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- [Stroke Recovery: Navigating Life and Finding Hope](https://stjosephkc.com/stroke-recovery-navigating-life-and-finding-hope/): May is Stroke Awareness Month, a time dedicated to educating the public about the warning signs of stroke using the B.E.F.A.S.T. framework - Balance loss, Eyesight changes, Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, and Time to call 911.1 While recognizing these symptoms quickly can save lives, what often receives far less attention is what happens after a stroke occurs. Recovery can be complex and deeply personal, involving medical care, rehabilitation, and lifestyle adjustments.
- [Understanding the Connection: Why Managing Stress is Vital for Your Health](https://stjosephkc.com/understanding-the-connection-why-managing-stress-is-vital-for-your-health/): Did you know that stress-related issues account for over 30% of emergency 1 and mental health presentations among adolescents?
- [Healthgrades Names St. Joseph Medical Center a 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Award™ Recipient](https://stjosephkc.com/healthgrades-names-st-joseph-medical-center-a-2026-patient-safety-excellence-award-recipient/): St. Joseph Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, announced today that it has achieved the 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Award™ from Healthgrades, the #1 site Americans use to find a doctor or hospital. This award reflects St. Joseph Medical Center’s commitment to safe, patient-centered care...
- [Celebrating Patient Safety Awareness Week 2026](https://stjosephkc.com/celebrating-patient-safety-awareness-week-2026/): As we observe Patient Safety Awareness Week, we extend our sincere gratitude to our healthcare professionals who are dedicated every day to delivering the highest standards of care. Their expertise and commitment to safety ensure our patients receive care that is timely, safe, and compassionate.
- [Your Heart, Your Health: What to Know This American Heart Month](https://stjosephkc.com/your-heart-your-health-what-to-know-this-american-heart-month/): The heart is the central hub of your cardiovascular system. Its primary role is to ensure that oxygenated blood reaches your brain, muscles, and vital organs. Without a high-functioning heart, the rest of the body begins to suffer from a lack of resources.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Hosts Heart Health Education and CPR Training Event](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-hosts-heart-health-education-and-cpr-training-event/): St. Joseph Medical Center will host a special community heart health event, “Don’t Break Your Heart – Keep It Healthy,” on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. The event will take place at the Alex George Auditorium (Building D) on the hospital’s campus, located at 1000 Carondelet Drive, Kansas City, Missouri...
- [Why Strong Emergency Medical Services Matter During Winter Months](https://stjosephkc.com/why-strong-emergency-medical-services-matter-during-winter-months/): Winter often brings an increase in medical emergencies that require prompt, expert care. Cold temperatures, respiratory illnesses, and hazardous conditions can create situations where quick access to emergency services becomes essential for community safety.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Earns an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-earns-an-a-hospital-safety-grade-from-the-leapfrog-group-2025/): New Grade for spring 2025 is a national recognition for commitment to patient safety. St. Joseph Medical Center , a member of Prime Healthcare, earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog...
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Earns An ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-earns-an-a-hospital-safety-grade-from-the-leapfrog-group-2024/): New Grade for Fall 2024 is a national recognition for commitment to patient safety. St. Joseph Medical Center a member of Prime Healthcare earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog...
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Recognized with 10 Clinical Achievements from Healthgrades](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-recognized-with-10-clinical-achievements-from-healthgrades/): St. Joseph Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, announced today that it has achieved numerous accolades for clinical excellence from Healthgrades, the #1 site Americans use when searching for a doctor or hospital. Among St. Joseph Medical Center distinctions are Specialty Excellence...
- [South Kansas City hospital reflects on 150 years, changes in health care](https://stjosephkc.com/south-kansas-city-hospital-reflects-on-150-years-changes-in-health-care/): Come October, St. Joseph Medical Center, one of south Kansas City’s largest employers, will cross a milestone of providing care for 150 years.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Launches New Medical Residency Program in Internal Medicine](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-launches-new-medical-residency-program-in-internal-medicine/): St. Joseph Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, is proud to announce that it has received accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) for its new Internal Medicine Residency Program. Starting in July 2025, residents in internal medicine
- [St. Joseph Medical Center earns “A” for Value of Care national ranking](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-earns-a-for-value-of-care-national-ranking/): St. Joseph Medical Center among best in the nation at serving its patients and community, according to healthcare independent think tank. St. Joseph Medical Center, a proud member of Prime Healthcare has been recognized by the Lown Institute
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Among Nation’s Top Performing Hospitals for Treatment of Heart Attack Patients](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-among-nations-top-performing-hospitals-for-treatment-of-heart-attack-patients/): Kansas City, July, 2024 – St. Joseph Medical Center has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain  ̶  MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2024. St. Joseph Medical Center is one of only 259 hospitals nationwide to receive the honor.
- [Congratulations to Jodi Fincher, CEO for being named CEO to know from Becker’s](https://stjosephkc.com/congratulations-to-jodi-fincher-ceo-for-being-named-ceo-to-know-from-beckers/): Becker's Honors Community Hospital CEOs to Know. Becker's Hospital Review is delighted to release the 2024 edition of its “Community hospital CEOs to know” list. Community hospital CEOs craft and execute strategic plans to improve patient care, services and hospital facilities.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Named to 100 Great Community Hospitals List by Becker’s](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-named-to-100-great-community-hospitals-list-by-beckers/): St. Joseph Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, was named to the 100 Great Community Hospitals list by Becker’s Hospital Review. “St. Joseph Medical Center is honored to be recognized as one of the 100 great community hospitals...
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Earns ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-earns-a-hospital-safety-grade-from-the-leapfrog-group/): St. Joseph Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a patient safety ratings organization. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade to general hospitals across the country based on
- [Healthgrades Names St. Joseph Medical Center a 2024 Patient Safety Excellence Award™ Recipient](https://stjosephkc.com/healthgrades-names-st-joseph-medical-center-a-2024-patient-safety-excellence-award-recipient/): St. Jospeh Medical Center among top 10% In the nation for patient safety. St. Joseph Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, announced today that it has been recognized as a 2024 Patient Safety Excellence Award™ recipient by Healthgrades
- [Navigating Health with FastTrackCare: A Day in the Life](https://stjosephkc.com/navigating-health-with-getcarenow-a-day-in-the-life/): For families on the go, mornings can be chaotic. Getting the kids ready, preparing for the workday, and managing unexpected surprises—it's a balancing act. With FastTrackCare, parents can navigate health concerns without missing a beat. Picture this: a mom schedules an emergency room visit with a few taps on her phone during breakfast. No frantic rushing, no waiting room woes. Just a seamless transition from morning routines to prioritizing family health.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Ranks Among Top 3 out of 5 in MO for Orthopedic Surgery](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-ranks-among-top-3-out-of-5-in-mo-for-orthopedic-surgery/): St. Joseph Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, announced today that it ranks #3 out of 5 in Missouri for Orthopedic Surgery, according to new research released by Healthgrades, the leading resource consumers use to find a hospital or doctor.
- [CareCredit Is Available At St. Joseph Medical Center](https://stjosephkc.com/carecredit-is-available-at-st-joseph-medical-center/): With Care Credit health and wellness credit card you can pay over time for deductibles, copays, and other out of pocket expenses that aren’t currently covered by insurance.
- [Experienced Pulmonologist Dr. Tariq Musa Joins Pulmonary Physicians of St. Joseph (PPSJ)](https://stjosephkc.com/experienced-pulmonologist-dr-tariq-musa-joins-pulmonary-physicians-of-st-joseph-ppsj/): The Pulmonary Physicians of St. Joseph (PPSJ) is pleased to welcome to its team Tariq Musa, MD, a pulmonologist with more than 13 years of medical experience. Dr. Musa is board-certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Diseases and Critical Care Medicine
- [Streamlining Your Emergency Room Experience: Introducing FastTrackCare](https://stjosephkc.com/streamlining-your-emergency-room-experience-introducing-getcarenow/): Reserve your place in the emergency room from your home or on the go, minimizing your time in the waiting area.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center is Nationally Recognized by Healthgrades for Specialty Care](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-is-nationally-recognized-by-healthgrades-for-specialty-care/): St. Joseph Medical Center a member of Prime Healthcare, announced today it has achieved numerous accolades for clinical excellence, according to new research released by Healthgrades, the leading resource consumers use to find a hospital or doctor.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Earns An ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-earns-an-a-hospital-safety-grade-from-the-leapfrog-group/): St. Joseph Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog that sets standards for excellence in patient care.
