New Role Of Inflammatory Protein In Polycycstic Kidney Disease Identified, Could Lead To Treatment Jun 20, 2008
Also contributing from the University of Kansas Medical Center are James Calvet, Ph ... In addition to her appointment at the Stowers Institute, Rong Li also is a Professor in the Department of Molecular & Integrative Physiology at the University of Kansas Medical Center. (Science Daily)
Hendrick tops team-value list Jun 18, 2008
Jenkins' wife, Joy, told the Muskogee Phoenix her husband suffered a major brain stem stroke Saturday and died at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kan. Judy Brewster, 55, of Muskogee, died at a Kansas hospital shortly after the accident. (News & Observer -- Sports)
U.S. FDA Approves Requip(R) XL(TM), the First and Only Oral Once-Daily Non-Ergot Dopamine Agonist for Parkinson's Disease Jun 14, 2008
"Many patients require multiple doses of one or more medications to control their Parkinson's symptoms, which makes taking their medicines correctly and at the right times challenging. In addition, patients with Parkinson's disease may have trouble completing routine activities of daily living and self-care," said clinical investigator Rajesh Pahwa, M.D., professor of Neurology and director of the Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorder Center at the University of Kansas Medical Center in... (PR Newswire)
Imclones Erbitux will have to focus on patient selection in lung cancer Jun 3, 2008
Dr Chao Huang, a lung cancer specialist and professor at the University of Kansas Medical Center, said in early stage patients there is no problem with getting tissue since patients would have gotten surgery. Unfortunately, the majority of the patients, around 50-60% cannot get surgery. (FT.com -- Markets)
Three Abstracts of Human Studies On TASER Safety to be Presented At Heart Rhythm Society's 29th Annual Scientific Sessions May 15, 2008
Charles Swerdlow, MD, FHRS, Mark W. Kroll, PhD, FHRS, Howard Williams, Mazda Biria, MD, Dhanunjaya Lakkireddy, MD and Patrick J. Tchou, MD. Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, San Marcos Police Department, San Marcos, TX, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, KS, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH.. (Friday May 16, 2008) Can Electrical-Conductive Weapons (TASER(r) Electronic Control Devices) alter the functional integrity of pacemakers... (Primezone Releases)
Fear of Falls May Drain Seniors' Physical Function May 3, 2008
This suggests that "fear-induced activity restriction," itself contributes to physical decline in older adults, according to the researchers, led by Dr. Nandini Deshpande of the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City. A lack of physical activity, Deshpande explained, affects not only cardiovascular fitness and muscle strength, but also the general functioning of nerves and muscles. (MEDLINEplus)
People With Cardiac Arrest Less Likely To Survive If Admitted On Weekend, Study Shows Apr 19, 2008
"A higher death rate among patients admitted on weekends may be due to lack of resources for treating cardiac arrest," said study author Richard M. Dubinsky, MD, MPH, with the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, and Fellow of the American Academy of Neurology. "It's probable that improved resuscitation efforts in the emergency department and outside of hospitals, such as automatic defibrillators, allow more patients to survive until hospital admission, explaining the increased... (Science Daily)
Medtronic launches U.S. rollout of software to help treat Parkinson's Apr 18, 2008
"Parkinson's disease is a very complex condition. Even though a growing body of scientific literature is available to guide patient selection for DBS, there are many factors that come into play, making it difficult in some cases for clinicians to determine who is an appropriate candidate for DBS," said Dr. Rajesh Pahwa of the University of Kansas Medical Center in a news release. bswitzky@bizjournals. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Cardiac Patients Admitted During Week More Likely to Survive Apr 18, 2008
"A higher death rate among patients admitted on weekends may be due to lack of resources for treating cardiac arrest," study author Richard M. Dubinsky, of the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, said in a prepared statement. The findings come from researchers analyzing a national database containing a 20 percent sampling of all U.S. hospital admissions for cardiac arrest from 1990 to 2004. (MEDLINEplus)
How Proteins Control The Process When Bacteria Multiply: May Lead To New Antibiotics Apr 12, 2008
Wirtz and Sun were co-authors of the Current Biology paper, along with Ganhui Lan, a doctoral student in Sun's lab, and Joe Lutkenhaus, a University Distinguished Professor in the Department of Microbiology, Molecular Genetics and Immunology at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Lutkenhaus was Dajkovic's faculty advisor as a doctoral student. (Science Daily)
National association honors professor Apr 10, 2008
