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Bishop Spencer Place, 4301 Madison Avenue, Kansas City, MO (2025)

08/16/2025

At Saint Luke’s, we’re proud to provide exceptional maternity care to families across the 816—and even prouder to help welcome the newest little ones into the world. 🍼👶

To celebrate 816 Day, newborns received special 816 onesies—a small gift to mark big beginnings in our community.

From Kansas City and beyond, we’re honored to care for families across the metro. 💙

08/14/2025

Recently, there's been a lot of news about mRNA vaccines, which protect against COVID.

Dr. Sarah Boyd, a Saint Luke's infectious disease physician, appeared on KCUR 89.3 to discuss mRNA vaccines, how they work, and the potential impacts of recent funding cuts for medical research. Listen now: https://heyor.ca/FtiBb4

08/13/2025

Always in our health care era.

Fearless choices you make today mean a healthier forever and always. Begin again with healthy habits and speak now if you don't feel all too well. You belong with us at the intersection of innovation and hope.

08/12/2025

Jaylen thought his future as a football player was over after suffering a serious injury in high school. Thanks to Dr. Larry Frevert at Rockhill Orthopaedic Specialists, he is now starting his freshman year of college on a football scholarship!

The summer before his junior year, Jaylen worked hard on his strength and speed to prepare for football season. Then, he was tackled during practice and broke his collarbone.

“It was the most physical pain I’ve ever felt,” said Jaylen. “And then there was the crushing feeling that I would never play football again."

After an initial evaluation at the nearest hospital, Jaylen saw a local orthopedic doctor in Lawrence whose plan was to wait for the injury to heal naturally. Jaylen and his parents wanted a second opinion, and Rockhill was the overwhelming recommendation from friends.

They made the 70-mile drive to Lee’s Summit to see Dr. Larry Frevert, an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist. He confirmed the injury could heal on its own, but it would take a long time and might leave lasting mobility issues. Instead, he offered a surgical solution that provided faster relief and fewer complications.

“Dr. Frevert wanted to see me make a full recovery,” Jaylen said. “He didn’t want me to go back to playing sports with a lifetime of pain or a potential injury. That gave me a lot of peace of mind.”

Dr. Frevert surgically repaired Jaylen’s collarbone. Eight weeks of physical therapy later, Jaylen was back on the field. He is now preparing for his first season at MoWest.

Read how this young athlete got to keep chasing his dreams pain-free: https://heyor.ca/pKarR4

08/11/2025

From birthday parties to college, weddings, and now sharing the same hall at Bishop Spencer Place, Carol and Jean's friendship has stood the test of time—nearly 95 years strong! 💙

In celebration of , Carol and Jean shared their story with KMBC 9. Watch their heartwarming story: https://heyor.ca/GXbYCd

08/11/2025

From birthday parties to college, weddings, and now sharing the same hall at Bishop Spencer Place, Carol and Jean's friendship has stood the test of time—nearly 95 years strong! 💙

In celebration of , Carol and Jean shared their story with KMBC 9. Watch their heartwarming story: https://heyor.ca/GXbYCd

08/07/2025

Last week, we hosted Jacque Blessington, director of Lakeside Nature Center of KC, who brought in a variety of animals to share insights on their habitats and ways of life.

Lakeside Nature Center is home to more than 60 animals, including bald eagles, reptiles, amphibians, and fish. It was an enlightening experience that helped deepen our appreciation for wildlife and conservation. Thank you, Jacque! 🦅

08/07/2025

The cardiovascular surgery team at Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City earned extra praise for their incredible teamwork that saved a patient's life.

The team was preparing to operate on a patient when their blood pressure and heart rate dropped rapidly. Anesthesiologist Dr. Brad Kelsheimer and the cardiovascular surgery team immediately responded and worked together to stabilize the patient's condition to ensure their safety before proceeding with the essential procedure. Thanks to their fast actions and collaboration, the patient was able to go home a week later.

Thank you for your outstanding, patient-focused teamwork! 💙

08/05/2025

Families visiting The Regnier Family Wonderscope Children's Museum of Kansas City were treated to a special cooking demonstration with Grace, a registered dietitian, as part of Saint Luke's "Healthy Plate, Healthy Family" sponsorship. Grace showed them how to use healthy ingredients like sunflower butter, oats, and h**p hearts to make delicious birthday cake energy bites. Look for her next cooking demo at Wonderscope in October!