- [Alzheimer’s Awareness Month: Elevating Alzheimer’s Care](https://stjosephkc.com/alzheimers-awareness-month-elevating-alzheimers-care/): November is Alzheimer's Awareness Month, a time when we come together to raise awareness and support those affected by this challenging disease. Alzheimer's disease is a progressive and debilitating condition that primarily affects the elderly. As we honor this month, it's essential to recognize the difference that a geriatric-accredited emergency department at St. Joseph Medical Center can make for Alzheimer's patients. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of visiting a geriatric-accredited emergency department and encourage anyone who suspects Alzheimer's symptoms in themselves or a loved one to take action.
- [Congratulations Dr. Neal Erickson on being name one of Ingram’s Top 2023 Doctors](https://stjosephkc.com/congratulations-dr-neal-erickson-on-being-name-one-of-ingrams-top-2023-doctors/): Congratulations Dr. Neal Erickson on being name one of Ingram’s Top 2023 Doctors. Your passion for your patients and the impact you have made here at St. Joseph Medical center is why we are so grateful to have you.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center earns “A” for Social Responsibility on national ranking.](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-earns-a-for-social-responsibility-on-national-ranking/): St. Joseph Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare or Prime Healthcare Foundation, has been recognized by the Lown Institute for outstanding social responsibility, receiving an “A” grade on the 2023-24 Lown Institute Hospitals Index
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Opens New Cardiac Observation Unit  for Better and Faster Care for Patients](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-opens-new-cardiac-observation-unit-for-better-and-faster-care-for-patients/): Saint Joseph Medical Center is pleased to announce the opening of a new Post Procedure Cardiac Observation Unit, a seven-bed unit that is currently open Monday through Friday. The unit provides patients expedited access to state-of-the-art cardiac procedural technology performed by expert cardiology providers.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center’s Affiliated Surgical Center Recently Named to Missouri’s Best List](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-centers-affiliated-surgical-center-recently-named-to-missouris-best-list/): Prime Healthcare is pleased to announce that one of its affiliated surgical centers was recently named by Missouri Magazine to The Missouri's Best 2024 list. South Kansas City Ambulatory Surgicenter, located at I-435 and Nall in Overland Park, was voted by the magazine’s readers as “the best of the best.”
- [For Latest Treatments in Diabetes and Weight Management,  St. Joseph Medical Center Hires Experienced Internal Medicine Physician](https://stjosephkc.com/for-latest-treatments-in-diabetes-and-weight-management-st-joseph-medical-center-hires-experienced-internal-medicine-physician/): To better serve the needs of its patients, St. Joseph Medical Center recently hired Kevin E. Suttmoeller, DO, a Kansas-City based internal medicine specialist with more than 32 years of medical experience specializing in diabetes
- [2022 Golden Glove](https://stjosephkc.com/2022-golden-glove/): Every year the leadership honors the employees who have had the most impactful Great Catches of the year with Golden Glove recognition.
- [Dr. Scott Abraham, and one of his success stories for Cori Robotic Assisted Surgeries](https://stjosephkc.com/dr-scott-abraham-and-one-of-his-success-stories-for-cori-robotic-assisted-surgeries/)
- [Top Cardiologist with Healient Physician Group Says New Heart Implant Often Eliminates Need for Blood Thinners](https://stjosephkc.com/top-cardiologist-with-healient-physician-group-says-new-heart-implant-often-eliminates-need-for-blood-thinners/): KANSAS CITY, MO., November 28, 2022 ― With recent Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month and World Stroke Day occurrences, there’s no better time to pay attention to the rhythms of the heart.
- [Dr. Abraham, Reached 1000 Robotic Assisted Surgeries](https://stjosephkc.com/dr-abraham-reached-1000-robotic-assisted-surgeries/): KANSAS CITY, MO., NOVEMBER 17, 2022 ― Scott M. Abraham, MD, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon in Kansas City, has reached the milestone of performin 1,000 robotic knee-replacement surgeries – a feat being celebrated within the local and medical community. In the past 4 1/2 years, Dr. Abraham has used two robotic systems developed by the U.K.-based Smith and Nephew, a medical technology company, to perform partial and total knee replacements at St. Joseph Medical Center using the NAVIO ™ and the updated CORI ™ surgical systems, Dr. Abraham is the only surgeon in the KC area to complete 1,000 cases using these computer-aided systems.
- [Dr. Couchonnal recently shared with KCTV 5 how to manage AFIB. Thank you Dr. Cochonnal for your expertise !](https://stjosephkc.com/dr-couchonnal-recently-shared-with-kctv-5-how-to-manage-afib-thank-you-dr-cochonnal-for-your-expertise/)
- [ST. Joseph Medical Center Rebuilds After Pandemic and Staffing Shortages](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-rebuilds-after-pandemic-and-staffing-shortages/): “Truly, given what we have just been through with this pandemic, now turned endemic, there is no one individual or group in the hospital that can be singled out.” Good Morning Executive Team, St. Joseph Medical Center and CEO Jodi Fincher - along with the hospital’s history, culture and technology - were positively profiled in the local newspaper, featuring how the St. Joseph is continuing “a tradition of caring for the community despite staffing shortages.” Excellent profile, Jodi! Your servant leadership style shines through in this piece. Learn More
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Opens Kansas City’s first Inpatient Senior Suites Unit](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-opens-kansas-citys-first-inpatient-senior-suites-unit/): (Kansas City, MO– October 1st, 2017) – St. Joseph Medical Center officially opens Kansas City’s first Inpatient Senior Suites Unit, led by a dedicated team of experts with specialized training and experience in geriatric healthcare.
- [St. Joseph Named America’s 100 Best for Orthopedic Surgery and Spine Surgery](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-named-americas-100-best-for-orthopedic-surgery-and-spine-surgery/): St. Joseph Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, is one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals™ for Orthopedic Care in 2022 according to new research released by Healthgrades, the leading resource that connects consumers, physicians and health systems. Every year, Healthgrades evaluates hospital performance at nearly 4,500 hospitals nationwide for 31 of the most common inpatient procedures and conditions. *
- [Seminar on Sept. 1 to Highlight Benefits of 7D Surgical FLASH™ Navigation System for Spinal Procedures](https://stjosephkc.com/seminar-on-sept-1-to-highlight-benefits-of-7d-surgical-flash-navigation-system-for-spinal-procedures/): As hospitals around the world look for new and innovative ways to improve surgical outcomes and patient safety, St. Joseph Medical Center took a leap into the future in April of this year with the installation the 7D Surgical FLASH™ Navigation System. This system virtually replaces standard fluoroscopy, providing the surgical team with a fast, accurate and radiation-free tool for the placement of spinal implants.
- [St. Joseph Recognized for Quality with Five Star Rating](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-recognized-for-quality-with-five-star-rating/): ​St. Joseph Medical Center has been awarded the highest ranking in the latest update by The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). CMS awarded St. Joseph Medical Center a Five Star Quality Rating for Overall Hospital. This top rating is the latest to acknowledge quality care at St. Joseph Medical Center.
- [Recent Knee Replacement Re-energizes This Mom-on-the-Move and Grandma-on-the-Go](https://stjosephkc.com/recent-knee-replacement-re-energizes-this-mom-on-the-move-and-grandma-on-the-go/): Free Knee Pain Webinar to learn about how the latest robotics-assisted technology can help
- [Reduced Rate Calcium Score Test Offered to Teachers](https://stjosephkc.com/reduced-rate-calcium-score-test-offered-to-teachers/): St. Joseph Medical Center will offer teachers a reduced rate of $20 for a calcium score test during Teacher Appreciation Week, May 3-7, as a way to say thank you for their tremendous service the past year. 
