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In the summer months, HCA Midwest Health experiences nearly a 30 percent increase in burn injuries.
Dr. Rachel Hailey with HCA Midwest warns about the dangers of teens and vaping. Watch
Dr. Megan Sneed, board-certified urogynecologist, provides tips and treatment options for women suffering from pelvic pain.
Dr. Rachel Hailey with HCA Midwest Health discusses how hormones effect your health.
Spring 2019 looks like allergies have returned with a vengeance and this year, 35 million Americans are destined to fall prey to seasonal allergic...
It’s finally spring in Kansas City and the metro’s sports fields are packed with young athletes competing in their favorite sport and Weekend...
Dr. Rachel Hailey with HCA Midwest discusses pelvic pain, which is one of the leading causes of pain among women. Learn about some of the symptoms...
Large-scale trial conducted at 53 HCA Healthcare hospitals involving 330,000 patients.
In honor of heart month, Dr. Rachel Hailey, with Lee's Summit Medical Center, discusses the particular risk factors in women for Heart Disease...
Dr. Rachel Hailey of HCA Midwest Health discusses the new recommendations from the American Cancer Society on screenings starting at age 45 and...
Belton Regional Medical Center, Centerpoint Medical Center, Lee’s Summit Medical Center and Menorah Medical Center welcome BSN students for unique...
Dr. Aaron Doonan, Board-certified Cardiologist at Lee’s Summit Medical Center and Research Medical Center at HCA Midwest Health, discussed two...
To mark American Heart Month, Lee’s Summit Medical Center and Lee’s Summit North High School will educate the community, with help of cheerleaders...
Dr. Rachel Hailey, with HCA Midwest Health at Lee's Summit Medical Center, talks about ways to make your health part of your New Year's resolution...
Emergency medicine physician Dr. Nicole Cloutier was interviewed by KCTV 5 to offer tips to prevent frostnip and frostbite.
Dr. Stephen Scott, Bariatric Surgeon of Surgical Weight Loss Institute of Kansas City at Lee’s Summit Medical Center and Menorah Medical Center...
The Lee’s Summit hospital was awarded an ‘A’ from The Leapfrog Group’s Fall 2018 Hospital Safety Grade.
Dr. Mindi Beahm, a surgeon at Sarah Cannon Cancer Center at Centerpoint Medical Center and Lee’s Summit Medical Center, talks about how the unique...
Lenna Levitch, MS, CGC, Director of the Genetics Program at Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute at HCA Midwest Health shared important information ...
Dedicated to healthcare excellence and the patient experience, McDonald will lead premier hometown healthcare provider as it continues to expand...
Dr. Stephen Scott, of Surgical Weight Loss Institute of Kansas City at Lee’s Summit Medical Center, cautions that successful, lifestyle-focused...
Overland Park Regional Medical Center's Dr. Eric Peters states that parents should talk to their kids about the dangers.
Premier hometown healthcare provider recognized as outstanding employer in the healthcare industry nationally.
Significantly underdiagnosed, untreated vein disease—including venous sufficiency—can result in health issues that affect quality of life and...
According to the Society for Vascular Medicine, more than 30 million Americans suffer from venous disease, but only 10 percent seek treatment...
Lee’s Summit Medical Center—part of HCA Midwest Health, Kansas City’s leading healthcare provider—announced today that it is a recipient of the...
Lee’s Summit Medical Center has achieved the Level II STEMI Center, meaning the hospital offers specialized care...
Next Week is National Women's Health Week and Dr. Mindi Beahm, board-certified General Surgeon at Centerpoint and Lee’s Summit Medical Center...
Lee's Summit Medical Center's Dr. Rachel Hailey, a board-certified family medicine physician, discusses common skin cancer myths and why it’s...
Independent industry watchdog Leapfrog provides ratings to consumers so they can inform themselves and families when facing a hospital stay.
Dr. Rachel Hailey, with Lee's Summit Medical Center, provides tips on how to prevent the spread of measles.
To mark American Heart Month, Lee's Summit Medical Center and Lee's Summit Fire Department will educate the community with the help of students...
