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Acute Care Cardiology Unit
Resources The Acute Care Cardiology Unit (ACCU) is an inpatient unit at the Children's Mercy Adele Hall campus. The ACCU cares for patients with cardiac disease, whether it was present at birth...
Parenting in the age of AI
Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept; it is a part of our daily lives. Whether it is the voice that answers your questions on a smart speaker or the app that recommends your next...
Red Flag Signs
RED FLAGS to consider: Meconium not passed in first 48 hours as a newborn Onset before 1 month of age Family history of Hirschsprung disease Blood in the stools with fever Failure to thrive Abnormal lower...
Mental Health: Anxiety Management in Pediatric Practice: Evidence-Based Approaches
Column Author: Sara Anderson, MD, MPH | Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine Column Editor: Trent Myers, MD | Assistant Professor of...
Children's Mercy Research Partners Select Two Research Projects to Accelerate at 2025 Pitch Party
At the sixth annual Mercy Research Partners Pitch Party held in April 2025, the group selected two research projects, out of five pitches and 23 applicants, to accelerate.
Emergency preparedness tips every family should know
Most parents don’t want to consider worst case scenarios. Thinking of your family encountering a natural disaster, fire or the like is scary, but a little preparation can ease worries and help make sure...
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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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.
Your Experience
We keep your days and nights rewarding. So many factors contribute to what sets Children’s Mercy apart. But they all come down to designing a graduate medical experience that creates the best doctors...
Resources
Helpful tips for transition Practice three sentences that describe your health condition. Carry the names and phone numbers of your doctors, medical conditions, medicines and allergies with...
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...
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...
Frankie’s Story: Complications of Prematurity
Born at just 1.5 pounds, Frankie traveled to Kansas City for care at Children's Mercy, and now is thriving at home in Springfield, Mo.
Conversation Recommendations For HINE and Cerebral Palsy Diagnosis for Caregivers
Link to PDF of conversation recommendations and scripting 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...