Saint Luke's Newsroom

Feb. 27, 2024

Cassie Jaynes Named Hedrick Medical Center 2023 Employee of the Year

Cassie Jaynes, a physical therapist III at Hedrick Medical, was presented with the award at a ceremony held in her honor on February 21.
Feb. 26, 2024

KMBC: Leavenworth Mother's Story Highlights the Perils Women's Hearts Face in Pregnancy

KMBC talked to Dr. Laura Schmidt about the impact pregnancy has on a woman's heart and Saint Luke's unique approach to treating these patients.
Feb. 26, 2024

Stephanie Muck Named Wright Memorial Hospital 2023 Employee of The Year

Stephanie Muck, a registered nurse III in the Wright Memorial Hospital Specialty Clinic, was presented with the award at a ceremony held in her honor on February 22.
Feb. 23, 2024

KSHB: Routine Screening Leads to Lifesaving Heart Surgery for Shawnee Man

KSHB talked to Dr. Deepthi Vodnala about the importance of routine screenings to catch potential issues early.
Feb. 23, 2024

Health News You Can Use: Heart Disease Prevention and Longevity

During Heart Month, we talk about why prevention is key and exciting new research that reveals there may be a new way to help slow aging and lengthen our lifespan.
Feb. 22, 2024

Good Morning America: Couple Marries at Hospital Hours Before Welcoming Baby

Sara and Brandon Perry were originally supposed to say "I do" on Feb. 16, but their plans were sidetracked just a couple of days before the big day.
Feb. 21, 2024

KMBC: Couple Gets Married While Mother is in Labor

At 35 weeks pregnant, Sara went into labor - just three days before she and her fiance were supposed to get married. A goal they had before the baby arrived, but their son had other plans.
Feb. 19, 2024

KMBC: Saint Luke’s East Hospital Places Final Beam on $52 Million Expansion

Construction crews placed the final structural beam on Saint Luke’s East Hospital’s $52 million expansion project, completing the building’s framework.
Feb. 18, 2024

Why I Give: Pat Fink

Pat and Barb Fink give back to Saint Luke's Mid America Heart Institute after Pat's experience with the team.