Dr. Stephen Scott from the Surgical Weight Loss Institute of Kansas City at Lee's Summit and Menorah Medical Centers talks about a new, less ...
The holidays, as joyous and fun as they are, can bring weight gain, depression, injuries and illness. Dr. Rachel Hailey, Family Practitioner ...
Of more than 3,200 Joint Commission-accredited hospitals nationwide that reported 2016 data, only 480 have been named 2017 Pioneers in Quality™...
Halloween is here and, while it's a time to dress up and get some Halloween treats, it can also be a dangerous day. However, Dr. Denise Miller...
Independent industry watchdog Leapfrog provides ratings to consumers so they can be informed when facing a hospital stay.
If you're affected by obesity, you know that managing your weight and improving your health can be hard. More than 78 million American adults...
Orthopedic surgeons have been diagnosing and treating ACL injuries in male athletes for almost 40 years, but there's a new epidemic. Young female...
Orthopedic injuries are on the rise this time of year. Dr. Matt Daggett of Lee’s Summit Medical Center, discusses common orthopedic injuries ...
Dr. Rachel Hailey of Lee’s Summit Medical Centers urges parents to start preparing their kids on a back to school routine now, to help make the...
Construction began on the $21 million third floor addition in June and completion is slated for early summer 2018.
Hospital’s third-floor expansion will be marked by traditional hoisting of final steel beam.
As kids have more free time to enjoy the summer months, we also see more trips to the emergency room. Dr. Michael Watts with the Lee's Summit...
More than 200 employees participated in annual walk to help raise money to fight the nation’s No. 1 and No. 5 killers.
Kansas City’s leading healthcare provider walks to improve health of area moms and babies.
Independent industry watchdog Leapfrog provides ratings to consumers so they can be informed when facing a hospital stay.
Dr. Michael Watts, of Lee’s Summit Medical Center, discusses the signs of symptoms of a Heart Attack vs. Stroke and what you need to do to take...
Recognition honors companies that lead with integrity and align principles with action.
Lee’s Summit Medical Center and Centerpoint Medical Center will honor and reunite first responders with five patients whose lives were saved ...
With winter upon us, Dr. Rachel Hailey of Lee’s Summit Medical Center discusses ways to prevent the flu and the importance of getting the flu...
“Christmas coronary” is a term coined by doctors who noticed a disturbing pattern: heart attacks and heart-related problems peaking every year...
Leading online resource that helps consumers make informed decisions to find the right doctor, the right hospital for the right care gives trusted...
Stay safe this Halloween with these helpful tips from Dr. Michael Watts of Lee's Summit Medical Center.
Lee’s Summit Medical Center has been honored with an outstanding "A" grade in the Fall 2016 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades,
It's no secret that heart disease is the leading cause of death. But if you're diabetic, your chances of dying from heart disease is up to four...
It used to be when you heard of an athlete with an ACL injury it meant a lot of time in recovery and on the bench. But when a local high school...
HCA (NYSE:HCA), the parent of company of HCA Midwest Health, is donating up to $100,000 to the American Red Cross for flood relief in Louisiana...
Keeping your kids safe on the playing field can be a big concern for parents. Dr. Matthew Daggett, with Lee’s Summit Medical Center, has some...
With the start of school right around the corner, Dr. Lori Boyajian O’Neill says adequate sleep and good nutrition will provide students a solid...
Accomplished, compassionate healthcare executive brings broad expertise to role at leading healthcare provider.
Kansas City’s leading healthcare provider partners with AHA-ASA to develop comprehensive heart failure and stroke diagnosis and treatment protocols...
It is that time of the year that people want to spend a lot of time outside, enjoying the weather. But summertime comes with its own health risks...
Childbirth101 developed as a strategy to reach growing audience of savvy millennial parents-to-be and other expectant parents who rely on targeted...
Dr. Megan Sneed with Lee’s Summit Medical Center discusses the health issues that can affect women over the age of 40.
Centerpoint Medical Center, Lee’s Summit Medical Center and Research Medical Center to expand, better meeting community needs.
Dr. Lori Boyajian O’Neill, of HCA Midwest, discusses the symptoms of a woman having a stroke. By getting treatment fast, you can preserve brain...