- [Early Breast Cancer Detection and Next-Level Technology Saves Women’s Lives](https://stjosephkc.com/early-breast-cancer-detection-and-next-level-technology-saves-womens-lives/): Among other specialties, Dr. Fisher is a doctor of osteopathy and a medical director who specializes in breast surgery, mastectomy surgery and breast conservation therapy. She is optimistic that as more cancers are found at their earliest, most treatable stages, women’s chances for survival are improving, along with more treatment options. She is especially encouraged by a radiation treatment known as the SAVI Catheter Placements for Breast Radiation.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center First in Kansas City Region to Deploy 7D Surgical’s Machine-Vision Image Guided Surgery (MvIGS) Technology](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-first-in-kansas-city-region-to-deploy-7d-surgicals-machine-vision-image-guided-surgery-mvigs-technology/): As hospitals around the world look for new and innovative ways to improve surgical outcomes and patient safety, St. Joseph Medical Center has taken a leap into the future with the installation the 7D Surgical FLASH™ Navigation System for spinal procedures by being the first hospital in Kansas City region to deploy the technology. This system virtually replaces standard fluoroscopy, providing the surgical team with a fast, accurate and radiation-free tool for the placement of spinal implants.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Hosts Free Knee Pain Seminar](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-hosts-free-knee-pain-seminar/): St. Joseph Medical Center is hosting a free Robotic Knee Replacement Seminar on Thursday, April 15, at 6 p.m. virtually. They have invested in the NAVIO Surgical System, a cutting-edge platform that provides robotic assistance in knee replacement surgery. Robotic assistance enables surgeons with accuracy and precision – important factors in determining the long-term success of the surgery. Registration for the online event can be found here https://stjosephkc.com/webinars/
- [Mo. Rep. Joe Runions Applauds St. Joseph Medical Center](https://stjosephkc.com/mo-rep-joe-runions-applauds-st-joseph-medical-center/): St. Joseph Medical Center was awarded a Community IMPACT Hero Award by the South Kansas City Chamber of Commerce to highlight and honor area health care workers in their valiant fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Hosts Free Knee Pain Seminar](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-hosts-free-knee-pain-seminar-2/): St. Joseph Medical Center is hosting a series of free, virtual Robotic Knee Replacement Seminars in 2021. They have invested in the NAVIO Surgical System, a cutting-edge platform that provides robotic assistance in knee replacement surgery. Robotic assistance enables surgeons with accuracy and precision – important factors in determining the long-term success of the surgery.
- [Joseph Medical Center Secures Certification from the International Geriatric Fracture Society](https://stjosephkc.com/joseph-medical-center-secures-certification-from-the-international-geriatric-fracture-society/): The CORE Certification Program is a global quality improvement initiative designed to recognize the achievements of programs that exceed outcome benchmarks in the management of geriatric fractures. In receiving this recognition, St. Joseph Medical Center’s team of dedicated professionals illustrated their ability to achieve sustained outcomes that outperform the clinical quality and performance improvement benchmarks as identified by the IGFS over the past two years.
- [No COVID-19 patients in ICU, St. Joseph Medical Center reports](https://stjosephkc.com/no-covid-19-patients-in-icu-st-joseph-medical-center-reports/): A big hospital in the Kansas City area is celebrating a major pandemic milestone today.
- [Robotic-assisted Knee Replacement Surgery Webinars Announced for 2021](https://stjosephkc.com/robotic-assisted-knee-replacement-surgery-webinars-announced-for-2021/): When the pain in your knees has become a pain in the neck to live with, you know you’re ready to discuss knee-replacement surgery. The good news is if you’re a candidate for traditional knee replacement surgery, then you’re also a candidate for robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery, and you can expect a better experience in every way. A customized fit, better balance, quicker recovery time, and longer-term satisfaction. It’s a leaping bound forward.
- [Concorde Career Colleges to Open Campus at St. Joseph Medical Center](https://stjosephkc.com/concorde-career-colleges-to-open-campus-at-st-joseph-medical-center/): St. Joseph Medical Center announced today that Concorde Career Colleges, Inc., a national leader in healthcare education based in Mission, Kan., will open a new Kansas City campus location at the St. Joseph Medical Center campus.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Nationally Recognized with an ‘A’ for the Fall 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-nationally-recognized-with-an-a-for-the-fall-2020-leapfrog-hospital-safety-grade/): Kansas City, December 21, 2020 – St. Joseph Medical Center was awarded an ‘A’ in the fall 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing St. Joseph Medical Center’s achievements protecting patients from harm and providing safer health care.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Expands into Overland Park With Affiliation of Dr. Alan Kessler](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-expands-into-overland-park-with-affiliation-of-dr-alan-kessler/): Dr. Kessler is a longtime Kansas City resident with over 20 years of practice as a Doctor of Osteopathy, specializing in family medicine. Dr. Kessler enjoys the interaction with patients and their families. “I am looking forward to joining the high-quality healthcare team at St. Joseph Medical Center,” he says.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Receives Get with The Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-receives-get-with-the-guidelines-stroke-gold-plus-quality-achievement-award/): St. Joseph Medical Center earned the award by meeting specific quality achievement measures for the diagnosis and treatment of stroke patients at a set level for a designated period. These measures include evaluation of the proper use of medications and other stroke treatments aligned with the most up-to-date, evidence-based guidelines with the goal of speeding recovery and reducing death and disability for stroke patients. Before discharge, patients should also receive education on managing their health, get a follow-up visit scheduled, as well as other care transition interventions
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Acquires Top Orthopedic Surgeon To Treat Adult Spinal Disorders](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-acquires-top-orthopedic-surgeon-to-treat-adult-spinal-disorders/): St. Joseph Medical Center has hired Dr. Glenn Amundson, M.D., a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon with 34 years of experience in treating adult spinal disorders of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. Dr. Amundson will be accepting new patients on July 6 at Prime Orthopedics and Spine, located on the hospital campus in Kansas City.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Sends Message to Community Regarding Reopening Plan](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-sends-message-to-community-regarding-reopening-plan/): Plan for Resuming Non-Emergency Procedures Follows State, Local Guidelines
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Continues to Save Lives For Patients in Midst of COVID-19](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-continues-to-save-lives-for-patients-in-midst-of-covid-19/): St. Joseph Medical Center earned the award by meeting specific quality achievement measures for the diagnosis and treatment of stroke patients at a set level for a designated period. These measures include evaluation of the proper use of medications and other stroke treatments aligned with the most up-to-date, evidence-based guidelines with the goal of speeding recovery and reducing death and disability for stroke patients. Before discharge, patients should also receive education on managing their health, get a follow-up visit scheduled, as well as other care transition interventions
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Remains Available for All Medical Emergencies](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-remains-available-for-all-medical-emergencies/): Ensuring safe access to emergency medical care continues to be important, even during a pandemic. Prime hospitals remain available to serve emergency needs for non-COVID related issues. Patients should not delay care when needed, especially for conditions where early diagnosis and treatment can be lifesaving, such as heart attack and stroke. This is a public service message to communities and patients to continue to seek care in your local emergency room for non-COVID conditions when needed and our emergency rooms and physicians remain ready to care for you.
- [Your Heart is Talking to You](https://stjosephkc.com/your-heart-is-talking-to-you/): Local Woman, 39, with Misdiagnosed Heart Attacks Credits St. Joseph Medical Center with Saving Life
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Recognized for Quality and Safety by Top Ratings Organizations: CMS, Leapfrog and Healthgrades](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-recognized-for-quality-and-safety-by-top-ratings-organizations-cms-leapfrog-and-healthgrades/): Receives CMS Highest 5-Star Rating, Leapfrog ‘A,’ and Healthgrades Top 5% in Nation
- [Investing in Mental Health: St. Joseph Medical Center Adds New Psychiatry Practice, Expands Physician Services](https://stjosephkc.com/investing-in-mental-health-st-joseph-medical-center-adds-new-psychiatry-practice-expands-physician-services/): Dr. Dunn received her combined six-year degree in 2001 from the University of Missouri—Kansas City with a Bachelor of Arts in liberal arts and Doctor of medicine. She was chief resident in psychiatry at the Rush University Medical Center in Chicago and opened her own private practice before advancing to medical director of ReDiscover, a community mental health organization in Lee’s Summit, MO, where she provided care in Adult Clinic, Substance Abuse Program, and Partial Hospital.
- [Mark Benz Named New Regional CEO of Prime Healthcare’s Four Area Hospitals](https://stjosephkc.com/mark-benz-named-new-regional-ceo-of-prime-healthcares-four-area-hospitals/): Prime Healthcare’s award-winning hospitals welcomed Mark Benz to its leadership team on December 18, 2019, as the new Regional CEO of the healthcare system’s four Missouri and Kansas hospitals and affiliated locations, including St. Joseph’s Medical Center (KCMO), St. Mary’s Medical Center (Blue Springs, MO) Providence Medical Center and its Affiliates (Kanas City, Kan.) and Saint John’s Hospital (Leavenworth, Kan.).
