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University of Kansas Medical Center

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The University of Kansas Medical Center hospital, founded in 1906, has approximately 910 beds. It is nationally recognized with awards such as the Magnet designation for nursing excellence and high U.S. News & World Report rankings. Major specialties include cancer care, neurology, cardiology, and transplant services.

NPI Number : 1124104005

3901 Rainbow Blvd, Kansas City, KS 66160

+1 (913) 588-5000

www.kansashealthsystem.com

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Departments

Nutrition Clinic

Speech-Language Pathology Clinic

Driving and Mobility Services

JaySTART Clinic (Occupational, Physical & Speech Therapy)

Swim Program for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Appointment Information

Department	Online Appointment	Phone Scheduling	Walk-in Availability	Same-day Appointment
Counseling & Educational Support Services	Available (online portal)	913-588-6580	Yes (G116 Student Center during office hours)	Limited, check online for availability
Student Health Services	Available (online KUMC Student Health Account)	913-588-1941	Not specified	Not specified
University Health System - General Medical Care	MyChart online scheduling	1-833-463-9362	Urgent care and ER only	Urgent care and ER only

Visiting Hours

Department	Online Patient Visitation Options	Scheduling by Phone	Walk-in Patient Visits	Same-day Patient Visitation Options	General Visiting Hours
Labor & Delivery (New Life Center)	Not specified; virtual/Zoom/email may be available for research or business purposes	Visitor registration can be coordinated; contact required for formal affiliates or special cases	Walk-in with designated visitor limit; must follow age and support person rules	Case-by-case exceptions for unique circumstances (e.g., labor, end-of-life)	5:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Inpatient Units	Not specified; virtual options limited to business or research visits	Visitor registration required for access to restricted areas; phone assistance for special cases	Walk-in visits permitted, up to 2 visitors at a time	Potential for same-day visits depending on capacity and circumstances	5:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Post-Partum	Not specified; virtual options not detailed	Phone contact possible for scheduling or exceptions	Walk-in allowed, up to 4 visitors at a time; children/siblings allowed for short visits with adult	Same-day possible by walk-in, within capacity	5:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Surgery/Procedural	Not specified	Phone support for registration or information	Walk-in allowed, up to 2 visitors per patient during/after procedure	Case-by-case exception for same-day needs	5:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Spiritual/Clergy Visits	Not specified	May be scheduled via phone or upon patient request	Walk-in permitted if approved by patient/parish	Same-day visits allowed upon patient request	5:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Important Doctors

University of Kansas Medical Center Information

Management and Leadership Team

Department	Name	Title	Area of Expertise / Responsibility
Administration	Steve Stites, M.D.	Executive Vice Chancellor	Oversees all Medical Center operations, strategic initiatives, leadership coordination
Research	Matthias Salathe, M.D.	Chief Research Officer	Leads research strategy and innovation
School of Medicine	Akinlolu Ojo, M.D., Ph.D., M.B.A., MPH	Executive Dean	Leads School of Medicine operations, education and faculty
School of Nursing	Jean Foret Giddens, Ph.D., RN, FAAN, ANEF	Dean	Oversees School of Nursing, academic programs and faculty
School of Health Professions	Abiodun Akinwuntan, Ph.D., MPH, MBA, MIH	Dean	Directs School of Health Professions, program development and administration
Academic Affairs	Barbara Bichelmeyer, Ph.D.	Chief Academic Officer	Academic strategy, curricular oversight, faculty development
Finance	Jeff DeWitt	Chief Financial Officer	Financial management, budgeting, fiscal strategy
Legal Affairs	Kimberly Gibbens, J.D.	Deputy General Counsel	Legal compliance, institutional risk management
Executive Administration	Debra Brogden	Executive Officer, Office of the Executive Vice Chancellor	Executive administration and support to Vice Chancellor
Executive Administration	Ty Baker	Executive Assistant, Office of the Executive Vice Chancellor	Executive support and administrative coordination
Simulation/Experiential Learning	Emily Diederich, M.D.	Director, Zamierowski Institute for Experiential Learning; Assistant Vice Chancellor for Simulation	Simulation-based education, clinical skills training
Stem Cell Therapy	Sunil Abhyankar, M.D.	Director, Midwest Stem Cell Therapy Center	Stem cell research and therapy programs
Medical Education	Giulia A. Bonaminio, Ph.D.	Senior Associate Dean for Medical Education	Curriculum development and educational quality in School of Medicine
Faculty Affairs	Dianne Durham, Ph.D.	Senior Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Faculty Development	Faculty recruitment, retention, development
Finance (School of Medicine)	Hinano Gray, M.B.A.	Senior Associate Dean for Finance	Financial planning and fiscal operations for School of Medicine
Salina Campus (School of Medicine)	Tyler Hughes, Sr., M.D.	Dean	Leadership and operations of Salina Campus
Wichita Campus (School of Medicine)	Garold Minns, M.D.	Dean	Leadership and operations of Wichita Campus
Strategic Operations & Quality Improvement	Jenni Mandala	Director of Strategic Operations and Continuous Quality Improvement	Strategic initiatives, quality assurance processes
Student Affairs	Mark Meyer, M.D.	Senior Associate Dean for Student Affairs	Student support, well-being, and academic success
Graduate Medical Education	Jeffrey Norvell, M.D., MBA	Senior Associate Dean for Graduate Medical Education	Oversight of residency and fellowship programs
Research (School of Medicine)	Peter G. Smith, Ph.D.	Senior Associate Dean for Research	Basic and clinical research leadership in School of Medicine
Clinical Affairs	Steven Stites, M.D.	Vice Chancellor for Clinical Affairs	Clinical enterprise strategy and quality oversight