For adults, Grace teaches healthy recipes in the Food As Medicine Every Day (FAME) program through Saint Luke's Muriel I. Kauffman Women's Heart Center. The next series begins Aug. 12. Learn more: https://heyor.ca/iyucfk

08/04/2025

BJC Health System has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers for Women. 🎉

This recognition reflects our continued commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where women can thrive through leadership development, flexibility, and opportunities to grow.

“At BJC Health System, we believe every team member makes a difference in making BJC a premier place to work,” said Jackie Tischler, chief people officer of BJC Health System. “Women make up a little more than 80% of our BJC workforce, and it’s important they feel empowered to utilize their strengths and skills to care for our patients and serve our communities.”

See the full list: https://heyor.ca/EcuSjD

08/01/2025

When a patient's family takes the time to nominate a caregiver, you know they made a lasting impact. That's exactly what happened with Marissa (center), a nursing assistant in the Progressive Care Unit 3 at Saint Luke's South Hospital. We congratulated her by presenting her with the Saint Luke's Be Exceptional Every Day (BEE) Award!

The patient's loved one described Marissa as “an extraordinary empath” who “loves her patients like family” and serves as a supportive counselor. They praised her work ethic, vast knowledge, and deep understanding of what families go through when a loved one is hospitalized.

“Marissa understands the concerns a family has when their loved one is in the hospital. She is superb!”

Congratulations, Marissa, and thank you for being extraordinary! 💙

07/31/2025

Our new four-legged therapist at Saint Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute is making an immediate impact on patient care this year. Henli, the facility dog, assists with physical, occupational, and speech therapy in her own special canine way. Patients love her, and she motivates them to work even harder. 🐾 💙

Watch Henli’s TV debut on KSHB 41: https://heyor.ca/0CgSUO

07/30/2025

Motivated by the stories and ideas shared during Community Health Improvement Week, the team at Saint Luke’s Primary Care–Shoal Creek gathered nearly 100 pounds of food during a drive to support Harvesters - The Community Food Network.

Community Health Improvement Week takes place in June and serves to highlight the importance of addressing social drivers of health. Harvesters is one of Saint Luke’s social impact initiative organizations that provides meals to families facing food insecurity across the region.

“Our team was proud to collect 93 pounds of non-perishable food donations,” says Krista, Shoal Creek clinical supervisor. “I admire their dedication to caring for our community both inside and outside the clinic walls.”

From food insecurity and housing challenges to lack of transportation or community support, social drivers of health are barriers that directly affect patient well-being. Saint Luke’s collaborates with trusted organizations like Harvesters to strengthen our social impact and help patients and community members navigate challenges that extend beyond clinical care.

“Through these collaborations, we’re working to empower patients to achieve better outcomes,” says Meredith, Community Health Initiatives program manager. “When we connect patients with food resources, safe housing, or transportation, we’re not just solving short-term problems—we’re building long-term pathways to healthier lives.”

Thank you to the Shoal Creek Primary Care team for supporting our shared mission! 💙

07/30/2025

Recently, Bishop Spencer Place hosted a special luncheon featuring Janette, BSP's chaplain and manager of spiritual wellness, who led a discussion on navigating the many emotions that can accompany moving. She shared that in any significant life change—whether good or bad—we may experience some level of grief.

"Leaving people, places, or things behind is often difficult because they were meaningful to us," Janette said. "We can't expect that grief to go away, but we can build a life of new things we love that wrap around that grief and help it feel smaller."

Janette's discussion offered comfort and encouragement that even though moving can be hard, it can also create space for growth and new beginnings.

07/29/2025

BJC Health System has received more than 100 recognitions for clinical excellence by U.S. News and World Report, with multiple BJC hospitals ranking among the best in Missouri: Barnes-Jewish Hospital and its physician partners from WashU Medicine Physicians, Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City, Saint Luke's East Hospital, and Christian Hospital. Pediatric hospital rankings will be released later this fall—in 2024, St. Louis Children's Hospital ranked nationally in 10 pediatric specialties.

We are incredibly proud of our clinical teams and are thankful for their expertise, compassion, and dedication to excellence. We are honored by this recognition and look forward to continuing to provide exceptional care to our communities across the Midwest.

See the complete list of BJC Health System honors: https://heyor.ca/hxjOQQ

07/03/2025

This June, during Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, Saint Luke’s Bishop Spencer Place hosted an informational luncheon to give guests an exclusive look at our upcoming memory care services.

Dr. Carlos A. Bagley, director of Saint Luke's Marion Bloch Neuroscience Institute, was our guest speaker. Dr. Bagley discussed the signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, provided brain health tips, and shared the latest neuroscience research findings. The event provided valuable insights and a meaningful preview of the expert memory care that will be available soon at Bishop Spencer Place.