The American Medical Student Association (AMSA) has recently selected Kim Templeton, MD, associate professor of orthopedic surgery and chair of the Faculty Council at the University of Kansas Medical Center, and chief of orthopedic surgery at the Kansas City Veteran s Administration Medical Center, as a leader among women in medicine. Kim Templeton has been an outstanding mentor for our medical students and has exhibited a great commitment to quality education and leadership, Barbara Atkinson,... (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Mo. Sisters Face Permanent Scars From Henna Tattoos Apr 4, 2008
"Problem is, when people get it on their skin, the skin is a much more sensitive organ than the scalp hair and when it's on the skin in the form of this 'black henna' tattoos, it can cause really bad allergies," Dr. Daniel J. Aires at the University of Kansas Medical Center said in the story. Share. (Fox News)
Parents: Woman who took baby from hospital has turned life around Apr 2, 2008
Amanda Tull was 19 when she and her boyfriend, Buddy Hall, abducted newborn Carlie Shockey from the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kan. on Jan. 28, 1998. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Investigators reunite with girl kidnapped from hospital as baby Mar 28, 2008
Carlie was taken Jan. 28, 1998, from the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kan. while her mother was asleep. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
KU Med ranked 3rd by publication Mar 28, 2008
The University of Kansas Medical Center has been named the third best academic institution for postdoctoral fellows to work, and No. 21 overall for medical facilities ... EDITOR S NOTE: The University of Kansas Medical Center is one of the outstanding medical facilities in the country. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
KU Med Center gets $3M grant for incubator Mar 23, 2008
The University of Kansas Medical Center was informed this week that they will receive a 3 million grant from the Economic Development Administration of the U.S. Department of Commerce. The 3 million grant will be used by the medical center to renovate the Breidenthal building, an on-campus facility that will be used as a life sciences incubator. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Police: Motive, Suspect Still Unclear In Slayings Mar 17, 2008
His pathology residency was done at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Claire Hunter is an assistant professor of medicine and the associate program director for evaluation and credentialing in the Department of Medicine, the university said. (7 KETV Omaha)
KU Med sees record Spring enrollment Feb 24, 2008
Spring enrollment at the University of Kansas Medical Center continues to set records, increasing for the sixth consecutive year, according to a report released Thursday by the Kansas Board of Regents ... The University of Kansas Medical Center is committed to training physicians, nurses and other health professionals for Kansas, said Barbara Atkinson, executive vice chancellor of the KU Medical Center and executive dean of the School of Medicine. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
‘Change is theme for 110th annual Chamber luncheon Feb 23, 2008
A number of local business leaders were featured in the video, including Unified Government Mayor/CEO Joe Reardon; University of Kansas Medical Center President Bob Page; Providence Medical Center President Mike Dorsey; BPU General Manager Don Gray; KCK Public Schools Superintendent Jill Shackelford; and several others. Campbell s keynote speech focused on his personal leadership philosophies. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
PSU sets enrollment record again Feb 22, 2008
Pittsburg State was one of two schools the University of Kansas Medical Center being the other to see a rise in resident enrollment in the last year. PSU was also one of three schools in this case, Wichita State University and the KU Med Center to see an increase in the number of on-campus students. (SunOnline)
Raegan Lynn Reimer Feb 12, 2008
Monday, February 11, 2008. For a full obituary, see the Feb. 6 issue of the Newton County Enterprise. (Kentland Newton County Enterprise, IN)
Kansas, Missouri lawmakers tout bill to lower Kansans' taxes Feb 10, 2008
The Missouri and Kansas officials said the legislation will help the Kansas City area thrive in health and science projects that cross the state lines, such as projects at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kan. and Kansas City, Mo. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Dr. Jackson mentors med student Feb 8, 2008
"These students gain valuable knowledge and skill in the field that they wouldn't receive without this program - a program made possible by partnerships with doctors across Kansas," said Barbara Atkinson, MD, vice chancellor of the University of Kansas Medical Center. Comments. (Pratt Tribune, KS)
Trainor Lab characterizes gene essential for prenatal development of nervous system Feb 2, 2008
D., University of Kansas Medical Center Postdoctoral Fellow; Michael Durnin, Stowers Institute Research Specialist II; and Greg Vanden Heuvel, Ph. D., University of Kansas Medical Center Associate Professor of Anatomy and Cell Biology. (EurekAlert!)
