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Voiding Cystourethrogram (VCUG) After a Urodynamic Study
A VCUG helps your child’s doctor learn more about your child’s bladder, ureters and kidneys. This information will help prepare you and your child for a VCUG.
Privacy Policy
The Children's Mercy Hospital (“CMH”) has created this Privacy Policy to demonstrate its commitment to your privacy rights and protection of personally identifiable information. This Privacy Policy...
Our Mission
Four Pillars of the Rising T1DE Alliance Predict Intervene Implement Disseminate Targeting and predicting outcomes The Rising T1DE leverages advanced machine learning and natural language processing to...
Employment Policy
Resources Panel Children's Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A...
Significant Dates in the History of Children's Mercy
Dr. Alice Berry Graham 1897: Dr. Alice Berry Graham and her sister, Dr. Katharine Berry Richardson, open The Free Bed Fund Association for Crippled, Deformed and Ruptured Children with one bed in a women’s...
Developmental and Behavioral Health
The Developmental and Behavioral Health program at Children's Mercy helps children of all ages with developmental, psychiatric, psychological, and family therapy needs, providing coordinated care to a...
Financial Assistance
At Children's Mercy, we're here to support you every step of the way. Our Financial Counselors can help you find programs that may reduce the cost of your child's care. If you qualify for financial...
Complex Care Coordination
What is complex care? Children with complex medical conditions face certain risks when undergoing prolonged surgeries such as spinal fusion or involved hip surgeries. This program ensures children with...
Inguinal Hernia Surgery
An inguinal hernia in an infant or child is due to a persistent communication with the abdominal cavity. Inguinal (groin) hernias are the most common type of hernia in children. They occur in up to 5% of...
Patient and Family Engagement
The Patient and Family Engagement team partners with patients and families to improve the quality, safety, and experience of care for all children.
COVID-19 Vaccine at Children's Mercy
Children’s Mercy is following the vaccine rollout plans developed by Missouri and Kansas. Get information from our experts about the COVID-19 vaccine.
Gastroenterology
The Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology is nationally recognized for providing excellent care for children with intestinal, liver, and nutritional disorders. Our experienced team provides services based...
Cameron's Story
Cameron Christmas photo 24-year-old Cameron is a young man who is full of surprises. He may be quiet and shy when you first meet him, but if you mention one of his passions, like country music, bowling or...
Student Observerships
Observerships remain limited in length to 1 day or a combined 8 hours. Medical Student Observerships It is possible to arrange a half-day to a full-day observership under the supervision of a faculty member...
Opioid Use Screening
Opioid Use Name What is the name of the medication or illicit drug you have been taking? (e.g., "percs") Amount How many pills or how much liquid have you been taking? How many times per day?
Vaccine Update: Catch-Up Immunization Recommendations in Preparation for Vaccine Interest
Column Author: Yvonne M Carter, MSN, APRN II, FNP-C Column Editor: Angela L. Myers, MD, MPH | Chief Wellbeing Officer, Center for Wellbeing, Professor of Pediatrics, University...
Wise Use of Antibiotics: Incorporating Quality Improvement into a Busy Clinic
Quality improvement (QI) is essential for all health care providers and staff, as it fosters a culture of excellence and ensures the highest standards of patient care. The American Academy of Pediatrics...
Heart Transplant: Alex and Jaymeson’s stories
Alex and Jaymeson (Jay) bonded over a very unique shared experience: They both received heart transplants at Children’s Mercy Kansas City in February 2024 — less than a week apart!
Kid safety 101 for grandparents
Grandparents, you’re a vital part of your grandkids’ lives — and an essential source of mental health respite for parents, too. The Children’s Mercy 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment found there are...
Anthony's Story
Meet Anthony Anthony in football uniform For 12 years and two days, Anthony and his family waited for an effective treatment for the vascular malformation on his face, which affected his appearance...