Martin H Zink III, MD

Expert Publications

• Prazosin unmasks a renin response to intravenous para-chloroamphetamine.
• Adrenergic and nonadrenergic regulation of hindlimb blood flow during stress in rats.
• Functional status of the oldest-old in a home setting.

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Making a Significant Impact on the Lives of Countless Individuals

Dr. Zink is a highly respected cardiologist with a passion for providing exceptional patient care and advancing medical education. Since joining the esteemed staff at Saint Luke’s South Hospital in Overland Park, Kansas in 1999, he has been committed to empowering patients to make informed decisions about their cardiac and vascular health. His approach centers on explaining treatment options, risks, and benefits in a clear and understandable manner, allowing patients to actively participate in their care.

Raised in Hutchinson, Kansas, his academic journey led him to Texas Christian University before earning his MD and PhD in Pharmacology from the University of Kansas. After completing his internship and residency in internal medicine at Emory University Hospitals in Atlanta, Georgia, he pursued specialized training in cardiology and post-doctoral research at the University of Iowa Medical Center.

With board certifications in internal medicine, cardiology, and cardiac echocardiography from the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. his expertise lies in general cardiology, valvular heart disease, diseases of the aorta, and peripheral vascular disease. 

Among his other roles, Dr. Zink maintains hospital privileges at Allen County Regional Hospital, Saint Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City, Saint Luke’s North Hospital–Smithville, Saint Luke’s North Hospital–Barry Road, Saint Luke’s East Hospital, Anderson County Hospital, Wright Memorial Hospital, and Hedrick Medical Center.

Passionate about teaching, he serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, where he imparts his knowledge and expertise to future generations of medical professionals.

Dr. Zink’s dedication to patient-centered care, coupled with his commitment to medical education, exemplifies his unwavering passion for the field of cardiology. His steadfast advocacy for patient empowerment and holistic care continues to inspire both his colleagues and patients alike.

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