- [Mark Benz Named New Regional CEO of Prime Healthcare’s Four Area Hospitals](https://stjosephkc.com/mark-benz-named-new-regional-ceo-of-prime-healthcares-four-area-hospitals-2/): “Mark is a very well qualified and successful healthcare executive, and throughout his career he has demonstrated success in fostering clinical excellence and leading high performing teams,” says Prem Reddy, MD, FACC, FCCP Chairman, President & CEO of Prime Healthcare. “We are pleased to welcome a leader who will further our dedication to providing the highest-quality healthcare in the region.” Prime Healthcare is one of the nation’s premier health systems with 45 hospitals and more than 100 outpatient locations in 14 states.
- [Lung Health for a Lifetime: New Lung Coordinator at St. Joseph Medical Center Offering Lung Screenings at Lowest Rate in Metro](https://stjosephkc.com/lung-health-for-a-lifetime-new-lung-coordinator-at-st-joseph-medical-center-offering-lung-screenings-at-lowest-rate-in-metro/): St. Joseph Medical Center recently hired a new lung health coordinator to better educate the metro regarding lung health, lung cancer and the alarming trend of vaping, especially among youth. Michelle Boucher, RT, says that recent statistics in Missouri are raising red flags about the importance of lung cancer screenings, and the hospital is responding by offering affordable screenings to qualifying candidates.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center CEO, Jodi Fincher, Recognized for Visionary Leadership](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-ceo-jodi-fincher-recognized-for-visionary-leadership/): With 10,000 baby boomers turning 65 years old each day, the need for health services for seniors continues to grow. Realizing the needs within the community and the opportunity for the hospital, Fincher led the effort to establish the only geriatric-accredited emergency department in the Kansas City metro area. The medical center offers senior-focused inpatient, outpatient, emergency and behavioral health care.
- [Least Likely Candidate for Open Heart Surgery: How Cardiologists at St. Joseph Medical Center Saved Life of Local Triathlete in Curious Case](https://stjosephkc.com/least-likely-candidate-for-open-heart-surgery-how-cardiologists-at-st-joseph-medical-center-saved-life-of-local-triathlete-in-curious-case/): This retired financial analyst could run 3-4 hours without stopping, bike for 6 hours with no break, and swim a mile with no problem. His body fat was 10-12 percent. He took zero medication, not even aspirin. He hasn’t touched fried food in 10 years. He never smoked, drank only an occasional beer, and never missed his annual physical in which his doctor joked that if all his patients were like Bob, he would be out of business.
- [Healient Physician Group Moves Back to St. Joseph Medical Center in Multi-million Dollar Relocation](https://stjosephkc.com/healient-physician-group-moves-back-to-st-joseph-medical-center-in-multi-million-dollar-relocation/): St. Joseph Medical Center began construction this month to make way for the return of Healient Physician Group to the hospital campus in a $3 million relocation project. As part of the ongoing turnaround of the award-winning St. Joseph’s Medical Center to provide world-class healthcare to the local area, Healient will move into the newly renovated and state-of-the-art facility after a six-year off-site affiliation with the hospital.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center A story of a hospital turnaround](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-a-story-of-a-hospital-turnaround/): KANSAS CITY, September 4, 2019 - Only four years ago, St. Joseph Medical Center was on life-support. When Interim CEO Jodi Fincher arrived in 2016, she was handed a $101-million loss in revenues from the previous year. Profitability was at an all-time low, as was the reputation of the hospital.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center: A story of a hospital turnaround. The local name you know. The world-class care you will love.](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-a-story-of-a-hospital-turnaround-the-local-name-you-know-the-world-class-care-you-will-love/): KANSAS CITY, September 4, 2019 - Only four years ago, St. Joseph Medical Center was on life-support. When Interim CEO Jodi Fincher arrived in 2016, she was handed a $101-million loss in revenues from the previous year. Profitability was at an all-time low, as was the reputation of the hospital.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Meets Area Shortage of Diabetic Care With New Clinic and Experienced Endocrinologist](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-meets-area-shortage-of-diabetic-care-with-new-clinic-and-experienced-endocrinologist/): Dr. Mubaslat most recently practiced in Amman, Jordan where he spent the past two years establishing the first private diabetes center in Jordan, Khalidi DC as well as serving as faculty at the internal medicine residency program and the endocrinology fellowship program at Jordan Hospital. Dr. Mubaslat also consulted on the planning and design for the diabetes and endocrinology department at Abdali Medical Center, a regional medical center that launched recently in Amman, Jordan. Dr. Almubaslat brings nearly two decades of experience to the healthcare team at St. Joseph Medical Center.
- [Prime Healthcare Hospitals Develop Unique Programs Focused on Caring for Growing Senior Population](https://stjosephkc.com/prime-healthcare-hospitals-develop-unique-programs-focused-on-caring-for-growing-senior-population/): Two Missouri Hospitals Serve as Best Practice Models for National System, Three California Hospitals Follow with Geriatric ED Accreditation
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Announces Addition of Board-Certified Neurosurgeon](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-announces-addition-of-board-certified-neurosurgeon/): Kansas City, July 31, 2019 - St. Joseph Medical Center is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Frank Holladay, board-certified neurological surgeon, in conjunction with its new 24/7 neurosurgery coverage now available. This new 24-hour care will significantly decrease the need to transfer patients – currently up to 48 patients a year – resulting in saved lives and a decreased burden on other facilities.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Announces Addition of Board-Certified Neurosurgeon](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-announces-addition-of-board-certified-neurosurgeon-2/): St. Joseph Medical Center is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Frank Holladay, board-certified neurological surgeon, in conjunction with its new 24/7 neurosurgery coverage now available. This new 24-hour care will significantly decrease the need to transfer patients – currently up to 48 patients a year – resulting in saved lives and a decreased burden on other facilities.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Earns Recognition for Stroke Care](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-earns-recognition-for-stroke-care/): “St. Joseph Medical Center is dedicated to improving the quality of care for our stroke patients by implementing the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines-Stroke initiative,” said Jodi Fincher, CEO. “This recognition shows our commitment to delivering advanced stroke treatments to patients quickly and safely. Patients can trust they are getting the stroke care they need.” As further evidence of the high level of stroke care St. Joseph provides, it is also a Certified Primary Stroke Center through the Joint Commission.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center and MDSAVE Pioneer Open Healthcare Prices for Kansas City](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-and-mdsave-pioneer-open-healthcare-prices-for-kansas-city/): Through the MDsave program offered by St. Joseph Medical Center, Kansas City patients have access to shoppable, transparent prices. As the industry grapples with transparency requirements set out in the June 24th executive order, St. Joseph Medical Center is a model of how successful consumer-friendly healthcare works.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Receives Healthgrades 2019 Patient Safety Excellence Award](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-receives-healthgrades-2019-patient-safety-excellence-award/): St. Joseph Medical Center announced today that it is a recipient of the Healthgrades 2019 Patient Safety Excellence Award. This distinction places St. Joseph Medical Center among the top 5% of all short-term acute care hospitals reporting patient safety data as evaluated by Healthgrades, the leading online resource for information about physicians and hospitals.
- [Prime Healthcare Hospitals Develop Unique Programs Focused on Caring for Growing Senior Population](https://stjosephkc.com/prime-healthcare-hospitals-develop-unique-programs-focused-on-caring-for-growing-senior-population-3/): Two Missouri Hospitals Serve as Best Practice Models for National System,Three California Hospitals Follow with Geriatric ED Accreditation
- [Prime Healthcare Hospitals Develop Unique Programs Focused on Caring for Growing Senior Population](https://stjosephkc.com/prime-healthcare-hospitals-develop-unique-programs-focused-on-caring-for-growing-senior-population-2/): Two Missouri Hospitals Serve as Best Practice Models for National System,Three California Hospitals Follow with Geriatric ED Accreditation
- [“Senior” Prom Brings Together the Most Seasoned of Partiers](https://stjosephkc.com/senior-prom-brings-together-the-most-seasoned-of-partiers/): These prom-goers don’t have curfews: residents from area assisted living communities will don their finest and come together for a senior prom at 3 p.m., May 31 at St. Joseph Medical Center, Community Center for Health and Education, Building D, 1000 Carondelet Dr., Kansas City. Several youth volunteers are expected to take part in the event, which has been spearheaded by Overland Park memory care community Morningside Place. It includes live music, dinner and plenty of dancing. It will also feature the traditional naming of the prom king and queen.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Receives CMS 4 out of 5 Star Quality Rating](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-receives-cms-4-out-of-5-star-quality-rating/): The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced updated data on the Hospital Compare website and on data.medicare.gov to provide patients, families and all stakeholders with the information needed to compare the performance of hospitals where they seek medical care. Along with data on quality measures, CMS will also update the Overall Hospital Star Rating.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Wins Community Impact Award for State of the Art Senior Behavioral Health Center](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-wins-community-impact-award-for-state-of-the-art-senior-behavioral-health-center/): Medical Center to Host Senior Summit to Showcase Senior Care Services to Community
- [Treating to beat heart attacks and strokes](https://stjosephkc.com/treating-to-beat-heart-attacks-and-strokes/): Having some leg discomfort or cramps after walking and exercising can be a common problem for folks as they age, but it can also be a sign of something that may be far more serious than getting on in years.
