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The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus announces selection of Kendra Meza as chief operating officer
Read more: The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus announces selection of Kendra Meza as chief operating officerThe University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus has named Kendra Meza, MBA, BSN, RN, chief operating officer, effective Feb. 1, 2026. In this role, Meza will serve as a strategic operational leader and a key member of the senior leadership team. Her areas of operational oversight include all ancillary departments, surgical services at…
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The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Welcomes New Board Members
Read more: The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Welcomes New Board MembersTOPEKA, Kan. (Jan. 13, 2026) —The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus has appointed four distinguished leaders to its Board of Directors, reinforcing its commitment to keeping the needs of the Topeka community at the center of every decision. New board members include: Scott Campbell, CEO of The University of Kansas Health System…
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Faith, family and technology: Facing lung cancer with confidence
Read more: Faith, family and technology: Facing lung cancer with confidenceWhen Scott Davis first heard the words “lung cancer,” he didn’t panic. Instead, he and his wife Kerri leaned into their faith, trusted their care team, and embraced the cutting-edge technology that helped catch his cancer early and treat it with precision. Davis, 72, a retired letter carrier lives in Overbrook, Kansas, with his wife,…
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Callee’s Courage: A Young Mom’s Fight Against Breast Cancer
Read more: Callee’s Courage: A Young Mom’s Fight Against Breast CancerAt just 32 years old, Callee Hainline heard the words no one is ever ready for: “You have breast cancer.” As a single mom with a 2-year-old, she faced one of the most difficult journeys of her life — but she didn’t face it alone. Because of her genetic risk and aggressive, triple-negative cancer, Callee…
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Healthy Lifestyle Choices to Lower Your Breast Cancer Risk
Read more: Healthy Lifestyle Choices to Lower Your Breast Cancer RiskDuring Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it’s a good time to think about steps you can take to protect your health. While not all risk factors can be controlled, healthy habits can lower your chance of developing certain cancers and other health problems. Small changes can make a big difference. Maintain a Healthy Weight Being at…
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5 Signs It May Be Time to See a Specialist About Bladder Health
Read more: 5 Signs It May Be Time to See a Specialist About Bladder HealthBy: Brooke Martinez, APRN Specialist in Female Urology Bladder leaks, urgency, or discomfort can be frustrating—and for many women, embarrassing. Too often, women assume these issues are “just part of getting older” or something they must live with. The truth is: bladder and pelvic health conditions are common, but they are not normal—and they are…
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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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National Breastfeeding Month: Q&A to your most common questions about breastfeeding
Read more: National Breastfeeding Month: Q&A to your most common questions about breastfeedingExpecting new mothers often have many questions about the best ways to feed their newborns. We asked Mandy Chapin, RN, IBCLC, an international board-certified lactation consultant for the New Life Center at The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus to answer some of the most common questions about breastfeeding. Which is better for…
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Back-to-School Health Tips: What Families Should Know from a Primary Care Provider
Read more: Back-to-School Health Tips: What Families Should Know from a Primary Care ProviderWhile August and early September brings the excitement of last-minute vacations and end-of-summer BBQs, it’s also one of the busiest and most important—times of year for primary care providers. “As a parent and a provider, I know how fast this season flies by,” says Gerard Pryor, APRN, a family nurse practitioner. “That’s why it’s so…
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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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