University Health KC

University Health KC University Health University Health is a not-for-profit, two acute-care hospital health system in Kansas City.

The UH Health System includes University Health Truman Medical Center, University Health Lakewood Medical Center, University Health Behavioral Health, the Jackson County Health Department and a number of primary care practices throughout Eastern Jackson County. UH is the primary teaching hospital for the University of Missouri-Kansas City Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry and Pharmacy and specializes in Chronic Disease Management, high risk pregnancies, orthopaedics, trauma services, and women’s health. For more information, please call (816) 404-3785 or visit at www.universityhealthkc.org or on Facebook.

12/30/2025

Looking for a new way to give back in the new year?
There’s a volunteer spot at UH that’s perfect for you! ⬇️

Board-certified dermatologist, Brittany Oliver, MD, is passionate about educating patients on how to best care for their...
12/29/2025

Board-certified dermatologist, Brittany Oliver, MD, is passionate about educating patients on how to best care for their skin.

In a medical specialty where physicians of color are extremely underrepresented, Dr. Oliver is proud to have trained under some of the country’s best dermatologists and pioneers in skin of color.

Dr. Oliver was recently recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor.

Her advice to anyone wanting to care for their skin: “Sunscreen, sunscreen, sunscreen! Sunscreen is a very safe, simple, and inexpensive way to keep your skin healthy and youthful for a long time.”

📲Call 816-307-6603 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Oliver. No referral necessary.

Cuteness X 3! 😻💙💛Every baby delivered is special, but don’t happen every day.Three sisters - Azarie, Aubriele, and Av...
12/24/2025

Cuteness X 3! 😻💙💛

Every baby delivered is special, but don’t happen every day.

Three sisters - Azarie, Aubriele, and Averie - arrived at UH on December 8. The girls and their mom, Alexandria, are all doing great.

After a short stay in our , the trio headed home this week, just in time for the holidays. 🎄🎁






12/22/2025

There’s a special group of Santas who volunteer their time visiting children with an illness or families that experience .
A UH Chaplain talked to the group, America, about grieving during the holidays.
Take a look at her practical steps: https://www.universityhealthkc.org/vital-kc/posts/santa/

We asked 30 doctors, nurses and pharmacists which one gift/gadget their children won’t find under the tree. The number o...
12/22/2025

We asked 30 doctors, nurses and pharmacists which one gift/gadget their children won’t find under the tree.

The number one answer, by far, is an electric bike/scooter. Check out what other items made the list.

https://tinyurl.com/53c9d59h

Our team members like to think outside the box! 📦🎄We’re wishing you a holiday season filled with good health, good chee...
12/19/2025

Our team members like to think outside the box! 📦🎄

We’re wishing you a holiday season filled with good health, good cheer, and plenty of reasons to smile!





In 2025, celebrates remarkable growth, inspiring patient success stories, and the return of some familiar four-legged f...
12/18/2025

In 2025, celebrates remarkable growth, inspiring patient success stories, and the return of some familiar four-legged friends.💙💛

From the ribbon-cutting at our new High-Risk Pregnancy & OBGYN Specialty Care Clinic to our series celebrating patients, University Health remains committed to delivering the highest-quality care to everyone we serve.

And there’s more to come in #2026!







#2025

12/17/2025

Anchor Caitlin Knute KSHB 41 News spoke to a Kansas City-area sports medicine doctor to better understand the recovery process ahead for Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes now that he has completed surgery to repair his torn ACL.

Read more: ⬇️

Joseph Domino, MD, is University Health KC's newest neurosurgeon. Many of the procedures he performs focus on relieving...
12/17/2025

Joseph Domino, MD, is University Health KC's newest neurosurgeon. Many of the procedures he performs focus on relieving back and neck pain.

“The goal of what we’re trying to do is to help you get better, and that may not always involve surgery,” Dr. Domino says. “We have other options to help keep your life moving forward.”

Ask your primary care provider to schedule an appointment with Dr. Domino.

12/16/2025

Sports Medicine Specialist, Meg Gibson, MD, spoke the words Chiefs fans had been waiting to hear since Patrick Mahomes’ injury: it IS possible to recover from an ACL injury. Thanks KSHB 41, FOX4 News Kansas City & KCTV5 News Kansas City for letting us share the good news.

12/10/2025

Eczema is a very common skin condition, especially among young people. And it can create a burden for families.

Pediatric Dermatologist Allison Swanson, MD offers tips on how to avoid eczema during the winter months. 

📲Call 816-307-0997 to schedule a dermatology appointment today.






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