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Kidney cancer occurs when irregular cells grow in the kidneys, the two organs in the abdomen that filter waste from your blood. Our specialists use advanced techniques to treat cancer and restore kidney function, preserving the kidney whenever possible.

Facing a chronic illness alone can be hard for you and your family. If you have fears or concerns, talk with people close to you. Talk with your healthcare team and other people with kidney disease. Ask for support or help right away when you need it. Ask your healthcare team about support groups in your area for you and family members. Contact national organizations that offer expert advice and education.

Kidney stones are made up of chemical crystals that separate out from urine. These crystals clump together to make stones. They may stay in the kidney or move into the urinary tract.

Saint Luke’s is a leader in kidney transplantation—performing the first successful kidney transplant in the Kansas City area in 1969 and the first living kidney donation surgery via laparoscopy in the region.

Saint Luke’s has been Kansas City’s trusted maternity partner for over 135 years. Our team has delivered hundreds of thousands of babies. Yet, every birth is extraordinary.

From low intervention, natural childbirth to high-tech care for high-risk pregnancies, our experienced maternity team provides comprehensive care.