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KCU Student Doctor Colleen Reed advances medical education with published study

Imagine stepping into an anatomy lab, where the air buzzes with the excitement of discovery. Here, amidst the silent teachers—the cadavers—Kansas City University (KCU) Student Doctor Colleen Reed is redefining medical education. In an era…

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Student Doctor Joseph Peters II awarded prestigious Burnett Research Grant

Joseph Peters II, a second-year medical student at Kansas City University (KCU), has been honored with the prestigious 2024 Burnett Osteopathic Student Researcher Grant from the American Osteopathic Foundation (AOF). Peters earned a PhD in kinesiology from the University…

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Spouse of KCU alumna honored with the 2024 AOF/AAOA Donna Jones Moritsugu Memorial Award

In partnership with the Advocates for the American Osteopathic Association (AAOA), the American Osteopathic Foundation (AOF) has presented Krystian Koszalka, spouse of Kansas City University (KCU) alumna Karina Wojtas-Koszalka, DO (COM 2024), with the 2024Donna…

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Mastering sleep quality: Expert insights from KCU alumna Dr. Talene Churukian

In our fast-paced world, the pursuit of success often comes at the cost of good sleep. But what if improving your sleep quality could be the key to unlocking greater productivity and well-being? Kansas City…

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Kansas City University sets new standard in point-of-care ultrasound education with AI-guided training curriculum

Kansas City University (KCU) is revolutionizing medical education by becoming a leader in point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) training. In collaboration with Butterfly Network, Inc. (NYSE: BFLY), KCU transformed its POCUS training curriculum by debuting a first-of-its-kind,…

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How to ace the MCAT: Your ultimate guide to success

The MCAT (Medical College Admission Test) is a crucial step for aspiring medical students, playing a significant role in medical school admissions. At Kansas City University (KCU), we understand the challenges and dedication required to excel on this…

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Kansas City University’s Gift Body Program enhances anatomy education

At Kansas City University (KCU), the Gift Body Program is a cornerstone of medical education, providing an invaluable resource for students to learn anatomy through hands-on experience with real human donors. Often referred to as…

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How Reginald (Reggie) Boateng overcame barriers to achieve his medical dream

Every journey to medical school is unique, but few are as remarkable as that of Reggie Boateng. His story is a shining example of how the human spirit can triumph over adversity and the incredible…

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KCU-COM alumna delivers former classmate’s first grandchild

Meeting your first grandchild is a once-in-a-lifetime event; having your former classmate deliver your grandchild makes it even more special. Such was the case for Shane Speights, DO, campus dean of New York Institute of…

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Life-saving decisions: A lifeguard’s path to medical school

Tanner Movick has known since middle school that he wanted to become a doctor. His dream was born from a personal experience—his grandmother’s life-changing accident. As she spent countless hours in hospitals, he witnessed firsthand…