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After a fainting spell, Angela Alvarez was ultimately diagnosed with cardiomyopathy and congestive heart failure. Her original plan of action was to undergo a heart transplant, but she sought a second opinion at Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute.

In 2017, Charles Koslowsky, 70, learned he had a rare form of pancreatic cancer. It had metastasized to his liver.

Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute today announced results from the STEP HFpEF DM trial.

TRENTON, Mo. (September 29, 2026) — September is Suicide Prevention & Awareness Month, a time dedicated to promoting actions that can help save lives.

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Ethan Stimac has produced hundreds of customized mask bands from his kid-friendly 3D printer to donate to health care providers across the country.

Every family’s story is unique. Thank you for letting us be a part of it.

When you signed the Consent and Agreement of Health Care Services, you agreed to receive communications from Saint Luke’s including text reminders. 

Marlin and Trudy Kinman planned to head home after Marlin’s successful heart surgery—but a snowstorm had other plans.

For three years, Linda Braxdale endured throbbing pain in her lower back and down her left leg. The pain and frustration often left her feeling helpless and defeated—and reduced to tears.

A heart-healthy recipe provided by Food As Medicine Everyday Program offered through Saint Luke’s Muriel I. Kauffman Women’s Heart Center.