- [Kansas Man Saved from Heart Attack by 10-minute Screening](https://stjosephkc.com/kansas-man-saved-from-heart-attack-by-10-minute-screening/): Calcium Score Screening Leads St. Joseph Doctors to Find Four Blockages in Heart of Man without Symptoms; Hospital Lowers Screening Cost to $40
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program Certified by Industry Leader](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-pulmonary-rehabilitation-program-certified-by-industry-leader/): St. Joseph Medical Center is proud to announce the certification of its Pulmonary Rehabilitation program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). St. Joseph Medical Center was recognized for its commitment to improving the quality of life by enhancing standards of care.
- [St. Joseph and St. Mary’s Medical Centers First in Midwest to Receive Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-and-st-marys-medical-centers-first-in-midwest-to-receive-geriatric-emergency-department-accreditation/): The Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation (GEDA) program is the culmination of years of progress in emergency care of older adults. In 2014, ACEP along with Society for Academic Emergency Medicine, Emergency Nurses Association, and American Geriatrics Society, developed and released geriatric ED guidelines, recommending measures ranging from adding geriatric-friendly equipment to specialized staff to more routine screening for delirium, dementia, and fall risk, among other vulnerabilities.
- [St. Joseph’s Care Clinic at Avila University](https://stjosephkc.com/st-josephs-care-clinic-at-avila-university/): Avila University Partners with St. Joseph
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Announces Construction of Senior Behavioral Health Center](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-announces-construction-of-senior-behavioral-health-center/): (Kansas City, MO – March 22, 2018) –St. Joseph Medical Center will begin construction on a $1.6 million, 22-bed Senior Behavioral Health Center this week.
- [Prime Healthcare Names CEO for Kansas City Region](https://stjosephkc.com/prime-healthcare-names-ceo-for-kansas-city-region/): KANSAS CITY, MO. (May 14, 2018) — Prime Healthcare has named Steven D. Wilkinson, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer for the Kansas City Region which includes Providence Medical Center, Kansas City KS; Saint John Hospital, Leavenworth, KS; St. Joseph Medical Center, Kansas City, MO; and St. Mary’s Medical Center, Blue Springs, MO. Prime Healthcare, based in Ontario, CA, is a nationally-recognized health system with 45 hospitals in 14 states.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Receives Healthgrades 2018 Patient Safety Excellence Award](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-receives-healthgrades-2018-patient-safety-excellence-award/): Kansas City (May 8, 2018)] – St. Joseph Medical Center brings high quality and safe healthcare to Kansas City by announcing today that it is a recipient of the Healthgrades 2018 Patient Safety Excellence Award™, a designation that recognizes superior performance of hospitals that have prevented the occurrence of serious, potentially avoidable complications for patients during hospital stays.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Brings State of the Art Knee Replacement Technology to Kansas City](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-brings-state-of-the-art-knee-replacement-technology-to-kansas-city/): Kansas City, MO, (May 8, 2018) – St. Joseph Medical Center recently invested in the NAVIO Surgical System, a cutting-edge platform that provides robotic assistance in knee replacement surgery. St. Joseph Medical Center is the first and only facility in Kansas City to have the half a million-dollar NAVIO Surgical System. Robotic assistance enables surgeons with accuracy and precision – important factors in determining the long-term success of the surgery. “We invested in this technology because we want our patients to have access to the very best healthcare available today,” said Dr. Scott Abraham, Orthopedic Surgeon at St. Joseph Medical Center. “Robotic assistance will only further enhance our ability to achieve great patient outcomes.”Jackie Wolf, one of Dr. Abraham’s first Navio partial knee replacement patients, said “I was walking the very next day and a few days later without any assistance. It’s truly amazing how fast I recovered.” She also added, “My physical therapist couldn’t believe my range of motion only five days after my surgery. I would highly encourage Navio robotic assisted knee replacement surgery to everyone.” Dr. Abraham added, “It’s wonderful to see how robotics and I can work together to improve patient outcomes such as it did in Jackie’s case.”
- [The Joint Commission has recognized Prime Healthcare hospitals as 2017 Pioneers in Quality™ Contributors](https://stjosephkc.com/the-joint-commission-has-recognized-prime-healthcare-hospitals-as-2017-pioneers-in-quality-contributors/): Prime Hospitals recognized for quality improvement in health care
- [Avila Partners with St. Joseph Medical Center to Operate Campus Health Center](https://stjosephkc.com/avila-partners-with-st-joseph-medical-center-to-operate-campus-health-center/): (Kansas City, MO – September 1st, 2017) – Avila University has partnered with St. Joseph Medical Center to run its on-campus health center. 
- [Christopher Cummings, D.O. Brings Robotic Surgery Expertise to St. Joseph Medical Center](https://stjosephkc.com/christopher-cummings-d-o-brings-robotic-surgery-expertise-to-st-joseph-medical-center/): (Kansas City, MO – August 1st, 2017) – Christopher T. Cummings, D.O., has joined St, Joseph's Surgical Associates, affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, MO.
- [Jeffrey Althoff, M.D. Brings Wound Care Expertise to St. Joseph Medical Center](https://stjosephkc.com/jeffrey-althoff-m-d-brings-wound-care-expertise-to-st-joseph-medical-center/): (Kansas City, MO – June 25, 2017) – Jeffrey R. Althoff, M.D. F.A.C.E.P., U.H.M, board-certified in Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine, has joined Healient Physician Group, Kansas City, MO.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center receives Mission: Lifeline quality achievement award](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-receives-mission-lifeline-quality-achievement-award/): Kansas City, Mo 2017 — St. Joseph Medical Center has received the Mission: Lifeline® Silver Receiving Quality Achievement Award for implementing specific quality improvement measures outlined by the American Heart Association for the treatment of patients who suffer severe heart attacks.
- [St. Joseph Medical Center Opens Senior Clinic](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-opens-senior-clinic/): (Kansas City, MO– June 5th, 2017) – St. Joseph Medical Center officially opens Sister Margaret’s Senior Clinic in Kansas City, led by a dedicated team of experts with specialized training and experience in geriatric healthcare.
- [At St. Joseph Medical Center, we take taking care of seniors to heart.](https://stjosephkc.com/at-st-joseph-medical-center-we-take-taking-care-of-seniors-to-heart/): St. Joseph Medical Center opened a new clinic for seniors, Sister Margaret's Senior Clinic, at its Kansas City campus on Tuesday. The clinic will offer specialty care for seniors, as well as transportation and diagnostic tools. Read More
- [St. Joseph Medical Center and the Red Bridge Family YMCA have forged a partnership to better serve the health needs of seniors.](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-and-the-red-bridge-family-ymca-have-forged-a-partnership-to-better-serve-the-health-needs-of-seniors/): To kick off the partnership, St. Joseph Medical Center and the Red Bridge Family YMCA are inviting seniors to learn more and sign up for programs at one of the following launch events:
- [St Joseph Medical Center Receives the 2017 Women’s Choice Award® as one of America’s Best Hospitals for Patient Safety](https://stjosephkc.com/st-joseph-medical-center-receives-the-2017-womens-choice-award-as-one-of-americas-best-hospitals-for-patient-safety/): Kansas City Missouri –February 16, 2017 – St Joseph Medical Center has been named one of America’s Best Hospitals for Patient Safety by the Women’s Choice Award®, America’s trusted referral source for the best in healthcare. The award signifies that St Joseph Medical Center is in the top 15% of 3,005 U.S. hospitals for patient safety.

