High Honors for Quality Stroke and Cardiac Care
North Kansas City Hospital and Meritas Health have received six awards — surpassing previous years — from the American Heart Association.
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High Honors for Quality Stroke and Cardiac Care
PT and Sports Medicine: Now in Three Locations
Northland residents can receive physical, occupational and speech therapy services at our new Creekwood location, in addition to our NKCH and North Oak locations.
NKCH Named a Best Hospital
In U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals 2022-2023 rankings and ratings, NKCH received a Best Regional Hospital designation.
Relief With Warm H2O
After having balance issues and pain in her extremities following breast cancer, Kimberly Kennedy has found relief in the NKCH Warm Water Class.
Building on a Culture of Giving
Sixty-four years ago, the idea for a community hospital began with a grassroots effort and a two-day chili event that raised $1,000. Now, as our organization looks to the future, we are excited to spark that community spirit once again.
Sleep Hygiene for a Good Night's Rest
NKCH Diagnostic Sleep Center Medical Director Scott Shorten, MD, neurologist with Meritas Health Neurology, offers tips to help women — and men — get a good night’s sleep.
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Introducing Dr. Werner
Club W welcomes Jackie Werner, MD, as its new medical director.
What to Eat Before PT
Certain foods give your body the energy it needs to get the most out of PT.
Know Where to Go: Emergency Room vs. Express Care
Illnesses and injuries don't always happen during your doctor's business hours. Use our guide to decide if you need the ER or Express Care.
Why We Give
Dave and Sandy Johnson share why they give to NKCH ahead of our first fundraising event.
Driven to Recovery With Aquablation
For treatment of his enlarged prostate, Ray Demes looked to aquablation for its long-lasting relief and low complication rates. Now he is back to fulfilling his life's passion — fitness.
Committed to Making a Difference
For nearly 50 years, NKCH has supported the Northland Meals on Wheels program to help meet the needs of the aging Northland population.
OTC Sleep Aids - Better Safe Than Sorry
These medications can help you get some shut-eye in the short term, yet they may do more harm than good.