Emergency Room
Emergency Room
Visitor guidelines
Starting Nov. 4, 2025: Due to multiple construction projects, we are allowing two caregivers to accompany our ER patients. This applies to both our Adele Hall ER (downtown) and Children’s Mercy Kansas ER.
Children’s Mercy provides the highest level of complex emergency care to children across the area through two emergency rooms and the region’s only Level I pediatric trauma center. More than 90 pediatric emergency medicine specialists and surgeons on staff are ready to care for your child. Services are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If your need is more urgent, please call 911.
Emergency room locations in downtown Kansas City and Overland Park
Construction Zone: Building better care for kids
Our Adele Hall emergency room (downtown) is under construction as we make updates and build our mental health crisis center. You may hear noises or feel vibrations during your visit.
We apologize for the disruption and thank you for your patience. These improvements will help us provide even better care for kids and families.
Children's Mercy Adele Hall Campus | Mildred Lane Kemper Emergency Center
2401 Gillham Road, Kansas City, MO
(816) 234-3430
Please note: the entrance to the emergency room is located on the east side of the hospital, off Holmes Road.
Parking at Children's Mercy Kansas
At Children’s Mercy Hospital Kansas, we’ve made it even easier for families to park. Lot A is now for visitors only and Lot C is for our healthcare workers. Emergency Department parking is available at Lots E and F. Signs and maps are available.
Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas | Tom Watson Emergency Center
5808 W. 110th, Overland Park, KS
(913) 696-8274
Why an emergency room for kids?
Children’s Mercy Emergency Rooms are designed to meet the unique needs of your child.
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More than 90 pediatric emergency medicine specialists and surgeons
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Two emergency departments
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The region's only Level I pediatric trauma center
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Pain control using Child Life comfort measures
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Small equipment designed specifically for kids
KC Parent Family Favorite
Children’s Mercy has been recognized on KC Parent’s Family Favorites 2024 list. This designation is based on over 30,000 votes from around the area. Children’s Mercy was recognized as having the best Emergency Room in the Kansas City community.
Children's Mercy Urgent Care
Children's Mercy Urgent Care provides care for children with minor injuries or illnesses that are not considered life threatening, but require prompt attention. We have three locations to serve you: Overland Park, East Kansas City and in the Northland.
No simple emergencies
When it comes to your child, there are no simple emergencies. We're here to help you 24-hours a day.
For health care professionals
For admissions, consults and transports, call (800) GO MERCY | (800) 466-3729.