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.