KANSAS CITY, MO. — September 17, 2026 – Swope Health announced today the appointments of Julian D. Lee, DBA, MHA, MAM, as Vice President of Operations, and Scott S. Criqui, MAHR, as Vice President of Human Resources, strengthening key areas of the health center’s management team. Lee brings more than 12 years of Federally Qualified …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — September 18, 2026 — Swope Health and the Children’s Center Campus (CCC) Board of Directors announce today that Swope Health has purchased the CCC facility at 31st and Main that has served children and families for nearly three decades. This transaction will continue the legacy of the facility’s focus on health, …
Swope Health announces today that Rachael Gandolph, DDS, has been named Executive Vice President of Dental Services, and Debra Simpson has been appointed Chief Human Resources Officer. Gandolph brings nearly two decades of experience as a dental executive and clinician, with deep expertise in leading high-volume, multi-site dental service lines within Federally Qualified Health Centers. …
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — August 12, 2026 — Swope Health announces a generous $5 million contribution from the Sunderland Foundation. The gift represents a significant milestone in Swope Health’s ongoing fundraising efforts, directly supporting infrastructure, healthcare access, and community development on Kansas City’s East Side. The donation provides critical funding for two major projects: Swope Health Village, a 12-acre, $130 million …
Swope Health’s mobile medical and dental teams prove that access to care should not depend on a family’s ZIP code, transportation options, or work schedules. The team continues to bring trusted, compassionate care directly into the neighborhoods, schools, and community spaces where children and families live and learn. Swope Health’s mobile models are designed to …
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Did you know that 1 in 5 adults in the United States experiences a mental health condition in any given year, and 1 in 20 lives with serious mental illness? Globally, about 35% of all mental illness emerges by age 14, and 63% by age 25. Mental health challenges are also a contributing factor in …
Help us build a space dedicated to expanding community impact! Swope Health is officially inviting qualified General Contractors to submit proposals for our Inpatient Diversion project. This project consists of an interior renovation alongside key exterior enhancements. Download the full RFP and submission guidelines via the two links, below: Full Spec Arch Bid Set Proposals are …
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KANSAS CITY, MO (May 19) – Swope Health is pleased to announce the addition of two vice presidents to their health center roster. Jay Wilson recently joined Swope Health as vice president of development. In his new position, Wilson is responsible for driving the organization’s growth through strategic fundraising, donor cultivation, and grant acquisition. He …
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Every April, the world celebrates Earth Month. For some who may not consider themselves environmentalists, the commemoration might sneak by with very little fanfare or attention. However, whether you live in a small rural community or densely populated city, both nature and the environment impact us all. For example, did you know that the presence — …
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At Swope Health, we have spent more than 56 years delivering accessible, quality care to the people of Greater Kansas City — regardless of their ability to pay, insurance status, or zip code. During Medicaid Awareness Month, we focus on how foundational Medicaid is to the work we do and to the health of our …