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- [Awards New](https://stjosephkc.com/awards-new/): To qualify for the Target: Stroke Honor Roll, hospitals must meet quality measures developed to reduce the time between the patient’s arrival at the hospital and treatment with the clot-buster tissue plasminogen activator, or tPA. If given intravenously in the first three hours after the start of stroke symptoms, tPA has been shown to significantly reduce the effects of stroke and lessen the chance of permanent disability.
- [Karl Metzger, MD, CMO](https://stjosephkc.com/executive-leadership/karl-metzger-md-cmo/): Dr. Corcoran is the Chief Medical Officer of St. Joseph Medical Center. Dr. Corcoran attended the University of Kansas School of Medicine and completed his Emergency Medicine Residency from Tuffs University at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, MA.
- [Contact form](https://stjosephkc.com/careers/contact-form/): Please join our talent network to receive updates about hiring events, new opportunities, and speak to one of our recruiters. Complete the form above and one of our team members will connect with you.
- [Kansas City Attractions](https://stjosephkc.com/graduate-medical-education/kansas-city-attractions/): Life as a resident is demanding, and having a great city to recharge in makes all the difference. Kansas City is one of the Midwest's most underrated gems — a city that offers an exceptional quality of life, a thriving arts and culture scene, and a warmth and community spirit that residents consistently say caught them off guard. Whether you're new to the city or fully settled in, KC has something to offer at every stage of your training journey.
- [PGY-1 Residents](https://stjosephkc.com/graduate-medical-education/pgy-1-residents/): 2026-2027 PGY-1 Class Hala Imad Abujaish, MD Bakhtawar Baloch, MD Dawood Azam Farooq, MD Muhammad Karamatullah, MD Manu Kaur, MD Kajol Kumari, MD Areeba Moiz, MD Vinay Vishalbhai Narodia, MD Muhammad Umair Qasim, MD Tahreem Qasim, MD Muhammad Ali Sameer, MD Kush Sharma, MD Muhammad Nouman Shuja, MD
- [Family Medicine](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/family-medicine/)
- [Gynecology Services](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/gynecology/): St. Joseph Medical Center GYN1000 Carondelet Drive,Suite 100, Building D,Kansas City, MO 64114816-943-4700
- [Contact Our Radiology Team](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/imaging/contact-radiology/): Contact Our Radiology Team Having trouble reaching us? Fill out our contact us form and we will respond. Contact RadiologyFirst NameLast NamePhone/MobileEmailType of appointment you’d like to scheduleReason for contact?Submit Form
- [PGY-2 Residents](https://stjosephkc.com/graduate-medical-education/pgy-2-residents/): 2026-2027 PGY-2 Class Tanvir Ahmed, MD Omar Al Refai, MD Mehreen Ashfaq, MD Abdulrahman Baghdadi, MD Kartaar Saahil, MD Ishita Kamboj, MD Nina Khabeishvili, MD Khaldoun Khreis, MD Saruulbuyan Mend-Amar, MD David Mpaju, MD Shivani Patel, MD Nageeta, MD Satyanarayan Sivasankar, MD
- [Thank you](https://stjosephkc.com/careers/thank-you/): Thank you for your interest in joining our team! A member of our recruitment team will contact you shortly by text or email. Please watch your inbox, including your spam or junk folder. We look forward to connecting with you soon and appreciate your time.
- [Jodie Roettger, CFO](https://stjosephkc.com/executive-leadership/jodie-roettger/): Chief Financial Officer
- [Acute Withdrawal Management](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/stepone/): It’s the first phase in your recovery process. The St. Joseph Medical Center StepOne is a hospital-based, three to five-day acute withdrawal management service in Kansas City, MO. Provided at St. Joseph Medical Center, this service is for adults who are in impending or the early stage of withdrawal from alcohol and/or opioids.
- [Program Leadership](https://stjosephkc.com/graduate-medical-education/program-leadership/): Dr. Amit Patel is the founding program director for the internal medicine residency program at St. Joseph Medical Center - Kansas City. Dr. Patel's dedication and expertise have been instrumental in shaping the program and nurturing the next generation of physicians. He is a 2005 graduate of the University of Missouri - Kansas City (UMKC) School of Medicine. He completed his internal medicine residency at the University of South Florida College of Medicine. He completed his nephrology fellowship at the same institution where he also served as chief nephrology fellow. With a passion for teaching and a commitment to excellence, Dr. Patel continues to inspire and lead by example in internal medicine.
- [Resources for Residents](https://stjosephkc.com/graduate-medical-education/resources-for-residents/): Below are resources that residents will find useful throughout the Residency Program.Helpful resources will be added throughout the year.
- [Faculty & Staff](https://stjosephkc.com/graduate-medical-education/faculty-staff/): Residency Program Director
- [Residency Rotations](https://stjosephkc.com/graduate-medical-education/residency-rotations/): St. Joseph Medical Center Internal Residency Program runs on the  4+1 schedule model to ensure resident well-being.
- [How to Apply](https://stjosephkc.com/graduate-medical-education/about-us-graduate-medical-education-how-to-apply/): Eligible applicants must be graduates from medical schools accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) or the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).
- [Graduate Medical Education](https://stjosephkc.com/graduate-medical-education/): St. Joseph Medical Center is pleased to announce the start of our Internal Medicine Residency Program starting in July 2025.  Our facility is a licensed 310-bed acute care hospital offering a wide range of both medical and surgical specialties.  The program faculty are dedicated to serving the community and shaping the future of healthcare through education.  This is an ACGME certified 3-year comprehensive training program which offers 13 positions in each postgraduate year (PGY) with a total complement of 39 residents.
- [Leadership](https://stjosephkc.com/about-us/leadership/): Director of Rehabilitation Services
- [Pulmonary Rehab](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/pulmonology/pulmonary-rehab/): St. Joseph Medical Center is home to the first nationally-accredited Pulmonary Rehabilitation program in the Greater Kansas City area. Our program combines education and exercise to meet the individual need of people with COPD, emphysema, chronic bronchitis, pulmonary fibrosis, asthma or any chronic lung disease.
- [Sleep Disorders](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/pulmonology/sleep-disorders/): Sleep disorders are a group of conditions that affect the ability to sleep well on a regular basis. They can disrupt the normal pattern of sleep, leading to difficulties falling asleep, staying asleep, or achieving restorative sleep. Sleep disorders can be caused by various factors, including medical conditions, psychological issues, lifestyle choices, and environmental factors. Some common types of sleep disorders include insomnia (difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep), sleep apnea (interrupted breathing during sleep), narcolepsy (excessive daytime sleepiness and sudden sleep attacks), restless legs syndrome (uncomfortable sensations in the legs, often relieved by moving them), and parasomnias (abnormal behaviors or movements during sleep, such as sleepwalking or nightmares). Treatment for sleep disorders depends on the specific type and underlying cause but may include lifestyle changes, therapy, medication, or devices like CPAP machines for sleep apnea.
- [Lung Center](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/pulmonology/lung-center/): Lung cancer kills more people every year than breast, prostate and colon cancers combined. It is the number one cause of cancer deaths in the United States. Many times symptoms do not present themselves until the cancer has progressed to later stages, but when caught early, the survival rates increase substantially.
- [Asthma Treatment](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/pulmonology/asthma-treatment/): Breathe easy with help from Pulmonary Physicians of St. Joseph. Our practice is committed to being your source for allergy and asthma treatment. Allergies and asthma are unfortunately quite common, but our specialists are committed to helping you combat your symptoms.
- [Contact Us](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/pulmonology/contact-us/): Flexible appointments 
- [location](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/pulmonology/location/): 1000 Carondelet Dr Suite 100Building DKansas City, MO 64114
- [Providers](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/pulmonology/providers/): Pulmonary Medicine
- [FAQ](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/pulmonology/faq/): Schedule an appointment by calling 816-942-4500. We will reach out to you on the same day or the next day.
- [Pulmonary Medicine Physicians](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/lung-cancer-screening-program/pulmonary-medicine-physicians/): Pulmonary Medicine
- [Lung Cancer Screening Program](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/lung-cancer-screening-program/): Lung cancer kills more people every year than breast, prostate and colon cancers combined. It is the number one cause of cancer deaths in the United States. Many times symptoms do not present themselves until the cancer has progressed to later stages, but when caught early, the survival rates increase substantially.