Sumner artists get top billing at KU Med Center art exhibit Jan 25, 2008
Artist Paul Dorrell, left, spoke to Sumner Academy art instructor Mary Ann Sit and some of her students on Thursday at the University of Kansas Medical Center ... Areas of the University of Kansas Medical Center will soon be filled with more local flavor. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Mayo Clinic Proceedings January tip sheet Jan 19, 2008
Authors of this article are Karen Moeller, PharmD., Pharmacy School, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City; Kelly Lee, PharmD., Department of Clinical Pharmacy, UCSD Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, La Jolla, Calif. and Julie Kissack, PharmD., Department of Pharmacy Practice, Mercer University, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Atlanta. (EurekAlert!)
County commission hears JDC report Jan 9, 2008
It is similar to the program we have with the University of Kansas Medical Center, Van Parys said. It allows students to participate by working with the health department. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Sheets awaiting liver transplant at KU Med Jan 8, 2008
George Sheets, owner of The Appraisal Company, is awaiting a liver transplant at University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City. A fund has been set up to assist Sheets with his medical expenses. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
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He said representatives from the University of Kansas Medical Center, the KCK Public Schools District, the KCK Chamber of Commerce, the Unified Government and the Board of Public Utilities have contacted him and other members of the delegation in recent days. Important issues facing the legislature this year include eminent domain, funding for special education and energy. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
New BPU program to help corporate customers Jan 5, 2008
General Motors Fairfax Assembly Plant, Owens Corning and the University of Kansas Medical Center are just a few of the large industrial customers the Kansas City Board of Public Utilities counts on to deliver consistent revenue. A new program initiated by BPU officials aims to connect the best services the utility has to offer with its largest ratepayers. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
THE TOP 10 STORIES OF 2007: 2-10 Dec 31, 2007
The University of Kansas Medical Center continued to grow in 2007 as new facilities were added and plans for the future were developed. KU Medical Center opened the Kansas Life Sciences Innovation Center, located at the corner of 39th and Rainbow Boulevard. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Gone but not forgotten: In Memoriam 2007 Dec 27, 2007
Former Wyandotte County Senator Sherman Jones, who also played Major League Baseball for three seasons and pitched for the Cincinnati Reds in the 1961 World Series, passed away Feb. 21 at the University of Kansas Medical Center. He was 72. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
AIDS researcher at KU dies of heart attack Dec 27, 2007
Opendra Bill Narayan, 71, a senior faculty member at University of Kansas Medical Center, died Monday. Narayan gained prominence more than a decade ago after developing a form of HIV that caused a disease in monkeys that was similar to AIDS in humans. (Topeka Capital-Journal -- Sports)
Hospital approves affiliation agreement Dec 19, 2007
After months of negotiations, The University of Kansas Hospital Authority Board of Directors gave its approval to a new affiliation agreement with the University of Kansas Medical Center and Kansas University Physicians Inc., to open a new era of partnership between the three entities. This is what the hospital has wanted from the beginning: an agreement showing the respect and interdependence of all parties, said George Farha, MD, chair of the Authority Board of Directors. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Kansas: Hospital, Medical Center in Deal Dec 19, 2007
More residents and a new outpatient facility are among the elements of an affiliation agreement between the University of Kansas Medical Center and the University of Kansas Hospital. The agreement won approval Tuesday from the University of Kansas Hospital Authority, the hospital's governing board. (Houston Chronicle)
Stowers Institute's Hawley Lab identifies factors responsible for restart of meiotic cycle Dec 5, 2007
Dr. Hawley is also a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, an American Cancer Society Research Professor, a Professor of Molecular and Integrative Physiology at The University of Kansas Medical Center, an Adjunct Professor of Biological Sciences at the University of Missouri Kansas City, and an Adjunct Professor of the Undergraduate Program in Biology at The University of Kansas. Learn more about his work at. (EurekAlert!)
