KAOM 2026 Fall Conference
- OMM Workshops
- Pre- and Post-op
- Knee
- Elbow
- Wrist
- Shoulder
- Hip
- Lower Back
- AI in Medicine
- Digital Health and Telemedicine
- Rural Transformation
- Additional emerging and timely topics
Featured Conference Speaker
Dr. Tiffany Masson is a psychologist, higher education leader, and advisor whose work focuses on artificial intelligence governance and organizational leadership.
As Founding President of Kansas Health Science University, she led the development and launch of Wichita’s osteopathic medical school while helping address healthcare workforce needs across Kansas.
In her current work, she advises executives and institutions on AI strategy, governance, risk, and implementation, with a particular focus on leadership accountability and building trust in rapidly changing technological environments.
Her career also includes senior leadership roles in higher education, forensic psychology practice, and the development of international trauma-informed training initiatives.
KAOM Leadership Awards
Congratulations to the recipients of the 2026 KAOM Awards! At our Spring Conference, KAOM recognized excellence in osteopathic medicine in Kansas with our inaugural awards program.
*Now the Dr. Robert Frayser Leadership Award, established in honor of the late Dr. Frayser.
In Memory of Dr. Robert FrayserNominate a Colleague for Awards
Help us celebrate the outstanding members of our osteopathic community.
Submit a nomination to recognize a colleague or student whose contributions have made a meaningful impact.
Submit Your Nomination Here
Call for Submissions
KAOM is excited to welcome Kansas residency programs and residents to participate in our 2026 Fall Conference, taking place November 13-14, 2026, at the Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine in Wichita, KS.
We encourage residents to share research, innovative projects, and clinical initiatives in poster form with colleagues from around the state.
Space is limited, and interested participants are encouraged to reach out to Kristi at kaom@kansasdo.org as soon as possible.
Seeking Poster Presentations on These Topics:
KS-ACOFP News
Congratulations to Dr. Daryl Callahan
A huge congratulations to Dr. Daryl Callahan on being honored with the designation of Fellow of the ACOFP.
Dr. Callahan is pictured above being hooded by KAOM President, Dr. Mary Franz.
The ACOFP Fellow designation (FACOFP) recognizes osteopathic family physicians whose careers reflect sustained excellence and service to the profession. Awarded to physicians with a proven record of leadership, professional involvement, and contributions to education, research, and patient care, Fellowship represents a significant achievement within osteopathic family medicine.
Upcoming KS-ACOFP Events
Course: OMT Next Level
KS and MO ACOFP are pleased to jointly present OMT: Next Level to assist in learning and maintaining key OMT practices.
- August 22nd, 2026
- Kansas City University
- More details to come
TopGolf Social
Join colleagues from across the state for a fun afternoon of golf, networking, and camaraderie at the TopGolf Social hosted jointly by KS and MO ACOFP.
- September, 2026
- More details to come
ACOFP 63rd Annual Convention and Scientific Seminars
Browse the full photo gallery on our website .
AOA House of Delegates
KAOM is proud to present a resolution to define antisemitism to the House of Delegates.
Click here to see full document
Healthcare News
Rural Hospital Financial Instability
Kansas continues to face significant rural hospital challenges. Recent reporting highlights concerns about hospital closures, workforce shortages, reimbursement pressures, and the long-term impact of Medicaid policy changes. Kansas has been identified as one of the states with the greatest number of financially vulnerable rural hospitals.
Read More HereMaternal Mortality Prevention
Kansas Connecting Communities is promoting a statewide maternal mortality prevention conference, reflecting increased attention on maternal health outcomes across Kansas. July 29-30 in Kansas City.
Read More and Register HereWorkforce Shortages Continue Across Kansas and Missouri
Healthcare leaders throughout the region are focused on recruiting and retaining physicians, nurses, and other clinicians, particularly in rural communities. Recent state and regional initiatives emphasize workforce development as a top priority.
Major Kansas City Insurance Network Dispute Resolved
Kansas City patients received positive news when NKC Health and Blue KC reached an agreement to keep hospitals and clinics in-network. Many patients had been facing potential disruptions in coverage beginning June 1. Network disputes have become increasingly common nationwide, making this a notable local win for patients.
Read More HereMedicaid and State Health Plan Changes Under Scrutiny
- Debate continues around future Medicaid policy and Medicaid expansion.
- Kansas officials are evaluating future contracts for the State Employee Health Plan, potentially affecting tens of thousands of beneficiaries.
- Hospitals continue assessing how federal healthcare policy changes could affect reimbursement and patient access.