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Eight Steps to a Healthy Heart
Read more: Eight Steps to a Healthy HeartThere are eight ways you can improve your heart health and decrease your risk of heart-related illnesses and complications, no matter your age or lifestyle. Ahmed Souka, M.D. interventional cardiologist at The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, shares these tips. 1. Stop or decrease smoking Risk factors from smoking include heart disease, chest pains,…
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The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus appoints Sridevi Donepudi, MD, chief medical officer
Read more: The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus appoints Sridevi Donepudi, MD, chief medical officerTOPEKA, 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 operational planning, along with oversight for the hospital-based physician group and medical ethics. She will support the advancement of…
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The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Recognized for Higher Quality in Maternity Care
Read more: The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Recognized for Higher Quality in Maternity CareTOPEKA, 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 the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program. To earn this designation, each facility must deliver quality care,…
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Q&A with Dr. Marie Rosenberger: Cervical Cancer Awareness
Read more: Q&A with Dr. Marie Rosenberger: Cervical Cancer AwarenessJanuary marks Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of cervical health and encouraging regular screenings. Once a leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women in the United States, the impact of cervical cancer has significantly diminished due to effective screening and prompt treatment. However, according to the National…
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A veteran’s healthcare journey
Read more: A veteran’s healthcare journeyAcross all Ardent hospitals, we are proud to care for those who have bravely served our country. In honor of Veterans Day, we highlight how one hospital has cared for a former member of the U.S. Marine Corps and his family. David Zeferjohn, 88, has relied upon The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis…
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The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus awarded Primary Heart Attack Certification from The Joint Commission
Read more: The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus awarded Primary Heart Attack Certification from The Joint CommissionTOPEKA, 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. The health system’s St. Francis Campus underwent a rigorous, onsite review on Aug. 29 and Aug. 30, 2023. During the visit,…
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Introducing a Breakthrough in Stroke Prevention: The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Launches Watchman™ Procedure
Read more: Introducing a Breakthrough in Stroke Prevention: The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Launches Watchman™ ProcedureTOPEKA, 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-edge cardiovascular treatments. This groundbreaking procedure marks a significant advancement in stroke prevention for patients with atrial fibrillation (AFib). Atrial…
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The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Celebrates First Anniversary of Transformative TAVR Procedure
Read more: The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Celebrates First Anniversary of Transformative TAVR ProcedureTopeka, 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) procedures. Since introducing this groundbreaking minimally invasive technique, the health system’s St. Francis Campus has continued redefining…