Average Salary

Department	Common Procedures/Consultations	Average Fee Range (USD)	Pricing Variations	Financial Assistance/Insurance
Cardiology	Consultation, Echocardiogram, Stress Test, Cardiac Catheterization, Stent Placement	Consultation: $200-400 Echocardiogram: $1,200-2,500 Stress Test: $1,000-1,800 Cardiac Cath: $6,000-12,000 Stent: $15,000-30,000	Increases with imaging, advanced intervention, multiple specialists, overnight monitoring	Payment plans, insurance accepted, financial assistance available, sliding scale possible
Neurology	Consultation, EEG, MRI Brain, Lumbar Puncture, EMG/Nerve Conduction Study	Consultation: $200-400 EEG: $600-1,200 MRI: $2,000-5,000 Lumbar Puncture: $1,200-2,000 EMG: $1,000-2,000	Higher for complex imaging, consults with multiple specialists, inpatient admissions	Insurance accepted, financial assistance and payment plans available
Oncology	Consultation, Chemotherapy Infusion, Radiation Therapy, Biopsy, Tumor Resection	Consultation: $250-500 Chemo (per session): $2,000-6,000 Radiation (per course): $12,000-40,000 Biopsy: $1,500-5,000 Surgery: $20,000-60,000	Varies by cancer type, drug regimens, surgery complexity, inpatient vs. outpatient care	Insurance accepted, financial assistance, charity care possible, payment plans offered
Orthopedics	Consultation, X-Ray, Joint Injection, Arthroscopy, Joint Replacement	Consultation: $200-350 X-Ray: $300-800 Injection: $500-1,250 Arthroscopy: $6,000-12,000 Joint Replacement: $30,000-65,000	Costs increase with implants, surgical complexity, therapy, extended hospital stay	Payment plans, financial assistance, insurance options, self-pay discounts
Outpatient Services	Routine Consult, Annual Exam, Laboratory Work, Vaccination, Minor Procedure	Consult: $150-300 Lab: $50-500 Vaccination: $40-200 Minor Procedure: $400-1,000	Depends on test complexity, procedure duration, specialist involvement	Insurance accepted, financial aid, payment plans, sliding scale fee

Support Programs for Patients

Department/Program	Services Provided	Eligibility/Criterion
JayDoc Free Clinic	Free primary and specialty medical care for underserved and low-income patients; clinical referrals	Open to uninsured and underinsured individuals in the Greater Kansas City area
Community Assistance Resources	Cash and food assistance, child care services, energy assistance, child support, rehabilitation services	Income-based, must meet qualifying guidelines
Financial Assistance Program	Reduced or waived medical costs for emergency or medically necessary care	Proof of income/assets; generally for those at or below 200% of Federal Poverty Guidelines; documentation required
Social Support Services	Referrals to housing, food, and crisis assistance; application help for aid programs; care navigation	Case-by-case basis; prioritized for low-income or vulnerable patients
In-Home Care Coordination	Assistance with arranging home health, physical/occupational therapy, medical equipment	Patients requiring long-term recovery or management; determined by provider referral
Palliative Care	Specialized care for patients with serious illness, including pain management, symptom support, counseling	Patients with chronic, life-limiting illnesses; referral from medical staff
Adult Day Care/Day Center Referrals	Connections to local adult day care centers and supportive day services for medical or cognitive needs	Primarily seniors or adults with disabilities; eligibility based on need and financial status
Disability Health Resources	Free or low-cost healthcare, dental, and accessibility/disability support services	Low-income patients with disabilities; screening required
Emergency Aid Network	Access to emergency funds, urgent medical supplies and basic needs	Application required; review of financial situation and urgency

