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Greetings, physicians and other healthcare leaders, and welcome to the latest issue of MD News Greater Kansas. Providing high-level, specialized care is a multipronged endeavor. It requires the expertise of an experienced, compa ssionate tea m; t he ava i labi lit y of adva nced technolog y; and close partnerships with primary care physicia ns. A r thritis a nd R heumatolog y Clinics of Kansas (ARCK) has brought together all those elements to deliver e‚ective care to patients from throughout the region. Our cover feature explores how ARCK works to both address symptoms and optimize function among its patients — as well as how early referra ls play a vita l role in successful outcomes. In one of our special features, we learn how patients at Via Christi Hospital St. Francis in Wichita are benefiting from the world's first fully dissolving stent. The Absorb stent is completely resorbed about three yea rs af ter implantation. This technology represents a major advance in the level of cardiac care available in the region. Also in this issue, James A.M. Smith, DO, explains how a thorough, proper diagnosis of peripheral artery disease is crucial to providing patients e‚ective treatment and helping restore their qua lity of life. In addition, we highlight new evidence of bariatric surgery's positive e‚ect on physical activity and function, and we examine the question of when pediatric orthopedic patients should transition to adult-care providers. Be sure to check out News from around the State, as well, to keep up with other important happenings in hea lth care. T he a dv a nc e d t e c h n ique s a n d t r e at ment s your organization provides and the experienced clinicians who perform them can attract refer- rals regionwide. Contact me at 620-249-7462 or jnorris@mdnews.com to strategize about lever- aging MD News' diverse platforms to publicize your capabilities. Happy reading, Jerod Norris Publisher: Jerod Norris Managing Editor: Steve‡Barrett Contributing Writers: Sarah Gooding, Will Klusener Contributing Photographers: Alex Battitori, Will Klusener, T&J Studios Chief Executive Officer: Jim Hobson Chief Marketing Officer: Jason Skinner Vice President of Operations: Tyler Hardekopf In Memoriam: Robert J. Brennan, Founder Account Manager: Debra‡Branson Creative Director: Eric Jackson Designer: Michael‡Simmons Creative Services: Mariela‡Cosentino, Sandee‡Curry, Jamie‡Dent, Jenny Havron, Valerie‡Lauer, Emily‡Main, Jacob‡Moore, Brian‡Norman, Jennifer‡Oncay, Kimmi‡Patterson, David‡Smith, Jesse‡Thompson Production: Andrea Hull Financial Services: Ashley Byrd Audience Development: Debbie Dodski MD News is published by True North Custom 5600 Brainerd Road, Suite 1 Chattanooga, TN 37411 423-266-3234 | truenorthcustom.com Although ever y precaution is taken to ensure accuracy of published materials, MD News cannot be held responsible for opinions expressed or facts supplied by its authors. Copyright 2016, True North Custom. All rights reser ved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. The healthcare providers featured in MD News comply with applicable Federal laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex. P O S T M A S T E R : Please send notices on Form 3579 to 5600 Brainerd Road, Suite 1, Chattanooga, TN 37411. Advertise in MD News For more information about advertising in the MD News Greater Kansas edition, contact Jerod Norris at 620- 249-7462 or jnorris@mdnews.com. Contact Information Send press releases and all other information related to this local edition of MD News to jnorris@mdnews.com. Greater Kansas 05-849 PUBLISHER from the ............................................... Jerod Norris PUBLISHER Greater Kansas ............................................... jnorris@mdnews.com 620-249-7462 ............................................... @MDNewsGRTKansas COMING UP In our next issue, we will discuss some of the ins and outs of investing in medical real estate. Don't miss it. Also in our February/March issue, we'll be examining women's health, and we'll have a spe - cial section on cardiology. We are now reserving ad space! The deadline is Jan. 19. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from my family to yours. We thank you for making MD News Greater Kansas a part of your practice as we head into our ninth year of publishing. Thank you for your continued support!