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Insurance Information for the Colorectal Center
We understand that you may already be worried about your child’s health, we don’t want you to also worry about the cost of their care. The Comprehensive Colorectal Center at Children’s Mercy is a very...
Addressing suicide risk as a parent
The thought of losing your child is one many caregivers try to avoid. And yet, suicide is the second leading cause of death for teens across the nation and in Kansas City. We want to help change this...
Wide World of Vaccines April 2021
I recently watched an episode of 20/20 featuring children who developed OCD, outbursts and tantrums, seizures, catatonia, and paranoia following a diagnosis of streptococcal pharyngitis. Some of the...
Snowplow Parenting
If you follow the news, you might have learned a new term in the past few weeks: “snowplow parenting.” You may have even looked in the mirror, gasped, and thought, “uh-oh...do I do that?”
Recursos de vídeo REACT
Los especialistas en epilepsia pediátrica de Children’s Mercy han preparado una biblioteca de videos educativos para que ustedes aprendan más sobre la epilepsia y cómo se pueden tratar y...
Urticaria Pigmentosa (Mastocytosis of the Skin)
What is Urticaria Pigmentosa (Mastocytosis of the skin)? Urticaria Pigmentosa (UP) is an uncommon rash that affects the skin of infants, children and young adults. The rash is made up of reddish-brown...
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Continue to provide public policy leadership to ensure that every child has access to quality health care Working in collaboration with the American Telemedicine Association on potential telemedicine...
Riley's Story
As 17-year-old Riley Pendleton sprints up and down the basketball court practicing with the Lincoln Prep Tigers, there’s little sign she’s suffered serious back-to-back leg injuries. The brace on her right...
Visual Diagnosis
A 3-year-old male presents to the emergency department (ED) for evaluation of a burn. Test your knowledge of how to classify and treat the burns.
Stroke: Ben's Story
Call it a mother’s intuition, but Amber McKinnon had an uneasy feeling the entire time she was pregnant that something just wasn’t right. Then on Jan. 13, 2017, baby Benjamin was born full term at Saint...
Resources for Researchers
Resources at Children’s Mercy Research Institute assist researchers and include everything from laboratory services to informatics programs and large-scale data repositories.
Halo Gravity Traction
American College of Surgeons Verified Center Halo gravity traction is a technique of applying traction to the spine pre-operatively through a metal ring (halo) that is attached to your child’s head. Not...
Focal Intracranial Infection
Clinical Pathways promote evidence based, safe, and high-value care for patients by providing clinical recommendations and standard processes. They are developed by multidisciplinary committees of subject...
Physical Activity for Heart Health
Physical activity, exercise, and limited sedentary time are important for a healthy lifestyle. Not only does physical activity help with keeping your heart healthy, but it also reduces insulin resistance...
Imagine Your Potential at Children's Mercy
Let’s connect at AAP to discuss a future opportunity with Children’s Mercy.
Bryson's Story
Catching that football one-handed and scoring is almost every player’s dream, and 14-year-old Bryson Ewart is no different. In fact, ever since he can remember, he’s played catch in the back yard with his...
Today’s forecast: Springtime storms and possible anxiety
April showers bring May flowers. But they can also bring bouts of anxiety. It’s normal for storms to be a little scary, but when does that become something to be concerned about?
IBD Team
Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Meet the Team Patient Review...
Asthma Guidelines - State-of-the-Art Pediatrics - July 2022
Guidelines for asthma care have recently changed. Help families understand when and why to use each type of inhaler for optimal asthma control.
Bylaws
The Accessibility & Rehab Patient Family Advisory Council will work in partnership with Children’s Mercy staff members to advocate on behalf of patients and families for the best quality of care. The...