Kansas Emergency Physicians

KEP is a physician-owned Emergency Medicine group providing 24/7 expert emergency care to the greater Kansas City area.

About KEP

KEP is a private, democratic emergency medicine group serving the greater Kansas City area since 1988. Our team includes over 40 board-certified Emergency Medicine Physicians and 13 Advanced Practice Clinicians. We proudly serve multiple hospitals across the region, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care 24/7. Our democratic model ensures every physician has a voice, and our collaborative culture drives both clinical excellence and long-term stability. At KEP, we are committed to supporting our communities, our hospitals, and each other.

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Our Leadership

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    Timothy Chilcote, M.D.

    President

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    Sara Cross, M.D.

    Chair of Emergency Medicine