Payment Plans

Payment Plan Option	Details	Interest/Fees	Enrollment Method
Monthly Installment Plan (Nelnet)	Divides high-cost procedures into monthly payments, term-by-term. Applicable to tuition, campus fees, housing, and more.	Interest-free; 3% convenience fee for online credit/debit card payments (starting May 5, 2025).	Enroll via TouchNet or Enroll & Pay portal
TouchNet Payment Plan	Schedule and budget payments over several months for large balances.	Interest-free	Self-service via TouchNet system
Custom Payment Plans (By Request)	Flexible installment structures; patients can call for personalized payment arrangements for hospital or physician bills.	Not specified; may vary by plan	Contact hospital billing office to establish plan

Cost Consulting

Department	Service Provided	Financial Counseling	Guidance on Treatment Costs	Available Financial Support Options	How to Access
Financial Counseling Center	In-person and phone financial counseling for hospital care	Assists with financial aid applications; provides guidance on eligibility for assistance programs	Explains hospital care costs, eligibility for uninsured and discounted rates, and payment policies	Financial assistance based on residency, income, family size, emergency aid, and medically necessary care; discounts for uninsured	Visit Financial Counseling Center, call 816.404.3000, or request application by mail; English and Spanish online applications available
Emergency Aid Network	Emergency fund guidance and direct aid	Guides patients on accessing emergency financial help for medical bills	Helps estimate out-of-pocket expenses and connect to support resources before care	KU emergency grants, community cash assistance, energy and child care support, rehabilitation services	Browse emergency funds list or contact Emergency Aid Network via KU website
Financial Aid & Scholarships Office	Financial aid and scholarship counseling	Provides FAFSA assistance and one-on-one financial coaching	Explains educational expenses and personal finance options	Federal and state aid, scholarships, student loans, budgeting and debt management workshops	Contact office directly or attend Jayhawk Finances workshops
Tax Assistance Program	Free tax preparation	Personalized help with federal and state tax returns for low-income individuals	N/A	Free tax prep for those making less than $56,000/year, not itemizing deductions	Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program during spring term
Jaydoc Free Clinic Community Assistance	Community assistance referrals	Referral to state and local financial support programs	Provides resource lists and connects patients to support before/during care	Cash aid, food, energy, child care, child support, rehab services	Clinic resource list and social work referrals

Hospital for patients with disabilities or special needs

Department	Physical Accessibility	Assistive Devices	Communication Aids	Priority Services	Staff Training for Inclusive Care
Academic Accommodation Services	Accessible facilities and adjustments made as needed for individuals with disabilities	Provision of assistive devices or equipment where reasonable	Readers, sign language interpreters, auxiliary aides, alternative texts	Individualized support and reasonable academic adjustments, para-transit for mobility impairments	Collaboration with faculty and interactive process for inclusivity; compliance with ADA and Section 504
Writing Center	Accessible locations for appointments	Support for use of personal assistive technology	Communication support in line with ADA requirements	Services available to all registered students and residents with disabilities	Staff trained to address disability-related needs in compliance with federal law
Human Resources	Modification of work areas or job responsibilities as needed	Provision of equipment and workspace adjustments	Provision of interpreters or readers if needed	Case-by-case reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants	Staff handle accommodation requests per ADA guidelines
Student Services	Campus para-transit for those not able to use standard transport	Coordination of auxiliary aides	Alternative format texts available	Interactive process for determination and provision of accommodations	Access specialists discuss and implement accommodations tailored to individual needs

Digital Health Services

Department	Digital Health Service	Description	Accessibility & Patient Support
Center for Telemedicine & Telehealth	Telemedicine Consultations	Video-based clinical consultations for numerous specialties across hundreds of sites in Kansas and beyond.	Eliminates distance barriers, provides care to rural and underserved communities, supports ongoing follow-up.
Center for Telemedicine & Telehealth	TeleKidcare	School-based telemedicine program offering healthcare access to elementary students.	Supports remote pediatric care and early intervention within school settings.
Center for Telemedicine & Telehealth	Tele-oncology Services	Remote oncology consultations and monitoring for cancer patients.	Enables ongoing specialist access and follow-up for patients in remote locations.
Center for Telemedicine & Telehealth	KUMC Project ECHO	Virtual collaborative platform for medical education and case-based learning for providers statewide.	Expands provider knowledge, improves patient care through specialist guidance, enhances rural provider support.
Health System - All Departments	Online Consultation Platforms	Online appointment scheduling, secure video and messaging consultations.	Streamlines patient-provider communication, improves accessibility for ongoing care and routine follow-up.
Digital Health Co/Lab	Digital Therapeutics & Diagnostics	AI-powered digital tools for diagnosis, treatment support, and patient monitoring.	Improves care quality, supports personalized medicine, enables early detection and proactive interventions.
Perioperative & Procedural Services	Epic-linked Digital Tools (iQueue integration)	Integrated decision-support and scheduling optimization software linked to Epic EHR.	Enhances operational efficiency, optimizes resource use, improves access to surgical services.
Health System - All Departments	Patient Portal (via Epic EHR)	Secure online access to health records, appointment management, test results, and communication with care teams.	Empowers patients to manage health, access results, message providers, and schedule care remotely.
Digital Health Co/Lab / Research	Remote Monitoring Tools & Wearables	Collaboration with Garmin for monitoring conditions via wearable devices (e.g., sleep apnea, atrial fibrillation).	Enables continuous remote patient monitoring, supports early intervention, enhances chronic disease management.

