Leadership Profile: J. Michael Finley, DO
First-year course director, third-year clinical rotation supervisor, internal medicine residency program director, rheumatology fellowship faculty member, dean of graduate medical education, and practicing physician—J. Michael Finley, DO, has worn a lot of hats during his 30-year career, but none have provided more excitement than his current one as senior associate dean at the proposed Kansas Health Science Center-Kansas College of
Board Spotlight: Jeremy Ensey, RN, BSN, MBA
Currently the CEO of St. Luke Hospital and Living Center in Marion, Kansas, Jeremy Ensey has more than 20 years of leadership experience with a proven track record in developing an organization’s vision, setting and executing goals, and measuring performance. Ensey started his career as a nurse tech at a VA nursing home and then as a nurse in the
Kansas Health Science Center Board of Trustees Presents Commendation to President Michele Nealon of The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
WICHITA, Kansas – The Kansas Health Science Center (KHSC) Board of Trustees is recognizing President Michele Nealon, Psy.D., of The Chicago School of Professional Psychology for her support of the proposed Kansas Health Science Center - Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine (KHSC-KansasCOM). The proposed KHSC-KansasCOM and The Chicago School are two of several institutions that make up TCS Education System,
Reflections on the Dockum sit-in and its role in the future of KHSC
President Tiffany Masson, Psy.D., writes about the history of the Chester I. Lewis Reflection Square Park and the importance of its location at Kansas Health Science Center.
Leadership Profile: Joel Dickerman, DO
Dr. Dickerman is the dean and chief academic officer of the proposed Kansas Health Science Center - Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Proposed Kansas Health Science Center – Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine Granted Candidate Status from the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA)
This partnership paves way for new opportunities for medical education in the Kansas region.
Board Spotlight: Dasa Gangadhar, MD
Based in Wichita, Kansas, Dasa Gangadhar, MD, is an ophthalmologist and partner at Grene Vision Group where he’s been since 1994 and is a clinical assistant professor of surgery for the KU School of Medicine. He received his Doctor of Medicine degree from Albany Medical College in Albany, New York, where he also completed his internship. Dr. Gangadhar completed his
Technology in the Delivery of Health Care
Technology is not new in the delivery of health care – heart monitors, CT scans, MRI imaging and most laboratory tests rely on technology. The emerging trends in technology, however, are beginning to focus on improving health care access, improving population based health, and improving medical education. Improving access Portability and internet connectivity now make it possible to deliver care
Kansas Health Science Center hires vice president of advancement
A Wichita native, Molly Fox will focus on fundraising efforts and setting up the school for growth.
Kansas Health Science Center hires assistant dean for assessment and outcomes and associate dean of student affairs and services
Both new deans are excited to become a part of KHSC's growing community.
Understanding osteopathic medicine
Despite the rise in the popularity of osteopathic medicine, some confusion remains as to how a DO is different from an MD.
Kansas Health Science Center hires senior associate dean
J. Michael Finley, DO, specializes in rheumatology and internal medicine and has been involved in medical education for 31 years.
Board Spotlight: Jerry Gaston, DO
Jerry G. Gaston, DO, is a native Wichitan and a surgeon with Surgical Specialists P.A. in Wichita.
Five takeaways from my listening tour
As I’ve been settling into Wichita and traveling the great state of Kansas, I’ve been taking note of what you want in a community partner.
A kept promise: Exploring the legacy of the Riverside Health Foundation
In the 1950s, a group of osteopathic doctors agreed that if the hospital they started was sold, they’d use the profits to train more physicians. By partnering with Kansas Health Science Center, Riverside Health Foundation is keeping that pledge.
Addressing the physician crisis
The proposed Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine (applicant status—seeking accreditation) will provide physicians needed in rural Kansas.
Understanding osteopathic medicine
Despite the rise in the popularity of osteopathic medicine, there remains some confusion as to what separates a DO from an MD
New study suggests med students be graded on empathy
Empathetic students become empathetic doctors, and empathetic doctors lead to better patient outcomes.
Nonprofit TCS Education System Affiliates with Kansas Health Science Center, Inc.
This partnership paves way for new opportunities for medical education in the Kansas region.