KU Area Health Education Center

KU Area Health Education Center The KU AHEC is an outreach office of the KU Medical Center and works to promote health care in rural

09/01/2026

Learning healthcare goes beyond the classroom.

Through USD #270's Healthcare Occupation Exploration program, local students have the opportunity to step inside different areas of healthcare, learn alongside professionals, and get a firsthand look at careers they may one day pursue.

This week, students spent time with the Rooks County Health Center Rehab team, getting an up-close look at the work they do with patients every day.

Experiences like these give HOSA (Future Healthcare Professionals) students a chance to ask questions, try something new, and discover where their interests might take them.

We're proud to give the next generation of healthcare professionals a place to learn right here in Rooks County, and we hope these experiences inspire students to pursue careers in healthcare and one day return to Rooks County to work and serve their community.

Learn more about the program and how our community is helping grow the next generation of rural healthcare professionals:
https://rookscountyhealthcenter.com/investing-in-the-future-of-rural-healthcare-rooks-county-health-center-launches-hosa-program/

New dates are now available for the Fall Hearing Screening Certification Courses from KU AHEC, and spots are expected to...
09/01/2026

New dates are now available for the Fall Hearing Screening Certification Courses from KU AHEC, and spots are expected to fill quickly! 👂📚

This hands-on training program is designed to build confidence and provide the practical knowledge needed to conduct effective screenings in school and community settings.

Built around current Kansas standards and best practices, participants will gain expert instruction, real-world practicum experience, and the tools needed to support early identification and student health outcomes.

🔗 Click here to view dates and get more info! https://ow.ly/SvMY50YYq8x

SPARK 2026: Understanding Lewy Body Dementia 🧠 Join us OCTOBER 10, 2026, via webinar for SPARK 2026: Understanding Lewy ...
08/31/2026

SPARK 2026: Understanding Lewy Body Dementia 🧠

Join us OCTOBER 10, 2026, via webinar for SPARK 2026: Understanding Lewy Body Dementia, an educational program designed for health care providers and professionals.

Using the documentary SPARK: Robin Williams and his Battle with Lewy Body Dementia as part of the course, participants will explore:

🧠 Recognizing the signs and symptoms of Lewy body dementia (LBD)
🔎 Evidence-based approaches to diagnosis and treatment
❤️ Care management and supporting patients and caregivers
➡️ When to refer and how to help patients navigate the daily challenges of LBD
⚕️ Common pitfalls that can accelerate decline—and how to avoid them

LBD is the second most common form of degenerative dementia after Alzheimer’s disease, yet it is often missed or misdiagnosed because early symptoms can resemble Alzheimer’s disease or psychiatric conditions.

Early recognition matters. Join us to build greater awareness and confidence in recognizing, diagnosing, treating, and supporting individuals living with LBD.

📅 October 10, 2026
💻 Via Webinar

DOWNLOAD THE FLYER FOR ALL THE INFO: https://ow.ly/TQ8x50ZGAbj

👁️ Registration is now open for Fall Vision Screening Workshops!Whether you're looking to gain new skills, refresh your ...
08/31/2026

👁️ Registration is now open for Fall Vision Screening Workshops!

Whether you're looking to gain new skills, refresh your knowledge, or become involved in vision screening efforts in your community, these workshops provide hands-on training and valuable resources to help you make a difference.

📅 View available workshop dates and locations and register today: https://ow.ly/Uq0S50Z7LtM

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📢 SESSION TWO is coming up! Join the Kansas 4M’s Training Series: A Framework for Excellence in Age-Friendly Care!This s...
08/28/2026

📢 SESSION TWO is coming up! Join the Kansas 4M’s Training Series: A Framework for Excellence in Age-Friendly Care!

This six-session webinar series is designed for health professions faculty and clinical preceptors. Each one-hour session focuses on practical strategies for teaching and advancing the Age-Friendly 4M’s framework (What Matters, Mentation, Mobility, and Medication) in clinical and academic settings.

🎓 Session Two | The Age-Friendly 4M's Framework for Interprofessional Care: What Matters

Ideal for faculty, preceptors, physicians, nurses, pharmacists, social workers, psychologists, and other healthcare team members involved in health professions education.

📅 Register today for Session Two!

🔗 Registration: https://ow.ly/RPP150ZFT1j

😴 Registration is OPEN!💤 Join us for the 2026 Kansas Association of Sleep Professionals Conference October 2–3, 2026!Con...
08/28/2026

😴 Registration is OPEN!

💤 Join us for the 2026 Kansas Association of Sleep Professionals Conference October 2–3, 2026!

Connect with leading experts in sleep medicine as we explore the latest in diagnosis, treatment, technology, and policy — all to improve patient care across the lifespan.

🧠 From sleep apnea and restless legs syndrome to shift work, sleep deprivation, PTSD, pediatric sleep testing, and the effects of medications, supplements, and THC on sleep, this conference brings together timely research, practical strategies, and innovative approaches to help you stay informed and ahead of the curve.

🛏️ Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and enhance your practice.

📅 Register today! https://ow.ly/WVsK50Zz4eO

🧠 Final Chance to Attend!Supporting patients and families living with dementia takes knowledge, compassion, and the righ...
08/27/2026

🧠 Final Chance to Attend!

Supporting patients and families living with dementia takes knowledge, compassion, and the right tools.

Join us on September 18 for the final offering of our MANAGING DEMENTIA webinar and learn how to:
✔️ Recognize early signs of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias
✔️ Apply evidence-based screening and diagnostic approaches
✔️ Explore treatment options and supportive care strategies
✔️ Address behavioral changes, safety concerns, and emerging research
✔️ Better understand disparities affecting Latino populations in Kansas

📅 Final Webinar for 2026: September 18

Download the flyer for registration details and additional information: https://ow.ly/HYsX50ZjlGX

08/26/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Brianna Dutton, a fourth-year medical student at KU School of Medicine-Wichita, on being selected as a 2027 STFM Foundation Student Scholarship recipient!

This scholarship will support Brianna’s attendance at the 2027 Conference on Medical Student Education. While there, she will have the opportunity to present her research poster and connect with educators and medical students from across the country.

We’re proud to celebrate this accomplishment and all of Brianna’s hard work! 👏

📅 SAVE THE DATE | January 22, 2027KU Area Health Education Center is excited to introduce a new annual event celebrating...
08/25/2026

📅 SAVE THE DATE | January 22, 2027

KU Area Health Education Center is excited to introduce a new annual event celebrating Healthcare Continuing Education Professionals Day! As CE professionals ourselves, we're proud to bring together healthcare educators, faculty, course directors, planners, and continuing education professionals for a day dedicated to the future of healthcare education.

Join us for THE FUTURE OF HEALTHCARE EDUCATION: AI, DATA-DRIVEN IMPROVEMENT, AND MEANINGFUL OUTCOMES ACROSS THE HEALTHCARE TEAM, an engaging webinar and discover practical strategies for leveraging artificial intelligence, data-informed planning, and team-based education to advance and strengthen the healthcare workforce.

Discover practical strategies for leveraging artificial intelligence, data-informed planning, meaningful outcomes, and team-based education to advance healthcare education and strengthen the healthcare workforce.

📌 January 22, 2027. Registration details coming soon!

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100 South Broadway, Suite 204
Pittsburg, KS
66762

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Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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