Collaborations / Educational Programs

Department	Program Components	Clinical Rotations/Clerkships	Classes & Seminars	Practical Training
Family Medicine	Doctor of Medicine (MD), outreach opportunities	Family Medicine Clerkship, Rural Preceptorship	FAPR 955, FAPR 900	Patient care, clinical skills in community and rural settings
Gynecology/Obstetrics	Doctor of Medicine (MD)	Obstetrics/Gynecology Clerkship	GYNO 900	Direct patient care, women´s health focus
Internal Medicine	Doctor of Medicine (MD)	Internal Medicine Clerkship	MED 900	Inpatient and outpatient care, diagnostic skills
Neurology	Doctor of Medicine (MD)	Neurology Clerkship	NEUR 900	Neurological examination, patient rounds
Pediatrics	Doctor of Medicine (MD)	Pediatrics Clerkship	PED 900	Pediatric evaluations, clinical care of children
Psychiatry	Doctor of Medicine (MD)	Psychiatry Clerkship	PYCH 955	Mental health assessment, counseling techniques
Surgery	Doctor of Medicine (MD)	Surgery Clerkship	SURG 900	Operating room training, perioperative patient care
Outreach/Rural Medicine	Doctor of Medicine (MD), Clinical Electives for internationals	Electives in rural & telemedicine, Rural Preceptorship	Varied by elective	Clinical rotations across Kansas, telehealth practice
Biomedical Sciences	Graduate programs (MS, PhD)	N/A	Various foundational and advanced courses	Laboratory research, thesis/dissertation work
Biostatistics/Public Health	Graduate programs (MS, MPH)	N/A	Health policy, management, biostatistics courses	Data analysis, public health projects, seminars
Clinical Research	Graduate programs (MS, PhD)	N/A	Clinical research methodology courses	Research practicums, seminars
General Medical Education	MD pipeline and student engagement programs, electives	All required clerkships and electives	ICM 900 (Issues in Clinical Medicine), seminars	Clinical skills training, simulation, patient care

Collaborative Research Projects

Department	Collaborative Research Project	Details (Clinical Trials / Treatments / Devices / Impact)
Behavioral Health	CBT4CBT (Computer Based Training for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)	Collaborative trial with rural community mental health centers assessing digital CBT´s effectiveness for treating Substance Use Disorders; aims to increase access in rural Kansas and provide training/experience for professionals in digital therapeutics.
Cancer Genetics	GRACIAS (Genomic Risk Assessment for Cancer Implementation and Sustainment)	Project on genetic risk assessment for breast cancer in Latin America; develops implementation protocols for risk assessment and prevention interventions, impacting early detection and professional genomic training.
Cardiology	vCCC (Virtual Collaborative Care Clinic)	Ongoing trial evaluating remote hypertension management for patients 65+ using telemonitoring devices and pharmacist-led dashboards; enhances multidisciplinary collaboration and skills in digital health integration.
Implementation Science	Implementation Impact Research Collaborative	Provides cross-department consultations to amplify research through implementation science, increasing the real-world impact of studies and fostering research skills among faculty and trainees.
Oncology/Pathology	TEAMSPORT (Multi-TEAM Systems Framework Precision Oncology Reflex Testing)	Quasi-experimental study of team-based implementation for pathologist-initiated genomic testing in oncology, improving precision medicine approaches and interprofessional collaboration.
Plastic, Burn, and Wound Surgery	Multi-departmental Basic and Clinical Research	Residents and faculty collaborate on basic science, outcomes, and clinical trials with other KU departments; research includes medical device development, wound healing, and quality improvement, with protected time and national/regional dissemination opportunities for healthcare professionals.
Population Health	RHYTHM-B (Remote Hypertension Tracking Help and Management to Reduce Disparities in Black Patients)	Large-scale study comparing electronic-based versus traditional hypertension care for Black patients across 18 healthcare systems, aiming to reduce disparities and advance team-based care skills.

