Wichita Medical Research and Education Foundation

10/22/2026

Nominate an Outstanding Leader for the 2027 WMREF Ethics Educator Award today!

We invite nominations for the 2027 WMREF Ethics Educator Award, honoring an exceptional healthcare professional who exemplifies the highest standards of ethical leadership and education.

If you work alongside a dedicated professional who fosters open discussion and upholds the highest ethical standards in patient care, colleague interactions, and community trust, please submit a nomination.

Nominate at: bit.ly/3VVqGru

10/19/2026

🚨 4 DAYS LEFT TO REGISTER!

Healthcare professionals, don't miss out on the latest updates in maternal & child health! Earn CEUs, network with experts, and level up your skills.

Online registration closes soon: www.wichitamedicalresearch.org/events

10/15/2026

Documenting your healthcare wishes and sharing them with loved ones is an irreplaceable gift.

If you weren't able to make it today’s presentation, it’s never too late to download free Advance Directives forms from the WMREF website and start the conversation at home.

Advance Directives👇
www.wichitamedicalresearch.org

10/13/2026

Advancing care for mothers, infants, and children requires continuous learning, collaboration, and evidence-based practice.

The 35th Annual Maternal Child Nursing Symposium is a dynamic one-day conference bringing healthcare professionals together to explore critical topics shaping perinatal, neonatal, and pediatric care.

Whether attending in person or virtually, participants will gain valuable clinical insights, connect with industry leaders, and acquire actionable strategies to elevate patient outcomes.

Reserve your spot today at www.wichitamedicalresearch.org/events

10/02/2026

WMREF joined our partners at TKAAM - The Kansas African American Museum for Senior Wednesday to learn the history of Nicodemus, Kansas, the only remaining western town established by African Americans during the Reconstruction period following the Civil War. Historian Angela Bates shared powerful stories about the town's past and plans for the future.

WMREF staff also shared information regarding Clearway Testing with attendees.

WMREF and TKAAM are teaming up for something special this holiday season! Stay tuned for what's coming!

09/27/2026

September is National Preparedness Month. Emergency preparedness goes beyond emergency kits and disaster plans; it also includes having important conversations about your future healthcare wishes. Advance Directives empower individuals and families to document their healthcare preferences before a crisis strikes.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booths at the Sedgwick County Government Emergency Preparedness and Safety Expo, and at The Center's Disaster Preparedness Lunch & Learn to learn more about Advance Directives.

Download your FREE Advance Directives from our website at
www.wichitamedicalresearch.org

09/20/2026

Perfect weather + ICT Open Streets on Douglas = the ideal Sunday! Come join us on Douglas Ave. We're here until 4 PM!

09/19/2026

Come see the WMREF team at Open Streets ICT this Sunday! 🎉

We’ll be set up in front of East High School. Take your turn on the PLINKO board to win prizes, and learn more about Wichita Medical Research and Education Foundation and our programs and initiatives.

The fun starts at Noon!

MAKE A STOP AT EAST HIGH! There’s even more to explore as you make your way down Douglas during Open Streets ICT! Be sure to check out the East High Hub, where you’ll find a great mix of local organizations, businesses, food vendors and community resources.

Sunday, September 20 | 12–4 PM
East High School | Douglas Ave.

Grab a bite or a sweet treat, connect with organizations doing great things in Wichita, discover local resources and enjoy everything happening around East High.

Whether you’re walking, biking, rolling or strolling, take your time and explore each hub along the Open Streets ICT route. You never know what you’ll discover!

Eat. Connect. Explore. Keep moving down Douglas! Plan your Open Streets ICT adventure at openstreetsict.com.
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09/18/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 41st Annual Townsend Cardiovascular Nursing Symposium!

Thank you to our presenters and exhibitors for bringing your energy, insights, and passion for advancing heart health. Focusing on this year's theme, "Lethal Lines and Leaky Pipes”, together we explored crucial updates, clinical insights, and strategies for navigating complex vascular and cardiovascular conditions.

A special and heartfelt thank you goes out to our outstanding planning committee. Your dedication, leadership, and vision behind the scenes made this event seamless and impactful from start to finish!

Visit the WMREF website for future continuing education healthcare conferences and symposiums!

09/14/2026

If you couldn't attend the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) Open House this weekend about the contaminated groundwater cleanup at 29th and Grove, you can still stay informed.

Visit the official KDHE website for the latest progress reports and information on the 29th and Grove site: www.kdhe.ks.gov/1938. Also, visit Clearway Testing for free health testing locations and community testing events.

During the KWCH segment, our Executive Director highlighted the vital importance of community health and encouraged impacted residents to get tested.

Decades after a railroad spill near the 29th and Grove neighborhood in Wichita, KDHE is moving forward with a plan to clean up groundwater contaminated with a cancerous chemical.

At an open house on Saturday, KDHE shared the plan with community members.