University of Kansas Health System Saint Francis
University of Kansas Health System Saint Francis is a medical facility located in Topeka, KS. This hospital has been recognized for Joint Replacement Excellence Award™.
Patient Experience Rating
2% higher than the national average
Awards
Healthgrades awards tell you which hospitals deliver superior quality care. Healthgrades evaluates hospital performance using objective quality measures including clinical outcomes and patient safety, as well as patient experience.
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Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ (2025)
Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement
Hospital Quality
Clinical Ratings
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Complication Based Ratings
Pacemaker Procedures
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Valve Surgery
Mortality In-Hospital
Mortality within 30 days
Heart Failure
Mortality In-Hospital
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Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Mortality In-Hospital
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Coronary Interventional Procedures (Inpatient)
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Heart Attack
Mortality In-Hospital
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Complication Based Ratings
Diabetic Emergencies
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Respiratory Failure
Mortality In-Hospital
Mortality within 30 days
Pulmonary Embolism
Mortality In-Hospital
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Sepsis
Mortality In-Hospital
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Complication Based Ratings
Gallbladder Removal Surgery
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Colorectal Surgeries
Mortality In-Hospital
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Gastrointestinal Bleed
Mortality In-Hospital
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Pancreatitis
Mortality In-Hospital
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Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery
Mortality In-Hospital
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Bowel Obstruction
Mortality In-Hospital
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Mortality Based Ratings
Stroke
Mortality In-Hospital
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Complication Based Ratings
Total Knee Replacement
In Hospital
Hip Replacement
In Hospital
Hip Fracture Treatment
In Hospital
Complication Based Ratings
Outpatient Total Hip Replacement
In Hospital
Outpatient Rotator Cuff Repair
In Hospital
Outpatient Back and Neck Surgery (except Spinal Fusion)
In Hospital
Outpatient Total Knee Replacement
In Hospital
Complication Based Ratings
Outpatient Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Pneumonia
Mortality In-Hospital
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Mortality In-Hospital
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Complication Based Ratings
Spinal Fusion
In Hospital
Complication Based Ratings
Carotid Procedures
In Hospital
Patient Experience
Patient experience measures tell you how patients felt about the care they received at the hospital. These measures are based on the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
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National Average
Responsiveness of hospital staff
Percent of patients who said they always received help quickly from hospital staff
Communication with nurses
Percent of patients who said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
Care Transition
Percent of patients who said they understood their care needs when they left the hospital
Discharge Information
Percent of patients who said they were given information about recovering at home
Communication about medicines
Percent of patients who said that staff always explained medicines before giving them to patients
Communication with doctors
Percent of patients who said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
University of Kansas Health System Saint Francis
National Average
Quietness
Percent of patients who said the area around their rooms was always kept quiet at night
Cleanliness
Percent of patients who said their room and bathroom were always kept clean
Providers
Provider Reviews
Apr 12 2025
Review for Dr. Ghahramani
Rudest doctor I have ever been to. Very dismissive of problems that are clearly endocrinologist problems. Perhaps he needs a med school refresher and maybe one in bed side manner as well.
Apr 03 2025
Review for Dr. Abu Bakr
Dr. Abu Bakr is an exceptional physician who truly cares about his patients. He takes the time to listen, thoroughly explains treatment plans, and ensures that every patient receives the highest quality care. His expertise in endocrinology is evident, and his compassionate approach makes a real...
Apr 02 2025
Review for Dr. Abu Bakr
Dr. Gillen was great. Only seen him once besides the day of surgery. Other appointments was with other PA. All friendly but always had a long wait time. But what really stood out was a office lady that helped me so much with my paperwork trying to get my leave approved from my job. And my...
Kelly Mar 30 2025
Review for Dr. Gillen II
Orders medication changes without meeting patient. Adds unnecessary medications. Stay far away unless you are constipated because that appears to be his specialty.
Mar 29 2025
Review for Dr. Shipeng
Location
University of Kansas Health System Saint Francis
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Kansas Health System Saint Francis located?
University of Kansas Health System Saint Francis is located at 1700 SW 7th St, Topeka, KS 66606. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Has University of Kansas Health System Saint Francis won any recent awards from Healthgrades?
Yes, University of Kansas Health System Saint Francis has been awarded with Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ in the past two years.
Is University of Kansas Health System Saint Francis highly rated with patients?
67% patients recommend this hospital. See Healthgrades for detailed clinical ratings by specialty.
Does University of Kansas Health System Saint Francis score well in safety ratings?
Healthgrades tracks outcome ratings for 12 hospital services. View more details here.
How do I get in at University of Kansas Health System Saint Francis?
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How does University of Kansas Health System Saint Francis rank in terms of safety and outcomes?
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Dr. G and his staff were very caring during my Mohs surgery. I was worried about the pain and how my nose would look but everything turned out amazing. I can barely see any scar at all.