- [Wellness Blog](https://stjosephkc.com/wellness-blog/): May is Stroke Awareness Month, a time dedicated to educating the public about the warning signs of stroke using the B.E.F.A.S.T. framework - Balance loss, Eyesight changes, Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, and Time to call 911.1 While recognizing these symptoms quickly can save...
- [Watchman](https://stjosephkc.com/watchman/): The average person with atrial fibrillation (also called AFib or AF) is five times more likely to have a stroke than someone with a regular heartbeat.1 That’s because AFib can decrease the heart’s pumping capacity by as much as 30%.2 Because blood isn’t pumped out of the heart normally, it’s easier for blood cells to stick together and form clots in an area of the heart called the left atrial appendage (LAA).2, 3 When a blood clot escapes from the LAA and travels to another part of the body, it can cut off the blood supply to the brain, causing a stroke.1, 4
- [Internal Medicine](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/internal-medicine/): Internal Medicine at St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri, provides comprehensive medical care for adults, focused on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. Our experienced, board-certified physicians deliver personalized, evidence-based care across inpatient and outpatient settings, working closely with specialists and care teams to ensure seamless coordination and continuity of care. With an emphasis on preventive health, chronic disease management, and whole-person wellness, we are committed to helping patients achieve and maintain long-term health at every stage of adulthood.
- [FastTrackCare](https://stjosephkc.com/fasttrackcare/): When it comes to personalized care and prompt attention, you can trust St. Joseph Medical Center. Our dedicated team is committed to delivering exceptional emergency room care in Kansas City, MO. Take control of your healthcare journey today by scheduling your arrival time with FastTrackCare. We are here to provide the care you need, when you need it most.
- [St. Joseph Family Medical Care](https://sjfmc.net/)
- [Site Map](https://stjosephkc.com/site-map/): St. Joseph Medical Center
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- [John Forman, MD, FACS](https://stjosephkc.com/john-forman/): Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeron
- [Gerald Mancuso, MD](https://stjosephkc.com/gerald_mancuso/): Dr. Gerald Mancuso is an interventional cardiologist at Healient Physician Group and has served patients in the Kansas City area for more than 30 years. He specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels. He also has expertise at cardiac interventions performing minimally invasive catheter-based procedures, such as angioplasty and stenting.
- [Imaging](https://stjosephkc.com/imaging/): Imaging
- [Hospital Videos](https://stjosephkc.com/hospital-videos/): Hospital Videos
- [Cardiothoracic Associates](https://stjosephkc.com/cardiothoracic-associates/): Our mission is to provide the highest quality of care to our patients by combining the latest techniques and procedures in a comfortable, friendly, compassionate, and patient-centered environment.
- [Maps and Directions](https://stjosephkc.com/maps-and-directions/): St. Joseph Medical Center1000 Carondelet DriveKansas City, MO 64114816-942-4400
- [Cardiologists](https://stjosephkc.com/cardiologists/): We have a team of cardiologists who are experts in diagnosing and treating a broad range of cardiac conditions. Board-certified cardiologists Luis Couchonnal MD, Gerald Mancuso MD, Craig Lungren MD, Jin Park MD, Francisco Lammoglia MD, and Patrick Santiago MD. Additionally, David Burkart M.D. is board certified vascular interventionalist. All these physicians see patients in our conveniently located offices.
- [Meet Our Cardiologists](https://stjosephkc.com/meet-our-cardiologists/): St. Joseph has a team of highly trained, board-certified cardiologists with years of experience in caring for the heart. The members of our medical team offer a wealth of diverse skills in both invasive and non-invasive cardiac procedures.
- [Cardiac Treatments and Procedures](https://stjosephkc.com/cardiac-treatments-and-procedures/): Cardiac catheterization. Doctors use this to diagnose and treat cardiovascular disease. This procedure involves inserting a tube or catheter into an artery and guiding it to your heart. Then, your doctor injects contrast to highlight the area. This reveals the structure of the cardiac system. The test allows doctors to study the heart chambers and pinpoint blockages in arteries and veins.
- [Healient](https://healient.com/)
- [Cardiology](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/cardiology/): The St. Joseph Cardiac accredited chest pain center provides heart care and heart surgery for medical diseases such as coronary artery disease or congestive heart failure. At St. Joseph Medical Center, you will find heart doctors who are experienced medical professionals who use the latest technology to give you highly individualized care.
- [Mammography](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/mammography/): The Breast Center provides mammography 8 a.m. to 4:30 pm Monday-Friday. Appointments preferred; Walk-ins Welcome 8 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- [Primary Care](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/primary-care/): Featured Services
- [Heart Institute Locations](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/st-joseph-heart-institute/heart-institute-locations/): The St. Joseph Heart Institute1000 Carondelet DriveKansas City, MO 64114816-943-7600
- [About Prime Healthcare](https://stjosephkc.com/about-prime-healthcare/): Prime Healthcare is an award-winning health system operating 51 hospitals and more than 360 outpatient locations in 14 states, providing over 2.5 million patient visits annually. It is one of the nation’s leading health systems with nearly 57,000 employees and affiliated physicians dedicated to providing the highest quality healthcare. Eighteen of the Prime hospitals are members of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit public charity.
- [Recruitment](https://stjosephkc.com/recruitment/): 1
- [Pulmonology](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/pulmonology/): At St. Joseph we are dedicated to our patients and their health. We strive to always look for more efficient ways to help our patients get state of the art care and heal faster.
- [Neurology](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/neurology/): Parveen Khosla, MD is a general neurologist who treats most neurology related issues. He has been in practice for over 20 years. He specializes and is board certified in Neurology, Neurophysiology, Neuromuscular medicine, Electrodiagnostic medicine, and Vascular Neurology.
- [St. Joseph Neurology](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/physician-practices/st-joseph-neurology/): St. Joseph Neurology: 816-942-4500Fax: 816-941-4504
- [Kessler Primary Care](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/physician-practices/kessler-primary-care/): Kessler Primary Care: (913) 257-5401
- [Kansas City Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/physician-practices/kansas-city-cardiovascular-and-thoracic-surgery/): Kansas City Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery 816-943-7600
- [Physician Practices](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/physician-practices/): Featured Services
- [Geriatrics Department (GEDA)](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/geriatrics-department/): At St. Joseph Medical Center, seniors have earned a little extra consideration, and we are honored to care for the older adults of Kansas City.
- [Lorie Herrman, CNO](https://stjosephkc.com/executive-leadership/lorie-herrman-cno/): CNO
- [Scott Corcoran, MD, CMO](https://stjosephkc.com/executive-leadership/scott-corcoran-md-cmo/): Dr. Corcoran is the Chief Medical Officer of St. Joseph Medical Center. Dr. Corcoran attended the University of Kansas School of Medicine and completed his Emergency Medicine Residency from Tuffs University at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, MA.
- [Jodi Fincher CEO](https://stjosephkc.com/executive-leadership/jodi-fincher-ceo/): RN, BSN, MBA, CCRN, FABC
- [News](https://stjosephkc.com/news/): Read recent news about our hospital, clinician, innovative programs and treatments, our latest quality and safety awards, and community service.
- [Volunteer Opportunities](https://stjosephkc.com/volunteer-opportunities/): St. Joseph Medical Center has a variety of volunteer opportunities and we will work with you to find a volunteer position that is meaningful to you. Just ask one of our many volunteers who range in age from 15-95 years. Volunteer schedules are flexible. Training is provided for all volunteer positions.
- [Volunteer Application](https://stjosephkc.com/volunteer-application/): Interested in becoming a St. Joseph Medical Center Volunteer? Click and complete our online application below.
- [Nursing Careers](https://stjosephkc.com/nursing-careers/): Our community needs you now more than ever.
- [Special Needs](https://stjosephkc.com/medical-records/special-needs/): Featured Services
- [Registration Information](https://stjosephkc.com/medical-records/registration-information/): Before your appointment, the Admitting Office at St. Joseph Medical Center will call you at home to preregister for your admission/procedure.
- [Phone Directory](https://stjosephkc.com/patients-visitors/phone-directory/): Anonymous Hotline Number: 816-654-2786
- [Financial Assistance](https://stjosephkc.com/patients-visitors/financial-assistance/): St. Joseph Medical Center understands that paying for emergency or other medically necessary medical care can be difficult, particularly for patients who lack health insurance. As part of our commitment to our patients, we provide financial assistance to patients who are underinsured or uninsured and who satisfy certain requirements. Our Financial Counselors work hard to help patients address their financial responsibilities, and they will help you find financial solutions that can help cover your cost of care.
