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4 Summer job ideas for kids
While many kids are looking forward to the summer break as a chance to relax and have fun, some might want to earn some play money. Summer jobs are usually thought of as lawn mowing and lifeguarding, but I...
Ways to support LGBTQ children experiencing discrimination
Wanting your child to feel included, loved and supported is one of the top hopes for any parent. When children are discriminated against, it can leave both the family and the child feeling targeted and...
Genomic Answers for Kids: Sharing Project Data
Genomic Answers for Kids uses new and innovative ways to share project data, publications, and guide researchers on accessing the data.
Patient Progression Hub
What is the Patient Progression Hub The Patient Progression Hub is a 6,000-square-foot hospital operations center that uses data intelligence, predictive analytics and real-time data to optimize care...
Behavioral Pain Innovations Lab
About the Team The Behavioral Pain Innovations Lab is dedicated to conducting research that improves the effectiveness and reach of behavioral pain treatments for youth affected by chronic pain. Chronic...
Dental Clinic
Children's Mercy provides comprehensive oral health care for infants and children, including those who can't receive services elsewhere due to insurance or special health care needs. Learn more.
Rehabilitation for Amplified Pain Syndromes (RAPS) Program
The Rehabilitation for Amplified Pain Syndromes (RAPS) program treats children with severe pain and disability. RAPS provides a solution for patients who have tried outpatient treatment methods without...
GI Procedures: What to Expect
Children’s Mercy can provide all the gastrointestinal (GI) procedures your child may need so their health care team can understand and treat their condition. With a team of specialists who love working...
Valet Parking FAQ
Patient and Family Valet Parking FAQ When and where is valet parking available? How does valet parking work? How long will I wait for my car? Is there a cost to use valet parking? Do I need to tip the...
4 Children’s Mercy Investigators Receive Masonic Cancer Alliance Grants to Advance Pediatric Cancer Research
Four researchers at Children’s Mercy received Partners Advisory Board grants from the Masonic Cancer Alliance, the outreach network of The University of Kansas Cancer Center. The funding totaled $998,818...
Neonatal Research: Hazel’s Story
Born at just 24 weeks and weighing less than a pound, Hazel’s fight for life began the moment she entered the world. From emergency surgery to months in the NICU, her journey is a reminder of how expert...
Ischemic Brain Injury on ECMO Neuromonitoring and Neuroprotection
Neuromonitoring Techniques to aid in the early recognition of worsening neurological function Neurological examination A comprehensive neurological examination, including pupillary reactions and changes...
Liver transplant: Olivia’s story
“She’s like a brand-new baby!” says Ciera, Olivia’s mom. Olivia was diagnosed with biliary atresia at 3 weeks old. She had a Kasai procedure to reroute blocked bile from her liver, but like 1/3 of these...
Rare Disease Resources
The Genetics team and the Rare Patient Family Advisory Council at Children's Mercy have collected a range of resources to help families find extended support within the community. These resources...
Evelyn's Story - FHC
Meet Evelyn Baby Evelyn Hannah spent her 27th birthday — and her daughter, Evelyn’s 6-month birthday — at Children’s Mercy, waiting. And waiting. And waiting. Evelyn was in the operating room getting a new...
Fetal Health Center and NICU: Birdie and Erika’s Story
First-time mom Erika has been through a lot with her daughter Birdie. From delivering in our Fetal Health Center to several months in the NICU and multiple surgeries, Erika knows the hospital so well that...
Trauma Informed Care
Every child and family deserves emotionally safe, trauma-informed care. What does that mean? We know that children and families have faced events in their past or have current stressors. Stressful events...
Information About Opioids
Important facts to know when taking opioids Opioids are an effective option for pain relief after surgery or for the treatment of a chronic condition. However, they can also lead to addictive behavior and...
Community Programs with Children's Mercy
Being a leader in children’s health means doing our part to make sure the Kansas City region is a healthy place to grow up. Children’s Mercy engages in meaningful programs, opportunities and partnerships...
Two Children’s Mercy Researchers Named Frontiers CTSI FY23 KL2 Scholars
Two Children’s Mercy Researchers received the FY23 KL2 Mentored Career Development Award from the National Institutes of Health (National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences) via a University of...