Everyone’s favorite purple dinosaur visits children at KU Med Center Nov 11, 2007
Barney the Dinosaur visited children in the pediatric center of the University of Kansas Medical Center on Friday ... But on Friday at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kan. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Schuman continues streak Oct 21, 2007
At some point down the road, she said she would enroll at the University of Kansas Medical Center. She is also a fan of educational television, including the Discovery Channel and the History Channel. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Stoda: Green should retire Oct 9, 2007
Green has carried the torch for the Special Olympics run in Kansas City and, with his family, has delivered Christmas presents to patients at the University of Kansas Medical Center. He has athletic fields in Kansas City for the benefits of boys and girls with physical and mental disabilities. (The Palm Beach Post)
Saint Luke's boards give support to affiliation proposal Sep 24, 2007
(AP) Leaders of the St. Luke's Hospital system on Friday voted to approve in principle a proposed affiliation with the University of Kansas Medical Center ... Under a draft agreement outlined last week at the University of Kansas Hospital's board meeting, St. Luke's would pay a fee to be allowed to call its hospital in midtown Kansas City a research and teaching arm of the University of Kansas Medical Center. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Mt. Carmel aims to partner with cancer center Sep 18, 2007
Local Mt. Carmel Regional Medical Center is hoping a partnership with the University of Kansas Medical Center will help both sides with a comprehensive cancer plan. 091807 LOCAL 2 THE MORNING SUN Mt. Carmel Regional Medical Center is hoping a partnership with the University of Kansas Medical Center will help both sides with a comprehensive cancer plan ... Mt. Carmel Regional Medical Center is hoping a partnership with the University of Kansas Medical Center will help both sides with a... (SunOnline)
KU Med closer to St. Luke’s affiliation Sep 16, 2007
The University of Kansas Medical Center's top administrator, Barbara Atkinson, outlined a draft agreement Tuesday between the center and the St. Luke's system ... a research and teaching arm of the University of Kansas Medical Center. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Work getting under way on 50 state university projects Sep 14, 2007
University of Kansas Medical Center: nine projects, $3. 6 million. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Saint Luke's board will review draft of KU Med affiliation deal Sep 13, 2007
The Saint Luke's Hospital board is scheduled to review a draft affiliation agreement with the University of Kansas Medical Center on Sept. 21. Before the board approves the proposal, however, one important blank must be filled in. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Low-Impact Exercise Improves Rheumatoid Arthritis Sep 8, 2007
To study the question, Dr. Geri B. Neuberger and colleagues at the University of Kansas Medical Center recruited 220 RA patients between the ages of 40 and 70. They randomly assigned the patients to one of three groups: one that took exercises classes for one hour, three times a week; one that exercised at home, using a videotape that instructed them in the same activities as the class; and one that kept up their usual lifestyle. (MEDLINEplus)
Fiery wreck shuts down 435 Aug 16, 2007
Shirley said bystanders pulled the driver from the cab, after which he was airlifted by helicopter to University of Kansas Medical Center with life threatening injuries. Edwardsville Fire Department Chief Clifton Lane said his department responded with two units and put out the fire of the cab, which he described as completely disintegrated. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Moran says federal earmarks can help local communities Aug 11, 2007
said the 300,000 earmark he secured for the University of Kansas Medical Center is a positive example of what federal funding earmarks can be. While a lot of Americans have read headlines about the 315 million earmark concerning the Bridge to Nowhere in Alaska and other examples of pork-barrel spending, Moran maintains earmarks can help communities and public services such as those offered by the Medical Center. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Saturday’s celebration featured local bands, UG proclamation Aug 7, 2007
Cole and the University of Kansas Medical Center also teamed up to host a health fair at the event. Booths and fundraising tables were set up to help raise money for the Earl Cole Fund for Legg-Calve Perthes Disease. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Providence to host statewide conference Jul 31, 2007
A.C.N.M., director, Nurse Midwifery Education Program, University of Kansas Medical Center, will talk about disaster preparedness for women and infants. We are pleased to host this caliber of conference at Providence, says Michelle Hunget, director of the hospital s Family Care Center and a member of the PAK committee planning the event. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Leavenworth businessman honored for advocacy role Jul 14, 2007
A yearly mini-conference at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kan ... I have to thank the neurology department at the University of Kansas Medical Center for nominating me for the award, Russell said, and I m grateul to God for being able to do it. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
A New Knee, Talked Up to Women, Must Walk the Walk Jul 8, 2007
"In theory, yes, but the evidence isn't there," says Kimberly Templeton, an orthopedic surgeon at the University of Kansas Medical Center and a spokesperson for the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. The new implant is a modified version of Zimmer's other implants, so the FDA approved the device without requiring the company to demonstrate clinical superiority. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Couple announces engagement Jun 23, 2007
