Centerpoint Medical Center Earns National Recognition for Vascular Surgery and Orthopedic Excellence
HEALTHGRADES NATIONALLY RECOGNIZES HCA MIDWEST HEALTH HOSPITALS WITH 61 ACHIEVEMENTS, RECOGNITIONS, AND DISTINCTIONS FOR CLINICAL EXCELLENCE _________________________ Research Medical Center was honored as “America's 50 Best Hospitals for Vascular Surgery” three years in a row; Menorah Medical Center was awarded “America's 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Care and “America's 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement and Orthopedic Surgery” four years in a row. OVERLAND PARK, KAN. – (Oct. 28, 2025 )
Custom Engineering Acquires TIE Consulting, LLC — Now Delivering Low-Voltage and Technology Engineer
Custom Engineering Acquires TIE Consulting, LLC — Now Delivering Low-Voltage and Technology Engineering Design Services Kansas City, MO – Custom Engineering, a premier consulting firm specializing in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, lighting, commissioning, and sustainable design, today announced the acquisition of Technology Integration Engineering: TIE Consulting, LLC, a respected provider of low-voltage systems engineering based in St. Louis. For the immediate future, TIE will continue to operate as
HCA MIDWEST HEALTH APPOINTS PATRICK RAFFERTY AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF CENTERPOINT MEDICAL CENTER
HCA MIDWEST HEALTH APPOINTS PATRICK RAFFERTY AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF CENTERPOINT MEDICAL CENTER ___________________ Veteran healthcare leader brings a track record of operational excellence and strategic growth to Eastern Jackson County hospital. INDEPENDENCE, MO. – (August 21, 2025) – Centerpoint Medical Center – part of HCA Midwest Health, Kansas City’s largest healthcare provider – has named Patrick Rafferty as its new chief executive officer (CEO), effective July 2025. Rafferty most
Centerpoint Medical Center Recognized as High Performing Hospital for Excellence in COPD Care
U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT NAMES FOUR HCA MIDWEST HOSPITALS TO 2025-2026 HIGH PERFORMING HOSPITALS LIST __________________________________________ Research Medical Center, Overland Park Regional Medical Center, Centerpoint Medical Center, and Menorah Medical Center are recognized for 11 specific procedures and conditions – the highest distinction a hospital can earn for U.S. News’ Best Hospitals Procedures & Conditions ratings. OVERLAND PARK, KAN. – (August 6, 2025) – HCA Midwest Health announced
Independence Chamber Announces Leadership Transition
Independence Chamber Announces Leadership Transition May 28, 2025INDEPENDENCE, MO – The Independence Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce a leadership transition, welcoming Valerie Byrnes as its new President, effective mid-July. With more than 30 years of experience in economic development and community engagement, Valerie brings a wealth of expertise and an impressive track record of fostering business growth and innovation. She succeeds Tom Lesnak, who over the last 18 years, served