Dr. Michael Watts, ER Medical Director of Lee’s Summit Medical Center talks about the increase in TIAs and states there’s nothing “mini” about...
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month and Lee’s Summit Medical Center’s Dr. Hailey explains signs and symptoms of colon cancer and tips on prevention...
Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women. In fact, more women in the United States die from cardiovascular causes than from all forms of cancer...
Lee's Summit Medical Center recently held a joint “Great Save” to so patients and staff could honor First Responders.
Four patients with remarkable stories will be reunited with medical teams and First Responders.
Getting your flu shot before the flu season is more important than ever and it’s not too late.. Dr. Michael Watts, Medical Director of the Lee’s...
Lee’s Summit is requesting funding for a new communication system to improve the delivery of emergency services.
Lee’s Summit Medical Center, along with six other HCA Midwest Health hospitals serving the Greater Kansas City region, has received Top Performer...
Halloween are fun times for children, but did you know that out of all holidays, Halloween had the fifth highest number of visits to the emergency...
Nutrition should be the most important consideration when heading back to school, says Dr. Rachel Hailey with Lee’s Summit Medical Center. Start...
More than 400 Lee’s Summit campers expected to visit Lee’s Summit Medical Center throughout the week to learn First Aid and about healthcare ...
Wearing high heels can put stress not just on your feet but also on your ankles, knees and back. Dr. Leila Koleiny with Lee’s Summit Family ...
With summer upon us, it’s important to remember that young children are more susceptible to dehydration than adults. Dr. Michael Watts with Lee’s...
Concussions, fractures and sprains, oh my. The main culprits: bicycles, trampolines and roller blades. Dr. Gregory P. Ballard, an orthopedic ...
Dr. Megan Sneed, OB/GYN at Lee’s Summit Medical Center and the area’s only female board-certified urogynecologist, explains how robotic-assisted...
In January, Lee's Summit Medical Center started supporting the Lee's Summit Parks & Recreation Rev-Up program in providing health education seminars...
Midwest Transplant Network recognized this hospital in saving lives through an organ and tissue donation program.
Local nurses are being recognized for making a difference in their patients' lives, their hospitals and their communities.
Lee Summit Medical Center’s CEO Matt Sogard was a part of the groundbreaking ceremony of the Blackwell Interchange. Learn more about this new...
Sarah Cannon cancer experts discussed the importance of clinical trials, targeted therapies and the exciting world of immunotherapy on Fox & ...
Hospital partnered with Fire/EMS Departments and Lee’s Summit Police Department to offer enriching educational experience for employees’ children...
Dr. Lauren Bessey, with Family Health Specialists of Lee’s Summit, says breathing is the key to reducing stress. She recommends the 7-7-7 technique...
Knowledge is power when it comes to stroke. Knowing your personal risk factors and learning to quickly recognize the signs and symptoms, can ...
After testing positive for the BRCA gene in 2011, oncology nurse Kelly Boling at Research Medical Center – like Angelina Jolie - underwent a ...
When stroke strikes, EMTs transport patient to closest hospital with most advance stroke-treatment technology and highly experienced neurosciences...
Premier hometown healthcare provider recognized as outstanding employer in healthcare industry nationally by being named to prestigious annual...
Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States. Jennifer Feeback, Director of Clinical Research for Sarah...
According to a new study, more heart-attack patients are getting a potentially life-saving procedure to open a blocked artery within the recommended...
Sharon Hayes made good on her vow to stand by husband Jay Hayes III through sickness and health when he suffered a heart attack at home. Sharon...
Exercising outdoors in the cold could undermine your dieting willpower, causing you to eat more and possibility gain weight. And that cold weather...
Dr. Rachel Hailey with Lee’s Summit Medical Center says sitting too much can cause an array of health problems as shown recently in an analysis...
Cold temperatures and changes in barometric pressure can exacerbate knee and hip pain, says Dr. Gregory Ballard, an Orthopedic Surgeon at Lee's...
Waiting for the school bus on a cold morning can lead to frostbite within a very short period of time. Dr. Adam Henson with Lee’s Summit Medical...