LMH Health

About LMH

At LMH Health, formerly Lawrence Memorial Hospital, our purpose is to be a partner for lifelong health. We were founded more than 100 years ago on the principle that everyone in our community is entitled to high-quality healthcare. Our health system includes a 174-bed not-for-profit hospital with the latest diagnostic and surgical technology, the new LMH Health West Campus facility, and 28 primary and specialty care clinics. Supported by more than 1,800 associates and 380 providers, we are dedicated to the health and wellness of our communities and it shows in our physician expertise, innovative care and high standards of clinical excellence.

We are proud of our work. LMH Health is part of a strategic clinical relationship with The University of Kansas Health System, creating clinical partnerships that increase access to specialty care in and around Douglas County. And we regularly earn national and regional honors for our high-quality service, including:

• The Joint Commission recognized LMH Health with Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Center. We’re also one of only two health systems in Kansas to receive Advanced Certification for Total Hip and Knee Replacement.
• LMH Health has earned accreditation from the Commission on Cancer (CoC), a quality program of the American College of Surgeons, and from the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC). These accreditations demonstrate our commitment to treating cancer and to maintaining levels of excellence in the delivery of comprehensive, patient-centered, multidisciplinary care.
• The American College of Cardiology awarded LMH Health with Heart Failure Accreditation in 2024 for our demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with heart failure.
• Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas recognizes LMH Health as a Blue Distinction Center+ for Knee and Hip Replacement, as well as for Maternity Care.

About Lawrence

Lawrence is the county seat of Douglas County, Kansas, which has a population of over 112,000. It is located 45 miles from Kansas City, 30 miles from state capital Topeka, and 45 miles from Kansas City International Airport (MCI). Lawrence is a city rich in arts, culture and history. Boaters, golfers, hikers, birdwatchers and bikers can find challenging recreational opportunities for the whole family with more than 50 local parks and Clinton Lake state park.

Lawrence USD 497 is a top 20 school district and the seventh largest in the state. Lawrence is also home to the University of Kansas and Haskell Indian Nations University, with several small public and private universities within a 60 mile radius.