Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Kristina Fraser, D.O., 2026 graduate from KU School of Medicine-Wichita General Surgery Residency, presents research on breast cancer surgical practices at the 2026 American Society of Breast Surgeons Annual Meeting.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and a team of researchers from the University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita has an important message: When it comes to breast cancer treatment, more surgery isn't always better.

The study was presented at the 2026 American Society of Breast Surgeons Annual Meeting in Seattle and has now been accepted for publication in “Annals of Surgical Oncology,” a prestigious peer-reviewed journal.

Ashley was the receptionist at a breast cancer office. She was the “voice of the office” and grew to know patients and comfort them through their journey. If Ashley had known that BRCA ran in her family, she would have been tested.

The American Society of Breast Surgeons and American College of Radiology recommend annual mammography beginning at the age of 40 for the average woman or 10 years prior to a cancer diagnosis in the family.

As a future family medicine physician, Dania Jumpa, M.D., knows she’ll peer into plenty of eyes and ears. Jumpa, a first-year resident in the KU Wichita Family Medicine Residency at Wesley Medical Center, recently trained on otoscopes and ophthalmoscopes capable of capturing digital photographs of what a physician sees while conducting eye and ear exams.

Sarah Coate Johnston, M.D., Class of 1976, captured Alumni Day with a photo in front of a KU Wichita Campus backdrop.

KU School of Medicine-Wichita alumni from 2009 to 1976 gathered for an afternoon of activities on Friday, Oct. 23, on the Wichita campus. This year, KU School of Medicine alumni had the option of attending Alumni Day at campuses in Wichita and Kansas City, or virtually.

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The JayDoc Pickleball Tournament is Saturday, Nov. 7, and it's kind of a big dill. Our student-run JayDoc Community Clinic is looking for teams to participate. Find out how you can help this worthy cause, whether you're competing, purchasing a raffle ticket or cheering on your favorite team. Plus, see which teams already signed up!

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KU School of Pharmacy, through its APhA-ASP chapter, is partnering with Great Plains Diabetes to provide free health screenings and preventive services at the annual Live Well with Diabetes event Saturday, Nov. 7, at the Wichita State University Metroplex.

It's that time of year. Our employees are showcasing their talent in our annual pumpkin-decorating contest, and voting has started. Simply "like" the photo of your favorite pumpkin on Facebook to cast your vote. Voting ends at noon Monday, Nov. 2. 

"A JayDoc Clinic Encounter" by Scott Moser, M.D., professor emeritus, Family & Community Medicine

“Souvenirs” will be an art installation in the William J. Reals Gallery of Art-West by Scott Moser, M.D., professor emeritus, Family & Community Medicine. This exhibit represents a fresh collection of acrylic paintings since Moser’s first show at KU School of Medicine-Wichita in 2024. The First Friday opening reception of "Souvenirs" is from 5-7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, and the public is invited.

Donna Sweet, M.D., AAHIVS, MACP, professor in the Department of Internal Medicine, is receiving an award from the HIV Medicine Association for her contributions to advancing the field of HIV medicine. The association announced Sweet as the recipient of the Adaora Adimora Citation Award, which recognizes exemplary contributions or service to HIVMA as well as advancing efforts to end HIV as an epidemic, such as through social justice and public service.

Donna Sweet, M.D. professor, Internal Medicine

Kelli Netson-Amore, Ph.D., associate professor, Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences

Kelli Netson-Amore, Ph.D., associate professor, Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, was the recipient of Heartspring’s 2026 Dr. Palmer Excellence in Healthcare Clinician Award. Netson-Amore was recognized for her leadership in pediatric neuropsychology, her commitment to advancing children's mental health and her dedication to training the next generation of professionals serving Kansas children.

Named for Heartspring founder Dr. Martin Palmer, these awards recognize professionals whose expertise, innovation and dedication have changed what's possible for children and families.

Sheryl Beard, M.D., volunteer clinical associate professor, Family & Community Medicine, and student and resident alumna, has been named the new chief medical officer and clinical dyad leader for Ascension Via Christi. In her new role, Dr. Beard will oversee clinical operations, provider engagement, quality performance and ambulatory care strategy across Ascension Medical Group Via Christi's regional network.

Sheryl Beard, M.D., volunteer clinical associate professor, Family & Community Medicine

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