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February 16, 2024

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus receives High 5 For Mom and Baby Premier recognition

TOPEKA, Kan. (Feb. 16, 2024) - The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus has continued its commitment to improving infant and maternal health by earning recognition through High 5 for Mom & Baby Premier, a program developed by the United Me...

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February 03, 2024

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus appoints Sridevi Donepudi, MD, chief medical officer

TOPEKA, Kansas (Feb. 1, 2024) – The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus has appointed Sridevi Donepudi, MD, as chief medical officer (CMO), effective Feb. 19. Dr. Donepudi will provide medical staff leadership, strategic and operationa...

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January 26, 2024

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Recognized for Higher Quality in Maternity Care

TOPEKA, Kansas (January 26, 2024) –The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus is proud to be recognized by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) with a Blue Distinction® Centers (BDC) for Maternity Care designation as part of t...

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October 25, 2023

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus awarded Primary Heart Attack Certification from The Joint Commission

TOPEKA, KAN., Oct. 25, 2023 –The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® and the American Heart Association’s Heart-Check mark for Primary Heart Attack Certification. ...

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September 18, 2023

Introducing a Breakthrough in Stroke Prevention: The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Launches Watchman™ Procedure

  TOPEKA, KS September 18, 2023 – The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a leader in innovative healthcare solutions, is proud to announce the introduction of the Watchman™ Procedure to its comprehensive list of cutting-ed...

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August 16, 2023

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Celebrates First Anniversary of Transformative TAVR Procedure

Topeka, Kansas August 15, 2023– The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus is proud to celebrate a significant milestone in its healthcare journey as it marks the first anniversary of performing Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR...

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May 01, 2023

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus acquires Optimum Health Family Practice

Topeka, Kansas (May 1, 2023) – The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus announces the acquisition of Optimum Health Family Practice. The practice will be renamed The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Family Medicin...

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April 03, 2023

THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS HEALTH SYSTEM ST. FRANCIS CAMPUS RECEIVES HIGH 5 FOR MOM & BABY PREMIER RECOGNITION

THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS HEALTH SYSTEM ST. FRANCIS CAMPUS RECEIVES HIGH 5 FOR MOM & BABY PREMIER RECOGNITION   TOPEKA, Kan. (March 24, 2023) – The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus has continued its commitment to improving ...

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November 16, 2022

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Awarded “A” Hospital Safety Grade from Leapfrog Group

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus received an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group. This national distinction celebrates the health system’s St. Francis Campus’s achievements in protecting hospital p...

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February 24, 2021

Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition Announces the Election of Two New Board Members

New board members bring unique perspectives and experience to the KBC Board during a time when breastfeeding support is more important than ever. The Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition (KBC), a nonprofit working to create a culture of breastfeeding support in Kan...

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