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St. Francis Campus first in Topeka to launch advanced AI technology to improve early lung cancer detection and treatment
Read more: St. Francis Campus first in Topeka to launch advanced AI technology to improve early lung cancer detection and treatmentTOPEKA, Kan. (Sept. 9, 2025) — The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus is the first hospital in Topeka to leverage advanced artificial intelligence technology to aid in the early detection and treatment of lung cancer. This groundbreaking initiative brings the latest in diagnostic innovation to northeast Kansas, empowering the health system’s St.…
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The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Recognized by BCBSKS for Higher-Quality Spine Surgery and Knee and Hip Replacements
Read more: The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Recognized by BCBSKS for Higher-Quality Spine Surgery and Knee and Hip ReplacementsTOPEKA, Kan. (July 8, 2025) – The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus is proud to be recognized by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) with Blue Distinction® Center+ (BDC+) designation for Spine Surgery and Blue Distinction Center (BDC) designation for Knee and Hip Replacement. These programs identify hospitals and ambulatory…
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New Robotic Technology Brings Earlier, More Accurate Lung Cancer Detection to Topeka
Read more: New Robotic Technology Brings Earlier, More Accurate Lung Cancer Detection to TopekaPatients at The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus now have access to one of the most advanced tools available for detecting lung cancer. A new robotic-assisted bronchoscopy system, known as Ion, is now in use by our pulmonology team—offering earlier and more precise diagnosis of lung cancer than ever before. Developed by…
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How to Prepare for a Mammogram
Read more: How to Prepare for a MammogramWe get it. No one looks forward to a mammogram. And why would you? Whether it’s a routine screening or because you’ve found something suspicious, it’s ultimately a check to see if you have cancer. That, along with the discomfort of the exam itself, can be more than a little nerve-racking for most women. It’s…
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What to do if … you have the flu
Read more: What to do if … you have the fluMany people believe flu season only lasts a few months, but it can stretch through seven months of the year. Learn tips on what to do if you think you may have the flu. What are symptoms of the flu? – Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher – Chills – Cough – Sore throat …
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2024
Read more: Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2024October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and can serve both a reminder and an opportunity to take care of YOU! Breast health begins with a sense of what is normal for your breasts, also known as breast awareness. To promote breast health, consider doing regular breast self-exams. With practice, you will discover how your breasts…
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New vaccine available for the 2024-25 Flu Season
Read more: New vaccine available for the 2024-25 Flu SeasonA new vaccine that fights three strains of influenza is now available from health care providers across the U.S. The most effective way to fight the flu is to get vaccinated, says the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While the virus can spread among the population during the entire year, the flu…
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The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus at the Forefront of Improving Accuracy of Prostate Biopsies
Read more: The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus at the Forefront of Improving Accuracy of Prostate BiopsiesTOPEKA, Kan. (June 20, 2024) – June is Men’s Health Month, a crucial time to emphasize the importance of proactive healthcare for men. In alignment with this focus, The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus is excited to announce the introduction of groundbreaking technologies in prostate cancer detection and management, setting new standards in…
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The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Receives Prestigious Baby-Friendly Designation
Read more: The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Receives Prestigious Baby-Friendly DesignationThe University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus is proud to announce that it has achieved the highly prestigious international Baby-Friendly designation after a rigorous review process conducted by Baby-Friendly USA, the organization responsible for bestowing this certification in the United States.
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The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus appoints Adam Meier, MSN, RN, NE-BC, CPHQ, as chief nursing officer
Read more: The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus appoints Adam Meier, MSN, RN, NE-BC, CPHQ, as chief nursing officerThe University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus proudly announces the appointment of Adam Meier, MSN, RN, NE-BC, CPHQ, as the new chief nursing officer (CNO). With over 11 years of dedicated service at The University of Kansas Health System, Adam brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of leadership that…
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