Professional Development Programs

Department	Affiliated Professional Organization	Professional Development Programs
Cardiology	KU Medical Center Alumni Association merged with KU Alumni Association	Alumni networking, continuing education events, mentorship programs
Medical Education	Association for Hospital Medical Education	Workshops, conferences, faculty development sessions
General Medicine	KU Medical Center Continuing Education & Professional Development (affiliation with KU Area Health Education Center)	Continuing medical education, live and virtual courses, certification programs
Population Health	Environmental Finance Center, Kansas Association of Counties, Kansas Department of Health	Community health workshops, public health seminars, interdisciplinary collaboration events

Certification and Accreditation Programs

Department	Certification Program	Accreditation/Certifying Body
Cardiovascular Sonography	Cardiovascular Sonography Certificate	Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
Diagnostic Ultrasound/Vascular Technology	Diagnostic Ultrasound/Vascular Technology Certificate	Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
Dietetics	Dietetic Internship Certificate	Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)
Dietetics and Integrative Medicine	Dietetics and Integrative Medicine Certificate	Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)
Nuclear Medicine Technology	Nuclear Medicine Technology Certificate	Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology (JRCNMT)
Nursing	Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Certificate	Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and/or Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
Nursing	Health Systems Leadership Certificate	Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and/or Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
Nursing	Adult/Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) Certificate	Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and/or Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
Health Informatics	Health Informatics Certificate	Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM)

Internship and Observation Programs

Department	Opportunity	Eligible Participants	Location	Timeframe	Contact/Details
Breast Cancer Research	Breast Cancer Research Experience Program	High school and undergraduate students (16+ years)	KUMC – Westwood, KS (in-person only)	Jan-May (UG only), Jun-Jul, Aug-Dec (UG only)	Joshua Staley, jstaley2@kumc.edu
General Medical Research	KEE Research and Observation Experiences	Students (16+ years)	KUMC – Kansas City, Wichita, Salina campuses	Year round	-
Cancer Center/Masonic Cancer Alliance	Masonic Cancer Alliance Summer Internship	Undergraduate & graduate college students	KUMC Masonic Cancer Alliance, Kansas City, KS	Application in March (summer internship)	-
Clinical/Allied Health	University of Kansas Health System Shadow Experience	Students (16+ years)	The University of Kansas Health System	Year round	-
Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences	Clinical Psychology Internship Program	Ph.D./Psy.D. students (see requirements)	KUMC Department of Psychiatry	-	Apply through APPIC / AAPI Online
Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences	Telemedicine/Telehealth Internship (Underserved Populations Track)	Psychology interns	KUMC Center for Telemedicine & Telehealth	-	-
Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences	Telemedicine Provider Shadowing (Child Psychiatry, Adult/Pediatric/Geriatric Psychology, Autism, Feeding, Psycho-oncology)	Telemedicine interns	KUMC Center for Telemedicine & Telehealth	-	-

Hospital Academic Awards and Achievements

Department	Award Name	Description
School of Medicine	Ruth Bohan Teaching Professorship	Awarded annually for outstanding teaching excellence.
School of Medicine	Executive Dean Distinguished Mentoring Awards	Annually honors faculty for exceptional mentoring.
School of Medicine	Rainbow Award	Recognizes contributions to the School of Medicine community.
Faculty Affairs	Faculty Research Investigator Award	Honors significant research accomplishments by faculty.
General Medical Center	University Research Awards	Celebrates the most outstanding researchers across KU campuses.
KU Cancer Center	National Cancer Institute Comprehensive Status	Highest level of NCI recognition for cancer centers.
School of Medicine - Wichita	Janney Family Award	Awarded to a 4th year student excelling in physical diagnosis.
School of Medicine - Wichita	KAFP-Hostetter Award	For students who promote family medicine values.
Internal Medicine	Gerald R. Kerby, M.D. Award	Given to a senior excelling in internal medicine knowledge and practice.
Latino Minority Medical Student Association	LMMSA Award	Presented to a student involved in the Kansas Chapter and Hispanic community.
General Medicine	Loveland Scholar Fund	Recognizes professionalism, commitment to excellent care, and leadership.
Radiology	Norman L. Martin Award	Presented to a senior selecting radiology for excellence in diagnostic radiology.
Internal Medicine - Wichita	Roscoe Falls Morton, M.D., F.A.C.P., Memorial Fund Award	For superior academic and clinical performance in internal medicine.
School of Medicine	OCED Personal Perseverance Award	Given to a senior student for overcoming obstacles and perseverance.
General Medical Center	Joy McCann Professorship	Prestigious, funded professorship awarded to distinguished faculty.

