Briseño Kenney Medical Care LLC
Dr Kenney is a practicing physician, board certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology, Oncology and Palliative Care.
additional hours, by appointment
03/17/2026
Arts and Crafts (from an Oncologist POV)
People often ask me
"What do you do?" And when I tell them I am a Cancer doctor, they frown and look at me with pity "I don't know how you do it!" But I see it differently. How could I not, when I have the ability and gifts to do so?
My job is to make the best out of an awful situation and I find this quote to be so comforting . Pericles, in his famous Funeral Oration, offered a perspective that focused on the honour of a life well-lived rather than focusing only on the tragedy of death and that is powerful.
Me, I am more qualified by a long shot!!! Hey, over here 🙋🙋🙋🙋.But I have got a lot to say....
02/26/2026
It's official
02/11/2026
A new ethics policy paper from the American College of Physicians (ACP) argues that referring to physicians as “providers” undermines the ethical foundation of the patient‑physician relationship and fails to reflect physicians’ training, responsibilities, and professional role. Read the paper here: https://bit.ly/4tjIEQu
Most insurance based, employed, Doctors today are often unable to do their jobs well because the system focuses on production which requires more check boxes and paperwork than actually helping patients. This obsession with maximal production (running patients through like cattle) makes it nearly impossible for them to have the time to listen to patients, which is how we are supposed to figure out the best care. The stress doctors feel isn’t just about working too much; it’s because they aren't given enough time to think carefully about their patients.
Good medicine requires listening, understanding, observing, examining and questioning each person, but doctors can’t do that in just a few minutes while also managing a bunch of forms and rules that are required for billing and tracking. When doctors have too many irrelevant things on their minds, they can make mistakes where it matters most and most doctors aren't the type of people that like making mistakes; we are typically perfectionists, overachievers with impossibly high personal expectations. Isn't that the type of person you want to have caring for you?
Listening to patients is very important for safe care. Doctors have always worked hard to care for patients, even when it’s too much for them. But now, seeing so many patients in a short time has become routine, which is not safe for anyone. The next time you go into to the hospital owned clinic, ask them how many patients are scheduled in a one hour time period. Ask that doctor how many patients they are scheduled to see that day. Ask them how that works, how that feels for them.
How cognitive overload protects payers while patients pay the price
When I resigned from my cushy job, seven years ago, in order to open my very own Direct Primary Care clinic, it was a leap of faith. I don't think, back then, as many people realized how stifling being employed as a "provider" felt. I wanted to be the one who decided how best to care for my patients, not some corporate executive. I went on to co-found the Direct Specialty Care Alliance with the amazing Dr. Diana Girnita and serve on the board of directors for the Direct Primary Care Alliance. In my opinion, this model is the key to rescuing our profession.
I think my patients would agree?
It's nice to see some national attention, finally.
What was a niche aspect of medical care just a few years ago has exploded to thousands of practices across the country. In direct primary care, medical provi...
12/19/2025
**Reflecting on a Journey of Healing and New Beginnings**
Nearly seven years ago, Leeton Medical came to life, and I had the honor of being the first doctor in town in over fifty years. Piece by piece, and bit by bit, our clinic blossomed into a sanctuary of care and compassion. This journey has been nothing short of extraordinary—filled with meaningful relationships and transformative experiences. There is truly no greater reward than caring for others, and I have been blessed to do so as my vocation.
Today marks a poignant moment as we close our doors for the last time. I reflect on the countless lives touched, the friendships forged, and the community we built together. Each interaction, each shared story, has enriched my life in ways I never anticipated. I am deeply grateful for the trust and support of my patients and the incredible people that stood by me through it all.
As I prepare for a new adventure in New Zealand with my family, I carry with me the warmth of these memories and the lessons learned. Change can be daunting, but it also opens the door to new possibilities. I look forward to embracing this next chapter, knowing that the love and gratitude I feel for this community will remain with me forever.
Thank you for being a part of this beautiful journey. Here’s to new beginnings and the continuation of caring for others, wherever life may lead us.
12/19/2025
An Article in Forbes is Pretty Much on the Money
I want to highlight this article by Steve Forbes called Free Markets, Not Mandates, Will Fix Our Broken Healthcare System. I think he pretty much nails but unfortunately, it is behind a paywall, so let me give you some quotes and highlights with my opinions next to them. Washington’s political class keeps insisting that our healthcare problems can be solved with more regulations, more dictates and more bureaucratic tinkering....
I want to highlight this article by Steve Forbes called Free Markets, Not Mandates, Will Fix Our Broken Healthcare System. I think he pretty much nails but unfortunately, it is behind a paywall, so…
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Leeton Medical is an affordable, Direct Primary Care Internal Medicine practice located in Leeton, Missouri. We are located within easy driving distance between Clinton, Warrensburg and Windsor. The sole focus of the practice is to provide, excellent, detailed and personal care to each and every patient. Appointment times are a minimum of 30 minutes, a true 30 minutes, and take as long as you need to be healthy and get well. Here, there are no unnecessary barriers between you and your doctor. There are no “facility fees” or hidden charges, confusing billing statements, bills that show up months down the road from multiple doctor’s groups and facilities, waiting days and days for a call back, or rushed visits. Direct Primary Care is care that comes directly from your doctor to you. Nothing is prioritized above this doctor patient relationship. All medical records are kept privately within the office’s system and are not accessible to anyone other than you and your doctor or shared at your specific request. There is no big health care system with thousands and thousands of electronic records available to be seen by anyone else at anytime.
For those who are healthy and between the ages of 14 and 65, Leeton Medical offers basic health care services at a low-cost monthly rate. Pricing is straightforward, and there is no messy health insurance billing, allowing more one on one time with your doctor and lower overhead fees for the practice. This is the key to better, more affordable, more personal medical care.
For those enrolled in Medicare, Leeton Medical offers personalized one-on-one care with pricing and billing per Medicare regulations. Due to the current Medicare rules and restrictions, we are only able to accept a limited number of Medicare patients, so enroll as soon as possible to avoid being placed on the wait-list.
Are you unsure if you qualify to be a patient of Dr. Kenney’s at Leeton Medical? Are you interested but you want to hear more face to face and ask questions? Do you want to sit down and meet Dr. Kenney before you decide if she is a good fit for your medical care"? Call today or click the contact us link on our website and schedule a completely free meet and greet with Dr. Kenney to discuss absolutely any concerns or questions you may have. We want to make sure we can provide you with the affordable medical care that you deserve and if it isn’t the right fit for you, that’s okay. (please note this is not a medical consultation and no medical advice can be given at this meeting)
The Leeton Medical Advantage:
· One-on-one relationship with a physician they know and trust
· Accessibility: flexible hours, minimal wait times, flexible visit locations and direct access to communicate with physician
· Superior continuity and consistency of care, minimizing redundancy, excess costs, miscommunication and medical errors
· Transparent, predictable and affordable pricing
· Low operating costs with savings passed on to the patients
