The University of Kansas Health System: Comprehensive Medical Services and Regional Expansion

The University of Kansas Health System is the region’s healthcare leader and be part of a team that goes above and beyond for every person in every moment. With thousands of hours of training and the confidence to provide the right care, our clinicians have the expertise you need in convenient locations.

Overland Park Hospital Expansion

The University of Kansas Health System's newest hospital opens Monday in Overland Park at 107th Street and Nall Avenue following two years of construction. The new Overland Park hospital, completed at a cost of $100 million, features 34 private patient rooms and eight operating rooms. The structure connects to the existing Indian Creek surgical building, which was taken over by KU in 2012. This facility is KU’s only other in-patient facility in the metro area outside its massive 780-bed hospital in Kansas City, Kansas.

Size bestows certain advantages, and with more than $2.2 billion in operating revenue in 2017 and millions more in philanthropic gifts and pledges, the KU health system has the financial wherewithal to expand to meet growing demand.

Specialized Women's Oncology and Cancer Care

Many of the services offered will be connected to women’s oncology. Dr. Jamie Wagner, breast surgery division chief, says the facility fulfills a long-held dream. The three-story structure boasts an ambulatory clinic with a focus on women’s cancer services. This is a great entry point for patients now to come and see the entire team of specialists that they need to give them the integrated treatment plan that is tailored to their specific cancer.

Furthermore, it will also offer gynecological oncology services, a first for the health system in the Johnson and Jackson county areas. The facility will also offer genetic testing for mutations that could put patients at risk for specific types of cancers, including breast, ovarian, colorectal and gastric.

Regional Locations and Clinical Specialties

The University of Kansas Health System provides multiple locations to serve you and find care close to you. Below is a detailed list of specialized cancer center locations across the region:

• Kansas City Cancer Center – Blue Springs
• Kansas City Cancer Center – Butler
• Kansas City Cancer Center – Lee’s Summit
• Kansas City Cancer Center – Liberty
• Kansas City Cancer Center – Shawnee Mission
• Kansas City Cancer Center – Overland Park
• Kansas City Cancer Center – Kansas City – North

Beyond oncology, the system offers leading-edge care in various medical fields. Our expert teams specialize in Cardiovascular Care, Neurosciences, Orthopaedics, and Internal Medicine. From common infections to rare diseases, we have the experts and leading-edge care to meet your needs.

Patient Wellness and Seasonal Health Awareness

Respiratory illness season is here. If you haven’t gotten a flu shot, it’s still a great time to get one and protect yourself. An annual flu shot reduces your risk of contracting influenza and helps decrease the severity of illness if you do become sick with the flu.

Additionally, about 5% of US adults experience seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a kind of depression that has them feeling more fatigued and disinterested in things they typically enjoy. The free Resilience Toolbox from Turning Point has online resources to help combat insomnia, express emotions and cultivate optimism. Sleep problems are exceedingly common, especially this time of year, and sleep medicine specialist Saurav Luthra, MD, has tips for getting more and better sleep.