made to treat and manage diabetes—and how much more is necessary.
Feb. 18, 2022

Kansas City Business Journal: 20 to Know: Health care professionals in Kansas City

The Kansas City Business Journal named Marshaun Butler as one of its 20 health care professionals to know in the Kansas City area.
Feb. 18, 2022

KCTV: Pregnant? Here’s what you need to know about preeclampsia

Women with preeclampsia, which causes persistent high blood pressure during or immediately after pregnancy, have an increased risk of future heart disease.
Feb. 18, 2022

Hedrick Medical Center Auxiliary now accepting applications for 2022 scholarships

The Hedrick Medical Center Auxiliary is pleased to announce the continuation of the scholarship program for area residents. Students already enrolled in or admitted to a degree program in a health care field are eligible for the scholarship.
Feb. 17, 2022

Health News You Can Use: Stress’ Impact on the Heart

Stress levels are higher than pre-pandemic levels. We talk about how your body processes stress, how stress can impact your heart, and what people should be mindful of during stressful times.
Feb. 16, 2022

Health Leaders: Saint Luke's Gives Nurses Their Own Virtual Care Unit

Saint Luke's Health System has opened an inpatient virtual nursing unit that is managed almost entirely by nurses and is fielding calls from health systems across the country interested in the concept.