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PGC News and Updates
Explore the latest news and updates about Children's Mercy, tailored specifically for Donald H. Chisholm Planned Giving Council members.
Pregnancy preparation: Your guide to a healthy start
Discover essential tips for pregnancy preparation to support your journey to parenthood with confidence and care at Children's Mercy.
Meet Abby Kietzman
Abby Kietzman, MS, ACRP-CP, Research Informatics Navigator, Research Informatics and Data Science, talks about what drew her to her current research career, her career goals, and much more.
Broad Food Allergy Testing
Recommendation: Broad food allergy panels are not recommended for routine use in pediatric patients with atopic dermatitis. Supporting Evidence: While food allergies are more common in young children...
Miller’s Story
Meet Miller miller cuddled During pregnancy, Mischia Kirkpatrick and her husband learned that their son, Miller, had an atrioventricular septal defect (AVSD). “He basically had a big hole in the middle...
Adult Volunteer
As one of our adult volunteers, you play a central role in creating a positive experience for patients and families during their time at Children’s Mercy. Our volunteers are stewards of our hospital...
Group Volunteers
Your company or community group can make a big difference for kids and families by volunteering for just a few hours! Learn more.
College Student Volunteer
Our student volunteer roles are highly competitive and registration can close within weeks of opening. Lean more.
Lice treatment: Understanding head lice
Learn effective lice treatment tips and how to identify and prevent lice in kids. Don't let these pests stress you out!
Type 1 Diabetes: Logan’s story
“Diabetes doesn’t slow me down!” says Logan, who was diagnosed with type 1 when he was 10. If you saw him on the hiking trail, you’d agree! Cutting-edge tech keeps his blood sugar levels stable. With help...
Neonatal Research: Hazel’s Story
Born at just 24 weeks and weighing less than a pound, Hazel’s fight for life began the moment she entered the world. From emergency surgery to months in the NICU, her journey is a reminder of how expert...
Drs. Jeffrey Colvin, Hank Puls Receive NIH Grant to Study Whether State Policies Improve the Health and Wellbeing of Children
This study will examine state safety net policies to identify whether they improved the health and wellbeing of children in families with low socioeconomic status. The team will research four policies...
Meet the Team
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Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH): Charlotte’s Story
Charlotte was diagnosed with an aggressive form of Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) at 9 months old, but a targeted treatment from Children’s Mercy has kept her LCH-free and thriving. Her care team...
Healthier eating in the new year is a resolution you can keep. No, really!
Be honest: How many days into the new year did you make it before you abandoned all those well-intentioned resolutions? It happens to the best of us. But as a parent, finding ways to implement healthier...
January
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Evidence Based Practice Team
Kathleen Berg, MD, FAAP, Medical Director View Story Todd Glenski, MD, MSHA, FASA, Medical Director View Story Jarrod Dusin, PhD, RD, LD, CPHQ , Director View Story Andrea Melanson, OTD, OTR/L, Program...
Top eczema myths parents should stop believing
Eczema myths can confuse parents. Uncover the truth and gain confidence in caring for your child's skin with our expert insights.
Ointment/Dry Skin/Bleach Bath
These pathways do not establish a standard of care to be followed in every case. It is recognized that each case is different, and those individuals involved in providing health care are expected to use...