Hospital Specialization and Expertise Opportunit

Department	Residency/Fellowship Program
Anesthesiology	Residency & Fellowship
Dermatology	Residency
Emergency Medicine	Residency
Family Medicine	Residency
General Surgery	Residency & Fellowship
Internal Medicine	Residency & Fellowships (multiple subspecialties)
Infectious Disease	Fellowship
Neurology	Residency & Fellowship
Neurosurgery	Residency & Fellowship
Obstetrics & Gynecology	Residency & Fellowship
Pediatrics	Residency & Fellowship
Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine	Fellowship
Radiation Oncology	Residency
Radiology	Residency & Fellowship
Pathology	Residency & Fellowship
Ophthalmology	Residency
Otolaryngology	Residency & Fellowship
Orthopedic Surgery	Residency
Psychiatry	Residency & Fellowship
Pulmonary Disease	Fellowship
Rheumatology	Fellowship
Urology	Residency
Vascular Surgery	Residency & Fellowship

Hospital Residency and Assistantship Programs

Department	Program Type
Anesthesiology	Residency, Fellowship
Emergency Medicine	Residency
Family Medicine	Residency
Neurology	Residency, Fellowship
Neurosurgery	Residency, Fellowship
Cardiology	Fellowship
Pediatrics	Residency, Fellowship
Pathology	Residency, Fellowship
Ophthalmology	Residency, Fellowship
Orthopedic Surgery	Residency, Fellowship
Otolaryngology	Residency, Fellowship
Psychiatry	Residency, Fellowship
Internal Medicine	Residency, Fellowship
Obstetrics & Gynecology	Residency, Fellowship
Radiology	Residency, Fellowship
Surgery (General and Subspecialties)	Residency, Fellowship
Urology	Residency, Fellowship
Plastic Surgery	Residency, Fellowship
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation	Residency, Fellowship
Allergy & Immunology	Fellowship
Endocrinology	Fellowship
Infectious Disease	Fellowship
Pulmonary/Critical Care	Fellowship
Rheumatology	Fellowship
Gastroenterology	Fellowship
Geriatric Medicine	Fellowship
Hematology/Oncology	Fellowship
Nephrology	Fellowship
Maternal-Fetal Medicine	Fellowship
Medical Genetics	Residency, Fellowship

What are the activities of the hospital for patients without insurance?

Department / Service	Service/Support Option	Details	Eligibility	Guidance for Alternative Insurance
JayDoc Free Clinic	Non-emergency urgent and preventative care	Student-run clinic provides care for uninsured and underinsured adults (excludes children and pregnant women).	Uninsured adults in Greater Kansas City	N/A
JayDoc Community Clinic	Medical care for uninsured	Services for uninsured individuals (excludes children and pregnant women).	Uninsured adults, not children or pregnant women	N/A
Financial Assistance (KU Health System)	Financial assistance for medical bills	Patients may qualify for financial assistance for hospital bills after eligibility screening.	Low income, uninsured, must meet eligibility criteria	N/A
Financial Counseling (Great Bend Campus)	Free assistance enrolling for medical coverage	Elevate assists uninsured patients in securing medical coverage at no cost to the patient.	Uninsured patients	Free guidance and application assistance for health insurance
Billing Department	Payment plans	Payment arrangements can be made prior to the date of service for patient responsibility balances.	Any patient with outstanding balance	N/A
Emergency Department	Emergency care guarantees	No patient is turned away for lack of insurance; emergency care provided regardless of ability to pay.	All patients	N/A
Billing / Financial Services	Discounted services/Charity care	Uninsured patients will not be charged more than amounts generally billed to insured patients; eligible for sliding-scale or charity adjustments.	Income = 300% Federal Poverty Guidelines, denied for public assistance, uninsured	N/A
Financial Assistance Policy	Charity care and balance write-off	After public assistance denial, a percentage of the balance is written off as charity, with the rest on a payment plan.	Must be denied public assistance first; income requirements apply	N/A

Hospital Research Collaborations

Department	Partner Institution/Lab	Affiliated University/Research Center	Collaboration Description
Clinical and Translational Science	Frontiers: The Heartland Institute for Clinical and Translational Research	University of Kansas Medical Center	Network of scientists across Kansas and Kansas City region; focuses on speeding the translation of lab discoveries into patient treatments; community health engagement; training of researchers; funded through NIH CTSA program
Innovation & Medical Advancement	Institute for Advancing Medical Innovation (IAMI)	University of Kansas & Frontiers Institute	Works with Frontiers to accelerate laboratory-to-patient therapies; partnership with Leukemia & Lymphoma Society; promotes resource sharing among scientists and clinicians
Radiation Oncology	IBA Group	University of Kansas Medical Center	Research collaboration to advance preclinical research in FLASH radiotherapy; synergy of expertise to further clinical translation of cutting-edge radiation technology
Community Health Research	All of Us Research Program	University of Kansas Medical Center	Regional partnership to drive health research in local communities; part of nationwide research cohort programs

