Saint Luke's Mid America Heart Institute

Need a refreshing drink this summer? Try this flavored bubbly drink brought to you by Lucas Schubert, Nutritional Coordinator with Saint Luke's Mid America Heart Institute and the Food As Medicine Everyday (FAME) program. Mix up the recipe with your choice of fruit to customize your flavor! #FAMEFriday #FeelGoodFoodFriday

Happy Father's Day to all of our fathers and foster fathers! Your love, support, and encouragement in the lives of your children help make our world a better place. #FathersDay

Today we celebrate Juneteenth also known as Freedom Day or Liberation Day. This holiday is celebrating the emancipation of those who had been enslaved in the United States. On this day in 1865, Union Army general Gordon Granger proclaimed freedom from slavery in Texas, which marked the end of enslavement throughout the entire United States. #Juneteenth

Pride isn't a month-long thing. It's a lifelong thing. Year round we work to serve the LGBTQ community throughout our health system. We believe in health care for all. We’re proud to be recognized as an Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign in many of our hospitals for our commitment to providing equitable, inclusive care to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender patients. Learn more about our LGBTQ health services: https://bit.ly/2RDiRFQ... #PrideMonth #HappyPride

Memorial Day is to memorialize the veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Today we pause and remember the lives given for our freedom. Thanks to each and every person who bravely sacrificed their lives for ours.

A new study co-authored by cardiologist James O’Keefe, MD suggests that therapies to block a hormone called TNF can greatly reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.

Looking for those CMEs before year's end? Earn more than 14 continuing education credits while learning the latest in cardiovascular medicine from local and national clinical experts at the Robert D. Conn Heart Conference. Register by Nov. 25 at a special 50th Anniversary Fee: https://bit.ly/36BwAAO

New research shows high levels of ozone air pollution could increase the risk of cardiac arrest. Dr. Ali Malik explains why the findings may have important public health implications.

Thanks to everyone who joined our virtual 'Heart Failure Community Event' this weekend. Saint Luke's Cardiologist Michael Nassif, MD did a great job covering a vast variety of topics and information. To learn more about heart failure or schedule a consultation, visit https://bit.ly/3ezFMZK.

Did your mummy ever teach you anything? Ours taught us that clogged arteries led to heart attack and stroke centuries before cigarettes and cheeseburgers existed. Read more about our mummy research.

There is such a thing as too much exercise. Dr. James O'Keefe explains how much is too much and what impact it can have on your body in this episode of The Drive with Peter Attia, MD.

Cardiologist Dr. Sanjaya Gupta is the lead researcher on a new study to test the safety of MRI scans for patients with implanted heart devices. Gupta’s team enrolled 532 patients with older heart devices who underwent an MRI between 2015 and 2019 and found that no patient or heart device was harmed with non-invasive safety steps taken to test the device before and after the procedure. Learn more: https://bit.ly/35GhfOG. #InnovationAndHope

On Nov. 7, Saint Luke's Cardiologist Dr. Paul Chan will lead a group of hikers on a 50-mile journey across the Grand Canyon for the 11th year! Read Kansas City Medical Society's story on the long-standing tradition to help fight hunger and how you can help.

The Cardiometabolic Center Alliance, founded by Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute, is pleased to announce the addition of University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center as a Key Strategic Partner and Charter Member.

Carpal tunnel syndrome is usually caused by repetitive hand motions, but did you know it could also be caused by a rare form of heart disease? Dr. Brett Sperry explains.

Doctors at Saint Luke's Mid America Heart Institute are now able to use 3D printing to create three-dimensional models of patients' organs. Cardiologist John Saxon, MD talked to 41 Action News - KSHB-TV about how this helps prepare for surgery.

After Jeff suffered a massive heart attack, his wife saved his life by giving bystander CPR with the help of a 911 operatornot just once, but twice. 41 Action News - KSHB-TV talked to the local couple and cardiologist Dr. Andrew Kao about the incredible story of his heart transplant.

Looking for an all-natural way to improve heart health and overall wellness? A new study by Dr. James O'Keefe found the perfect formula for doing just that.

Saint Luke's Mid America Heart Institute is one of several large health organizations participating in an innovative clinical trial for a heart failure medication that records patient progress through smart watches. It is the world's first decentralized, digitally-driven medical study.

Congratulations to cardiologist Bethany Austin, MD on being named a Regional Top Doctor for cardiovascular disease by Castle Connolly for the second year in a row! Thousands of physicians are nominated by their peers every year and only the best of the best are awarded the Top Doctor status. You make our hearts whole again, Dr. Austin!

I will never forget seeing what hate can destroy I will never forget seeing what love can heal. - Steve Maraboli We honor and pledge to #neverforget the lives lost on September 11th. #19years

Kristi Calkins became an Interventional/Vascular advanced practice provider in 2004, making her our most tenured vascular nurse. She has witnessed first-hand some of the greatest improvements in technology and the increase of minimally invasive treatment options over the past 16 years. Her greatest joy is improving patients' quality of life when treating their vascular disease. Today, we thank Kristi and all of Saint Luke's vascular nurses for making a difference for so many people as we celebrate #VascularNursesWeek! https://bit.ly/3ha1kfs

Is alcohol good or bad? It's known that too much of it can damage your body, but now cardiologist James O'Keefe, MD says it also has health benefits. See how he addressed these mixed messages in The Rural Monitor's article: https://bit.ly/2Gs9mDI