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Pediatric Bioethics: Delivering Serious or Bad News
Column Author: Candyce H Greene, MD, MPH, MSW | Pediatric Bioethics Fellow Column Editor: Brian S. Carter, MD | Interim Director, Bioethics Center; Department Chair, Department of Medical...
Evidence Based Strategies: Best Practices and Evidence Regarding Emergent Management of GI Bleeds
Column Author: Sarah Gwazdacz, MD | Chief Resident Column Editor: Angela D. Etzenhouser, MD, FAAP | PHM Director of Safety, PHM Director of Safety; Associate Program Director...
Spring forward into great sleep!
If there is one consistent thing most parents dread…it’s the clocks changing. While you might be looking forward to longer days and more sunshine, you’re probably also grappling with the challenges of...
March
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Car Seat FAQs
Car Seat Frequently Asked Questions Why is using only a lap-shoulder or lap belt not safe for my young child? What are my car seat choices? How can I find out about my state car seat law? Is one car seat...
Operation Breakthrough
At Children’s Mercy, we believe every kid has amazing potential. That’s why we partner with Operation Breakthrough, an early education center and social service facility located at 31st and Troost (3039...
Sports Medicine Locations
When your child is treated by the sports medicine team at Children’s Mercy, they aren’t just getting excellent care designed specifically for growing bodies. In addition to their clinical care, your child...
Teen Advisory Board
PFAC Teen Advisory Board Logo The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is a group of teens and young adults who provide valuable input and feedback to Children’s Mercy. TAB members have personal experience in the...
Pharmacy Internship
The Children’s Mercy Clinical Pharmacy Intern Program is designed to allow currently enrolled pharmacy students to grow professionally and academically while being immersed in a clinical hospital pharmacy...
Toxicology Laboratory
The Children's Mercy toxicology laboratory serves the greater Kansas City area with clinical and forensic toxicology testing using a variety of methodologies and techniques.
Cochlear Implant Program
The Cochlear Implant program at Children’s Mercy is a partnership between our ENT and audiology teams. If you have a child who is deaf or hard of hearing, we can help you determine if a cochlear implant is...
Medical Social Work Services
Medical Social Workers are located throughout the hospital and ambulatory settings at Children's Mercy and provide comprehensive assessment of psychological and social factors impacting health...
Inside Pediatrics
Go inside the inspiring stories of Children's Mercy Every child at Children’s Mercy has an inspiring story. Go inside the clinics and operating rooms at one of the best children’s hospitals...
Tips for Parents of a Child with a Disability or Chronic Health Condition
Plan ahead Talk to your child’s doctors about transition to adult medical care. Many pediatric doctors are unable to take care of your child once they become an adult. It’s important to plan the...
Continuing Education
Never stop building your skill set. Learning is a lifelong process, especially for health care professionals. Children's Mercy provides comprehensive resources for physicians and providers from all...
State of the Art Pediatrics: 2025: A New Year for Obesity Treatment
Column Authors: Sarah Hampl, MD, FAAP | Director, Advocacy, Center for Children's Healthy Lifestyles & Nutrition Brooke Sweeney, MD, FAAP, FACP, DABOM | Medical Director, Weight Management...
Wise Use of Antibiotics: Debunking Some Antibiotic Myths
Column Authors: Rana El Feghaly, MD, MSCI | Associate Chair, Ambulatory & Regional Quality Improvement, Department of Pediatrics; Director, Outpatient Antimicrobial Stewardship Program...
The Link - February 2025
Our February issue features the latest news and updates on pediatric care from Children's Mercy clinicians. The Link - February 2025 Evidence Based Strategies: Best Practices and Evidence Regarding...
Rare Disease
Our highly trained clinicians focus on multi-disciplinary care for numerous rare diseases. Children’s Mercy is the best place in the region for rare disease diagnosis, treatment and research.
Lynette Lartey Receives Grant to Learn How Doulas, Community Health Workers (CHWs) Culturally Broker Communication for Pregnant Clients
Drawing on surveys and interviews with doulas and community health workers (CHWs), the study aims to explore the facilitators and barriers that these two types of birth workers face working in Kansas when...