Mentoring and Consultancy in Hospital Education

Department	Mentorship/Advisory Program	Structured Mentorship for Trainees/Graduates
School of Medicine (Faculty Affairs & Development)	Cross-departmental mentoring pairs for growth and development Each faculty member can identify at least one senior mentor outside their department Team-based mentoring approach Mentoring relationships typically last two years, with option to change mentor after one year Faculty matched using interests, BFI test, and affinity groups Pairs expected to meet at least twice a year	Open to new and current faculty as mentees or mentors Structured matching process for mentors and mentees Email introduction initiates partnership Ongoing support and option for relationship updates
Department of Surgery	Primary mentor assigned within department to each new faculty Two or more secondary mentors (may be from other departments) Specific research or clinical mentors assigned based on interests Mentoring committee meets at least twice a year Formal End-of-First-Year and mid-cycle reviews	Mentors assigned on onboarding for new surgery faculty Committee-guided development with documented meetings Encouragement for junior faculty to engage with societies, present research, peer-network
KU PREP Program	Mentors: KU or KUMC-affiliated faculty Guidance on independent research projects Applicants identify four potential mentors, coordinator assists with final matching	For PREP scholars (trainees/recent graduates) Structured matching with faculty in relevant research departments Coordinator support in mentor selection
IRACDA Postdoctoral Training	Mentorship central to the program Scholars paired with mentors for research and teaching development	Structured mentor assignment for postdoctoral scholars Mentor supports both research and teaching roles
BMT Mentorship	One-to-one mentoring for patients and caregivers Small group sharing in educational classes Mentorship during outpatient clinic rounding	Available for patients and caregivers undergoing stem cell transplant Support and advisory during treatment and recovery

University of Kansas Medical Center Nearest Places

Hotels

0.1 miles

8.8

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kansas City KU Medical Center by IHG

Free breakfast, Free parking, Fitness Center, Business Center, High-speed internet, Non-smoking, 50-inch HDTV, Recently renovated

0.3 miles

8.6

Home2 Suites by Hilton Kansas City KU Medical Center

Suites, Free breakfast, Free WiFi, Indoor pool, Fitness Center, Pet-friendly, Kitchenette

0.7 miles

8.1

Baymont by Wyndham Kansas City KU Medical Center

Free breakfast, Free WiFi, Free parking, Fitness Center, Pet-friendly

1.0 miles

8.5

Springhill Suites Kansas City Plaza

Free breakfast, Suites, Indoor pool, Free WiFi, Fitness Center, Business Center

1.5 miles

8.6

Kansas City Marriott Country Club Plaza

Restaurant, Bar, Indoor pool, Free WiFi, Fitness Center, Meeting Rooms

1.2 miles

8.6

The Fontaine

Luxury, Rooftop pool, Restaurant, Bar, Fitness Center, Free WiFi

Florists and Gift Shops

0.3 km

4.7

Fiddly Fig

Local florist, fresh flowers, delivery, custom arrangements

0.7 km

4.8

The Little Flower Shop

Fresh floral arrangements, events, weddings, parties, delivery

0.8 km

4.9

Bramble & Stem

Florist, same day delivery, custom bouquets

0.9 km

4.6

Russell Florist & Gifts

Gift shop, flower delivery, hospital delivery, custom gifts

1.0 km

4.7

Toblers Flowers

Florist, same-day delivery, custom arrangements, gifts

1.0 km

4.5

Poppies by Polly

Florist, creative bouquets, gift baskets, local delivery

Food and Restaurant

0.15 km

4.4

Jazz, A Louisiana Kitchen

Cajun, Creole, American

0.22 km

4.6

KC Smoke Burger

Burgers, Mediterranean, Sandwiches

0.75 km

4.8

Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Westwood

Sushi, Japanese

0.20 km

4.6

Room 39

Farm-to-Table, American, Breakfast, Brunch

0.12 km

4.3

Tanner’s Bar & Grill

American, Grill, Bar

0.60 km

4.5

Friends Sushi & Bento Place

Sushi, Japanese

Pharmacies

0.6 km

4.6

The University of Kansas Hospital Outpatient Pharmacy - Westwood

Prescription fills and transfers, medication counseling, accepts electronic and faxed prescriptions, works with most insurance plans

0.85 km

4.5

University Health Pharmacy

Specialty pharmacy services, high-cost medication access (e.g., hepatitis C, HIV), support for medication orders and refills

0.9 km

4.3

Walgreens Pharmacy at University Health Lakewood Medical Center

Retail pharmacy, prescription fills, insurance processing, Monday-Friday extended hours

0.98 km

4.4

Watkins Health Services Pharmacy

Prescription fills and transfers, accepts electronic and faxed prescriptions, works with most insurance plans, supports student health services

0.7 km

4.2

CVS Pharmacy (West 39th Ave)

Retail pharmacy, prescription fills, immunizations, convenience products

0.95 km

4.1

Hy-Vee Pharmacy (State Line Rd)

