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Payment Types Accepted
Please see the following payment options Children’s Mercy offers below: Payment Types Accepted Can I pay with cash or check at my appointment? What credit cards are accepted? How can I pay my bill? What...
Favorite children’s books for all ages
The saying goes “reading is good for the mind and soul.” Books can expand your imagination and transport you to new places, take you on adventures and teach lessons along the way. Below, see some...
Dr. Robin Shook Receives Grant from The Kansas City Royals Foundation to Create a Central Repository for Youth Physical Activity
The project’s aim is to create a free, public facing, searchable central repository of youth physical activity programs in the Kansas City region. This comprehensive database will be available to all...
Wearables in Research
The Research Informatics and Data Science team led by Mark Hoffman, PhD, Chief Research Information Officer, is an example of a group that collaborates with researchers throughout the CMRI. The team provides...
Siblings helping siblings thrive
A sibling is often called a built-in best friend. The hope for parents is that the bond will continue with your children through all phases of life. But a new addition to the family also means a new role...
Fever Management
Fever is expected at the end of life but does not necessarily indicate infection or inflammation. Symptomatic treatment using antipyretics, cool sponges, and fans can help make the person more comfortable.
End of Life Resources and Support
When a child dies booklet Guides for parents: End of life for your child: Preparing, Part 1 End of life for your child: What to expect, Part 2 Understanding nutritional needs These pathways do not establish...
Azadeh Wickham Receives PCS Research Grant to Study Clean Intermittent Catheterization Determinants and Adherence
The aim of this study is to describe the rate of clean intermittent catheterization adherence and correlate determinants to clean intermittent catheterization adherence in caregivers of pediatric patients...
End of Life Cultural, Legal & Ethical Aspects of Care
CMKC policies to refer to: Disagreement Resolution Surrounding Redirection of Care Moral and Religious Objections to Care AAP Policy Statements for End of Life: Forgoing Life-Sustaining Medical Treatment...
Psychological Symptom Management
Symptoms Treatment Delirium Delirium is a disturbance in consciousness and cognition characterized by changes in mental status with impaired attention, awareness, and cognition. Hyperactive...
Starting Doses of Opioids
Titrate dose and frequency to maintain adequate symptom control. Dose and frequency increases may need to be very aggressive during the active dying process. There is no absolute maximum dose for opioid...
Administrative Internship
Apply for Undergraduate Internship Apply for Graduate Internship Overview Children’s Mercy is pleased to offer a paid undergraduate and graduate summer internship for Summer 2026. Our graduate summer...
Abstract: Impact of Moderate-to-vigorous Physical Activity on Continuous Glucose Monitor-derived Metrics in Youth with Type 1 Diabetes
Kelsey Panfil1, Erin M. Tallon1, Brent Lockee1, David D. Williams1, Susana R. Patton2, Mark A. Clements1 1Children’s Mercy (Kansas City, MO), 2Nemours Children's Health, (Jacksonville, FL) Background...
Abstract: Enhanced Classification of Diabetes Status and Type Using Structured Data from Nationwide U.S. Electronic Health Records: A High-Throughput Approach
Erin M. Tallon, PhD, RN1,2; Grant Scott, PhD2,3; Cintya Schweisberger, DO1; Joseph T. Cernich, MD1; Ryan McDonough, DO1; Camila Manrique-Acevedo, MD4; Mark A. Clements, MD, PhD1; Chi-Ren Shyu...
Abstract: Evaluation of Child Opportunity Index 2.0 as a Predictor for Hemoglobin A1c in Youth with Type 1 Diabetes
Hamp Henning1, Kelsey Panfil1, Brent Lockee1, David D. Williams1, Erin M. Tallon1, Anna R. Kahkoska2, Angelica Cristello Sarteau2, Craig Vandervelden1, Susana R. Patton 3, Mark A. Clements1 1Children’s...
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Dr. Mark Clements Receives JDRF Award to Study Psychosocial Technology for Youth with Type 1 Diabetes
Dealing with T1D can cause psychosocial burdens (depression, diabetes distress, anxiety, fear of hypoglycemia, family conflict) in adolescent and young adults. If not addressed, these issues can result in...
Abstract: Bioinformatic Evaluation of Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) Engagement and Disengagement Durations in Relation to the Child Opportunity Index 2.0 in Youth with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
Craig Vandervelden1, Kelsey Panfil1, Brent Lockee1, David D. Williams1, Erin M. Tallon1, Anna R. Kahkoska2, Angelica Cristello Sarteau2, Susana R. Patton3, Mark A. Clements1 1Children’s Mercy (Kansas...
4 things to know about seasonal allergies
We may still be seeing some chilly days, but allergies are in full effect. Chances are, if you’re not sneezing and itching, someone in your family is. Despite how common seasonal allergies are, many people...
Abstract: Hemoglobin A1c Trajectories Following Diagnosis of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) in a Cohort of Children from Canada and the U.S.
Gonzalo Dominguez Menendez1, Melissa Braschel1, Kelsey Panfil2, Crystal Ng1, Brent Lockee2, Ryan Mcdonough2, Jeffrey Bone1, Mark Clements2, Shazhan Amed1 1BC Children’s Hospital, Pediatric...