She is attending the University of Kansas Medical Center for a dietetics internship and master's degree. Charlie graduated from Kansas State University in May 2006. (El Dorado Times, KS)
Officials detail KU Med's 10-year plan Jun 21, 2007
University, government and civic leaders gathered this week to unveil a University of Kansas Medical Center plan to spend $798. 6 million in additional investment during the next 10 years. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
KU Medical Center finalizes $800 million growth plan Jun 20, 2007
In an effort to attract future bioscience research, the University of Kansas Medical Center has announced an 800 million plan to increase manpower and space at both campuses located in Kansas City, Kan ... Regional greatness is within our reach, but it can t be achieved without a world-class regional medical center, said Barbara Atkinson, MD and executive vice chancellor at the University of Kansas Medical Center ... The foundation of the University of Kansas Medical Center is solid, but we... (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Rainbow Tower near KU Med becoming Vista Condominiums Jun 13, 2007
near the University of Kansas Medical Center, is becoming Vista Condominiums, which will feature studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom units starting at 89,000 ... Rainbow Tower, located at 3838 Rainbow Boulevard near the University of Kansas Medical Center, will become the Vista Condominiums. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Estrogen Levels, Sex Appear To Play Role In Lung Cancer Survival Jun 6, 2007
Dr. Steve Williamson, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City; and Dr. Antoinette J. Wozniak, Wayne State University Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit. Note: This story has been adapted from a news release issued by Loyola University Health System. (Science Daily)
WWII vet reunited with KU Med field unit Jun 5, 2007
The first time U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel John Von Der Brugge was with employees of the University of Kansas Medical Center, it was on the battlefield during the European Theatre in World War II.. Last week, another meeting was held in a more pleasant setting. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
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where Hogarty has other living descendants, Cleverdon followed nursing jobs to Kansas and eventually settled in KCK, working at the University of Kansas Medical Center for several years before retiring. All those years, Cleverdon had no idea his Civil War ancestor was laid to rest nearby. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Ginseng, Ginko Biloba Do Not Interfere With Drug Absorption If Taken At Recommended Doses May 5, 2007
Speaking on May 1 at Experimental Biology 2007, University of Kansas Medical Center scientist Dr. Gregory Reed reports a study that found daily use of ginseng or ginkgo biloba supplements at the recommended doses, or the combination of both supplements, are unlikely to alter the pharmacokinetics - by which drugs are absorbed, distributed, metabolized, and eliminated by the body - of the majority of prescription or over-the counter drugs. Dr. Reed's presentation was part of the scientific program... (Science Daily)
Ginseng, ginkgo don't interfere with drug absorption May 4, 2007
Reed, from University of Kansas Medical Center, and colleagues measured the levels of drugs or their metabolites in each subject's blood and urine to establish how each individual absorbed and metabolized the different drugs in the absence of ginseng and ginkgo biloba. The volunteers were then randomly assigned to one of four groups: ginseng, ginkgo biloba, both herbs together, or placebo. (CNN -- Health)
Depression May Be Early Sign of Parkinson's Disease Apr 29, 2007
Dr. Rajesh Pahwa, director of the Parkinson Disease and Movement Disorder Center at the University of Kansas Medical Center, in Kansas City, called the observation "interesting.". At the same time, he said, the depression-Parkinson's link is "common knowledge" among neurologists, who have long recognized that depression often occurs alongside Parkinson's disease. (Forbes)
Roberts: Eastern Wyandotte could be envy of the Midwest Apr 27, 2007
The longstanding commitments of General Motors, the Environmental Protection Agency, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Unified Government, the University of Kansas Medical Center, The University of Kansas Hospital and others have sustained KCK for many years. Yet, for most of that time, attractive housing options eluded those wanting to work and live in KCK.. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
ANALYSIS: Low turnout may have hurt incumbents Apr 14, 2007
Areas south of the interstate generally comprise the Rosedale area, including the University of Kansas Medical Center. The area has its own zip code, 66013, in which the median age is 29 years old, with a median household income of 28,573. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Rohrer/Hagen engagement Apr 11, 2007
He graduated from Drake in 2004, and is currently working towards his Master s of Health Services Administration at University of Kansas Medical Center. She graduated from Northwest Missouri State University in 2003 and then attended Drake University where she obtained her Master s degree in Community Counseling. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Drug Cuts 'Off' Time for Parkinson's Patients Apr 7, 2007
"Ropinirole 24-hour prolonged release, when taken with levodopa, is effective in reducing daily 'off' time for Parkinson patients who aren't getting the best results from levodopa. We also found the drug helped improve quality of life and motor function," study author Dr. Rajesh Pahwa, of the University of Kansas Medical Center, said in a prepared statement. HealthDay. (MEDLINEplus)