Retail pharmacy, prescription fills, medication counseling, immunizations

Taxi and Transportation

0 km

4.6

Uber Taxi

On-demand taxi and rideshare services via mobile app

0.4 km

4.1

10/10 Taxi

24/7 taxi service, airport transfers, local rides

0.9 km

4.9

KC Global Transportation

Executive car, airport shuttle, limousine service

0 km

4.5

Lyft

On-demand rideshare, scheduled pick-ups

0.9 km

GTS (Ground Transportation Services)

Taxi, van services, group transportation

0.8 km

4.2

Kansas City Taxi Service

Local and airport taxi, 24/7 operations

ATMs and Banks

0 km

4.2

Commerce Bank ATM at KU Med Center

24-hour ATM, cash withdrawal, deposit, account inquiry, fund transfers, Commerce Bank clients and most major card networks supported

0.2 mi

3.8

Commerce Bank Branch & ATM

Branch services, full-service ATM, checking and savings accounts, credit cards, drive-thru banking

0.5 mi

3.7

Commerce Bank Branch & ATM

Branch services, ATM, checking/savings, drive-thru, home equity lending

0.6 mi

U.S. Bank ATM

ATM services, check balances, cash withdrawal, deposit, account transfers, payments, PIN reset

0.9 mi

3.9

UMB Bank ATM

ATM, balance check, cash withdrawal, UMB Bank supported

0.95 mi

4.1

QuikTrip ATM - UMB Bank

ATM service, cash withdrawal, balance inquiry, UMB Bank network

Parking Lots

0.1 km

4.4

P5 Garage - University of Kansas Medical Center

2,200 vehicle capacity, accessible parking, proximity to hospital and School of Medicine, Green Garage Certified, permit and hourly parking

0.2 km

4.2

Cambridge Parking Facility

Visitor parking, secure entry, accessible parking, short walking distance to hospital

0.6 km

Olathe Parking Garage

Public parking, permit parking, secure access, covered parking available

Shopping Malls

0.8 km

4.6

Crown Center

Eclectic shops, restaurants, SEA LIFE Aquarium, live theater, family-friendly attractions

1.0 km

4.7

Country Club Plaza

Upscale retailers, restaurants, art galleries, entertainment

1.0 km

4.5

Westport Shopping District

Boutiques, bars, restaurants, live music venues

Stationery and Copying Services

0.5 km

4.4

Jayhawk Ink

Full-service print shop offering resumes, design portfolios, personalized stationery, engraving, posters, flyers, brochures, postcards, and booklets

0.6 km

4.2

KU Bookstore Printing (Jayhawk Ink POD)

Professional printing, personalized stationery, engraving, resumes, design portfolios, affordable print projects, campus and student organization orders

0.2 km

4.6

KUMC Large Format Printing

Large format poster printing (paper and fabric), accepts PowerPoint, PDF, PNG files, serves KUMC and public with different pricing

Car Rental

0.4 km

4.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Economy, Compact, Midsize, SUV, Pickup

0.9 km

4.1

Avis Car Rental

Compact, Midsize Pickup, Full-Size SUV

0.8 km

Hertz Car Rental

Economy, Standard, SUV

Patient Experiences

✅ Summary of Positive Reviews

The University of Kansas Medical Center is praised for its exceptional service across various departments, including urgent care, ER, and primary care. Patients consistently highlighted the friendly and attentive staff, from thoughtful nurses to dedicated doctors, who make an effort to ensure efficient care. In particular, the developmental pediatrician at the chiropractor development center and the ICU nurses received accolades for their caring approach and focus on patient well-being. Overall, the reviews reflect a strong sense of gratitude and satisfaction with the quality of medical attention provided.

❌ Summary of Negative Reviews

Some reviews expressed dissatisfaction with the communication and administrative processes at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Issues included challenges navigating the bureaucratic system and unresolved billing matters, which escalated into distressing experiences with collection agencies. Additionally, frustration was voiced regarding specific interactions with certain medical teams, such as a perceived lack of competence and bedside manner in the neurology department. These concerns highlight areas where administrative and professional improvement could enhance overall patient experience.

Working Hours

Emergency Department

Open 24/7

Outpatient Services

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Diagnostic Testing

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Laboratory Services

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Department Phones

Department	Phone
Academic and Student Affairs	913-588-4698
Directory Assistance and Information	913-588-5000
Emergency Room	913-588-6500
Emergency Repair Service (Facilities Management)	913-588-7928
Employment Benefits	913-588-5087
Employment Verification	913-588-5086
Find a Doctor/Physician Referral	913-588-1227
Hospital Executive Office	913-588-1270
Human Resources	913-588-5080
Lost and Found (Hospital)	913-588-1234
Lost and Found (University)	913-588-7166
Media Hotline	913-588-5246
Patient Admitting	913-588-5804
Patient Information (Hospital Information Desk, patient room numbers)	913-588-5800
Registrar´s Office	913-588-7055
University Police	913-588-5030

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