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The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Bariatric Program Shows Great Success through the Years
Read more: The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Bariatric Program Shows Great Success through the YearsSince 2002, the bariatric program at The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus has been serving the medical weight loss needs of northeast Kansas. With over 3,000 surgeries performed, the program is recognized as a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence. Dr. Carlyle Dunshee, bariatric surgeon at The University of Kansas Health System St.…
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Bariatric Surgery at The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Changes Woman’s Life for the Better
Read more: Bariatric Surgery at The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Changes Woman’s Life for the BetterSusan Kotsch, 56, had struggled with weight problems for what seemed like forever. After experiencing numerous health issues, she decided to make a change that would positively impact her life for years to come. “It felt like I had tried every diet out there,” said Kotsch. “When I was diagnosed with diabetes, I weighed 323…
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Endometriosis: What is it and how should it be treated?
Read more: Endometriosis: What is it and how should it be treated?Endometriosis impacts approximately 200 million women worldwide, with an estimated 10 to 20 percent of women of childbearing age in the United States currently living with the disease. What exactly is endometriosis? Dr. Brian Cobb, obstetrician and gynecologist at The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, is breaking it down, as well as sharing…
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An alternative to opioids: Pain management specialist uses innovative techniques to provide relief to chronic pain patients
Read more: An alternative to opioids: Pain management specialist uses innovative techniques to provide relief to chronic pain patientsChronic pain is a common problem affecting many Americans. In the United States, roughly 100 million individuals suffer from chronic pain. Opiates are the most common medications prescribed to treat chronic pain, more than anti-inflammatory medications, making them the most commonly prescribed type of medication in the country. Approximately 259 million prescriptions of opiates are…
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The University of Kansas Health System-St. Francis Campus Receives Prestigious International Award
Read more: The University of Kansas Health System-St. Francis Campus Receives Prestigious International AwardAugust 8, 2018, Topeka, Kan. – The University of Kansas Health System-St. Francis Campus is pleased to announce we have received prestigious international recognition as a Designated Baby-Friendly birth facility. Baby-Friendly USA, Inc is the U.S. authority for the implementation of the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (“BFHI”), a global program sponsored by the World Health Organization (WHO)…
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The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Appoints Steven Anderson CEO
Read more: The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Appoints Steven Anderson CEOTOPEKA, Kansas (July 12, 2018) – The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus has appointed accomplished hospital leader Steve Anderson chief executive officer. He will begin his new role on July 23, 2018. Anderson has over 25 years of healthcare leadership experience, having led the operation of regional and community hospitals throughout the…
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Early Detection Crucial In Treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease
Read more: Early Detection Crucial In Treatment of Alzheimer’s DiseaseAccording to the Alzheimer’s Association, an estimated 5.7 million Americans of all ages are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease and by the year 2050, it is expected to reach 17 million. Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive disease that causes memory loss and the loss of other important mental functions. “It is the number one cause of…
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The Importance of Stroke Awareness and Prevention
Read more: The Importance of Stroke Awareness and PreventionNearly 800,000 people in the United States suffer from a stroke each year, with about three in four being first-time strokes. Strokes are also the leading cause of long-term disability and the leading preventable cause of disability. For National Stroke Month, our Medical Director of Inpatient Rehabilitation Services, Dr. Sushmita Veloor shares why she believes…