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Gautam J. Desai, DO, FACOFP dist., chair and professor of Primary Care at Kansas City University recently completed a one-year term as president of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians, becoming the organization's first Indian American president.

As tick activity increases across the Midwest this summer, Dr. Gautam Desai discussed where ticks are commonly found, how to properly remove them, symptoms to watch for after a bite and ways to reduce exposure.

Have you ever wondered how scientists decode the complexities of our genetic makeup or discover new drugs faster than ever before? The answer lies in bioinformatics, a fascinating field at the intersection of biology and technology.   

On Military Match Day at the United States Naval Academy, the weight of years of training came down to a single moment.

From dreaming about space travel to training as a future space doctor, Kansas City University graduate Jason-Flor Sisante is taking the next step toward a career in aerospace medicine through the United States Navy’s aerospace medicine program.

Long before medical school, Christopher M. Ahmad was learning what it meant to care for others by observing how small acts of attention, presence and respect can make a difference.

If you're considering a career in psychology, one of the first big decisions you’ll face is choosing between a Doctor of Clinical Psychology and a Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology.

Fifteen years after the devastating Joplin tornado, Dr. Ken Stewart still remembers the chaos, resilience and lifesaving efforts that followed one of the deadliest tornadoes in U.S. history.

Osteopathic medicine is a distinct approach to care that focuses on the body as an interconnected system. Understanding how it differs from allopathic medicine helps clarify its growing role in today’s health care system.

Colonel Tom Mathews, DO, JD, doesn’t give to receive recognition. He gives because he believes responsibility follows opportunity.

For Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine alumnus Joe Dorsten, DO, and his wife, Sally, the arts have always been more than a pastime — they are an essential part of a well-rounded life.