- [Outpatient Pharmacy](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/outpatient-pharmacy/): St. Joseph Outpatient Pharmacy(Located on the first floor of the Medical Mall in St. Joseph)Phone: 816-943-4879Fax: 816-943-4882Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- [Amenities](https://stjosephkc.com/patients-visitors/amenities/): St. Joseph Medical Center offers a variety of amenities to help ensure your stay with us is as comfortable as possible.
- [Electronic Record Delivery Request](https://stjosephkc.com/medical-records/electronic-record-delivery-request/): Click here to print the Electric Record Delivery Request form
- [Release of Protected Health Information](https://stjosephkc.com/medical-records/release-of-protected-health-information/): Click here to print the Release of Protected Health Information formFor Spanish version click here
- [Hotels Near St. Joseph Medical Center](https://stjosephkc.com/patients-visitors/hotels-near-st-joseph-medical-center/): Courtyard Kansas City South (.9 miles from St. Joseph)500 E 105th StreetKansas City, MO 64131816-941-3333Web site
- [Understanding Your Bill](https://stjosephkc.com/patients-visitors/understanding-your-bill/): As part of our quality service we feel it is important that you are informed of our payment policies.
- [Patient Rights and Responsibilities](https://stjosephkc.com/patients-visitors/patient-rights-and-responsibilities/): To treatment without discrimination based on age, race, ethnicity, religion, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity or expression.
- [Insurance Requirement Checklist](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/insurance-requirement-checklist/): Are you covered by more than one insurance plan? If so, have you submitted all insurance information to your healthcare clinicians?
- [Pharmacies Near St. Joseph Medical Center](https://stjosephkc.com/patients-visitors/pharmacies-near-st-joseph-medical-center/): Whether you are a patient being discharged from St. Joseph, or just need a maintenance medication refilled, the St. Joseph Pharmacy will meet your needs. Your physician or nurse can call or fax your prescription to us so it will be ready as you leave the medical center. We can also transfer prescription refills to your neighborhood pharmacy for your convenience.
- [Advance Directives](https://stjosephkc.com/patients-visitors/advance-directives/): This facility has detailed policies on the withholding and withdrawing of life support and compliance with advance directives. St. Joseph Medical Center also has an Ethics and Human Values Committee, which serves those who need a forum with consultation, discussion, support and assistance in facing choices or resolving ethical conflicts.
- [Stages of Grief](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/stages-of-grief/): The following are stages of grief that are commonly experienced after the loss of a loved one. You may not experience all of these, and you may not experience them in this order. However, it is important to believe that what you are feeling is natural and with time will begin to heal.
- [Intensive Care Unit](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/intensive-care-unit/): Having a loved one in an Intensive Care Unit can be a troubling and anxious experience. Families often feel confused and helpless. It is a difficult time for the patient and family. Our staff understands your feelings and will do what we can to keep the patient and family comfortable.
- [Spiritual Care](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/spiritual-care/): The Spiritual Care Department welcomes you to our hospital. Our goal is to provide you with quality, holistic care that embraces the whole person: body, mind, and spirit. We believe all human beings deserve to be treated with respect, dignity, and compassion.
- [Pain Clinic](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/pain-clinic/): Chronic pain is a complex medical problem that can have profound effects on a patient’s physical and mental well-being. At St. Joseph Medical Center’s Pain Clinic, our goal is to help decrease patients’ levels of pain and suffering and help restore their quality of life. The Pain Clinic is a fully integrated, comprehensive pain management clinic equipped with state-of-the-art treatment options. We provide a variety of interventions and therapies for numerous conditions that can cause pain. Each patient is treated on an individual basis in a caring and compassionate environment. Services are available as an outpatient. Physician Referral is required for pain clinic services.
- [Pre-Anesthesia Clinic](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/pre-anesthesia-clinic/): Thank you for choosing St. Joseph Medical Center. We want your surgical stay to be as pleasant as possible.
- [Sleep Disorder](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/sleep-disorder/): The St. Joseph Sleep Center located at St. Joseph Medical Center offers help in diagnosing and treating a variety of sleep disorders which are linked to serious medical conditions:
- [Diabetes Services](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/diabetes-services/): Diabetes can be managed. It takes some lifestyle changes and support from loved ones, but it can be done. Whether you have lived with diabetes for years, or have been recently diagnosed, managing the disease is a key to staying healthy and preventing complications.
- [Health Screening](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/health-screening/): Early detection is key in preventing and treating many health problems and diseases. Talk with your doctor about health screenings that may be right for you.
- [Cardiovascular](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/cardiovascular/): Go Red for Women is the national campaign to raise awareness about heart disease in women. Cardiovascular disease affects more women than breast cancer. Find out what you can do by visiting the American Heart Association’s website, then contact St. Joseph Heart Institute with your questions, comments or concern at 913-956-2250.
- [Biopsy](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/biopsy/): A stereotactic biopsy is used to make samples from an abnormality seen on a mammogram that cannot be felt or seen without ultrasound. With this procedure, less tissue is removed than with traditional open surgery, and a lesion does not need to be seen in two views to be able to biopsy it accurately. A stereotactic guided biopsy is less invasive with minimal scarring.
- [Sports Medicine](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/sports-medicine/): St. Joseph Outpatient Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine Center is committed to utilizing a multidisciplinary approach within the St. Joseph Medical Center community to provide superior outpatient rehabilitation services dedicated to enhancing the patients' abilities to attain their maximum functional goals.
- [Interventional Radiology](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/interventional-radiology/): Interventional radiology is a minimally invasive way to directly treat affected areas through image guidance. The doctors and staff at St. Joseph Medical Center are experts in helping you achieve lower risks, less pain, and shorter recovery times compared to major surgery.
- [Ethics Committee](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/ethics-committee/): The Ethics and Human Values Committee is available to provide ethical consultations. A consultation with the committee can be requested by a patient, family members, a patient's friends or any health clinician directly involved with a patient's care.
- [Percutaneous Coronary Intervention](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/st-joseph-heart-institute/heart-institute-surgical-services/percutaneous-coronary-intervention-pci-coronary/): Stents: A stent is a small metal coil, slotted tube, or mesh structure that is placed permanently inside a coronary artery to help keep it open following an angioplasty. The stent helps hold the artery open, improves the flow of blood, and relieves symptoms of coronary artery disease.
- [Heart Institute Surgical Services](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/st-joseph-heart-institute/heart-institute-surgical-services/): Cardiac Catheterization (angiography)
- [Pacemakers](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/st-joseph-heart-institute/heart-institute-surgical-services/pacemakers/): If this natural pacemaker is defective, the heart may beat too fast or too slowly, or the heart’s electrical pathways may be blocked. If that occurs, it may be necessary for artificial pacemakers to be inserted to regulate the heart.
- [Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/st-joseph-heart-institute/heart-institute-surgical-services/implantable-cardioverter-defibrillator-icd/): Implantable cardioverter defibrillators are devices that provide automatic electrical therapy on a chronic basis for patients with recurrent tachycardias or fibrillation.
- [Heart Valve Repair or Replacement/Open Heart Surgery](https://stjosephkc.com/our-services/st-joseph-heart-institute/heart-institute-surgical-services/heart-valve-repair-or-replacement-open-heart-surgery/): Heart Valve Repair or Replacement/Open Heart Surgery Surgical treatment for valvular disease is usually postponed until symptoms can no longer be adequately controlled with medications, but before irreversible heart muscle damage has occurred. In some cases, narrowing or leakage may be relieved by surgery that repairs the patient's own valve. In other patients, the valve may be so badly damaged that it must be replaced. There are several types of replacement valves available including a variety of tissue or mechanical valves. Your surgeon will discuss with you which type is most suitable for you. Depending on the type of valve used, the patient may be required to take blood thinners to prevent blood clots from forming on the new valve.

## Projects
- [sdsd](https://stjosephkc.com/project/sdsd/): Projects - sdsd
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## Events
- [Walk-In Wednesday Hiring Event August 26, 2026](https://stjosephkc.com/event/walk-in-wednesday-hiring-event-august-26-2026/): Join us Wednesday, August 26 from 10 AM to 2 PM for our in-person hiring event!