06/25/2025

Congratulations to Rich Liekweg, BJC Health System CEO, who announced his plans to retire on October 1, 2025, concluding an extraordinary career spanning almost 40 years in health care, the last 16 of which were devoted to BJC.

“It has been an honor to serve and lead our team members these past 16 years as they deliver exceptional care to our patients and communities,” said Rich. “Together, we successfully navigated through unprecedented times in the industry, never losing sight of our singular purpose to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. I am deeply proud of our caregivers, the culture we have created, and the values we share that place the patient at the center of all we do.”

BJC is pleased to announce that Nick Barto, current BJC Health System President, will succeed Rich as President and CEO of BJC Health System.

“I am honored to be selected to succeed Rich Liekweg as BJC Health System’s President and CEO,” said Nick. “I look forward to working with our 47,000 team members to build on Rich’s vision that grew BJC into a super-regional health care leader, to continue to provide extraordinary care to the communities we serve, and to position BJC as a mission-oriented academic health care leader for all future generations.”

Read more here: https://heyor.ca/j1yUMR

05/12/2025

Residents had a wonderful time celebrating the 151st Kentucky Derby! 🐎👒

The celebration was complete with festive headwear, snacks and drinks, and great company. We’re already counting down to next year’s celebration!

05/08/2025

We were thrilled to welcome Jay Carter—one of the nation’s premier countertenors—for a performance alongside his accompanist, Bishop Spencer Place resident John. 🎶

In addition to their beautiful performance, Jay, who also serves as co-artistic director of Kansas City’s Musica Vocale, shared insights into the rich history of his craft during his visit. It was a memorable afternoon that left our community both inspired and uplifted!

05/06/2025

Bishop Spencer Place residents appreciate good music, so our calendar has been packed with many wonderful performances from talented musicians and groups, including:

– Opus 76 Quartet
– Michael Pagán and Vanessa Thomas
– Charles Williams
– Joe Cartwright and Alison Borberg
– Bram Wijnands and his daughter Lucy Wijnands
– The Doug Talley Quartet

Thank you for sharing your incredible talents with the Bishop Spencer Place community! 💙🎶

04/30/2025

At the recent Women of Bishop Spencer Place Luncheon, we were honored to hear from a panel of residents who shared their journeys to finding a home in our community.

One panelist, Martha, shared why she and her husband chose Bishop Spencer Place.

"It’s right in the middle of the community we love," Martha said. "We’ve had many friends come here. It has been a wonderful place to be.”

Thank you to all who joined us in celebrating the sense of belonging that makes Bishop Spencer Place so special. 💐

04/28/2025

Doug and Fiona have been together for five years—they say they knew from day one that they were right for each other.

Between planning and logistics, a global pandemic, and family responsibilities, their wedding plans kept getting delayed. While the couple was working on the details for their wedding, there was never a doubt that Doug wanted to share in the excitement of his engagement in Kansas City with his mother, Jean, a longtime resident of Bishop Spencer Place who wouldn't be able to travel to Los Angeles for the wedding.

“It was never really a doubt,” Doug said. “I knew I wanted to do this with my mom, and the chapel at Bishop Spencer Place was just the right size.”

With Jean’s 95th birthday just two days before the engagement ceremony, family was already in town for a celebration, making it the perfect opportunity.

The intimate gathering included local family and a few friends, with a handful flying in for the occasion. After the ceremony, the group enjoyed dinner together at the pub.

“The chapel, the pub—there’s just no better setting for us,” Doug said. “It was magical to have this experience with my mom in a place that offers charm and excellence on all accounts.”

Photos by: Judy-Anne Goldman

04/08/2025

Randy Mason, a multimedia producer at The Kansas City Star and former producer and host at KCPT for 30 years, recently visited the residents at Bishop Spencer Place.

During his visit, Randy spoke to residents about the history of Steptoe, the neighborhood where Bishop Spencer Place is located. Residents enjoyed the presentation and thanked Randy for sharing the neighborhood's rich history. 💙

04/04/2025

Laura Baker, an interior architect turned cookbook author and illustrator, recently visited and shared her work with residents at Bishop Spencer Place. Laura creates pie-inspired art alongside her book series, "Pie as Art." She spent 11 years perfecting and illustrating more than 75 pie recipes.

As soon as the reception started, residents began reminiscing about pies, remembering grandparents and parents making pies for them and their favorite kinds. Laura even brought homemade mini cherry pies to share that she made earlier that morning.

Thank you, Laura, for sharing your passion and pies with us! 🥧

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