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- Five HCA Midwest Healthcare leaders are named 2026 Heroes in Healthcare by Ingram's MagazineMarch 11, 2026Research Medical CenterMark Lieser, MD, Todd Krass, Steven Salanski, MD, Richard Bowers and Reba Millam, RN, were recognized for their dedication and commitment to high-quality patient care.
- HCA Midwest hospitals earn more Healthgrades 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Award™ than any regional systemMarch 10, 2026Research Medical CenterFive HCA hospitals have earned the 2026 Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award™, placing them in the top 5% of hospitals nationwide for patient safety
- Research College of Nursing announces first-ever fast track bachelor's degree pathwayFebruary 03, 2026Research Medical CenterThe innovative program addresses critical national nursing shortage, reducing student debt and accelerating workforce entry.
- Lowell Ebersole, DO, named as chief medical officer at Research Medical CenterJanuary 23, 2026Research Medical CenterExperienced physician leader and patient advocate joins Kansas City's largest healthcare network to advance quality, safety and innovation.
- HCA Midwest Health and Kansas City Fire Department announce emergency medical directorship partnershipJanuary 22, 2026Research Medical CenterNew EMS medical direction collaboration reinforces a shared commitment between two of the largest providers in the region.
- Healthgrades nationally recognizes six HCA midwest health hospitals with 61 clinical excellence awardsOctober 28, 2025Research Medical CenterResearch Medical Center was honored as “America's 50 Best Hospitals for Vascular Surgery” three years in a row; Menorah Medical Center was awarded “America's 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Care and “America's 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement and Orthopedic Surgery” four years in a row.
- Research Medical Center breaks ground on expanded $35 million Brookside EROctober 20, 2025Research Medical CenterThe 20,000 square foot emergency room, expected to be completed in late 2026, will better meet the growing needs of Jackson County.
- Amy Townsend, EdD, MSN, RN, CNE, named as new president at Research College of NursingSeptember 19, 2025Research Medical CenterProven leader in academic excellence and institutional growth to guide the top-ranked nursing college's future.
- U.S. News names four HCA Midwest hospitals to 2025–2026 High Performing listAugust 16, 2025Research Medical CenterThe hospitals are recognized as High Performing for 11 procedures and conditions, which include oncology, heart and orthopedic services.
- Transplant Institute at Research Medical Center celebrates four-person kidney transplant chainJune 10, 2025Research Medical CenterA powerful reunion, two donors and their recipients—all precisely woven together, will final meet during the celebration of life.