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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...
Children’s Mercy with Mercy in Springfield
Children’s Mercy is excited to collaborate with Mercy Hospital Springfield to bring world-class pediatric care to kids in southwest Missouri.
Julia's Story
Julia photo The last two years were rough for 14-year-old Julia. She had abdominal pain, nausea and lightheadedness that made her feel sick almost all the time. “I went to a variety of experts in my...
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.
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...
Dr. Kai Ling Kong Receives NEA Grant to Test Music-Based Program for Low-Income Families
The funding is to support a randomized-controlled feasibility study to test a music-based program for parents and children from low-income families in the U.S., looking at how it affects behavior...
Helping your child balance extracurricular activities
Kids today are busier than ever. Sports, music, clubs and more — there are so many great things to try. But how do you know when it’s too much? Keep reading to learn what to look for and how to have...
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Thread of Love – Rakhi: Aaradhya’s NICU Story Through the Eyes of Her Young Brother
Arjun wrote “Thread of Love” about his sister, Aaradhya, who spent time in the Children’s Mercy NICU. Rakhi is a Hindu festival celebrating the bond between siblings.
Children’s Mercy Kansas Expansion Plan
The $152 million expansion plan for Children’s Mercy Kansas will expand capacity, consolidate services and introduce new clinical programs.
Severe Constipation: McKinley’s Story
McKinley went from repeated hospitalizations and weeks of school absences to playing travel-team softball — with patient-focused care at the Comprehensive Colorectal Center (CCC) at Children’s Mercy. With...
Intracranial Hemorrhage on ECMO Neuromonitoring and Neuroprotection
Neuromonitoring Techniques to aid in the early recognition of worsening neurological function Neurological examination A comprehensive neurological examination, including assessment of pupillary reactions...
Employee Wellness Center Care Team
The Employee Wellness Center provides employees, their spouses and dependent adult children (ages 18 through 25) with convenient access to quality, affordable on-site health care.
“I don’t want to go to school:” What it really means – and how to help
As the new school year quickly approaches, many families are prepping for new routines —packing lunches, managing homework and adjusting to earlier bedtimes. But for some children, the return to school...
ECMO Management During Neurosurgical Procedure or Operation
Pre-procedure circuit considerations: Maintain venous flow as high as possible (at least > 500 mL) Maintain flow rate as high as possible (at least > 60 mL/kg/min) Have a clear primed circuit available...
Home Systemic Steroid Plan
If dexamethasone was administered, this may be adequate systemic steroid for the patient's asthma exacerbation. A second dose for home can be considered, but not strongly supported by evidence. If...
High Flow Nasal Cannula
If a patient is unable to tolerate nebulized medications via face mask due to behavioral discomfort with interface, albuterol may be nebulized through high flow nasal cannula (HFNC) at flows < 0.25...
10 Years of Clinical Whole Genome Sequencing at Children’s Mercy
Since its beginning, the CGGL has been part of hundreds of international collaborations and publications that further the field of genomics — and offer hope for kids everywhere. ...
Car Seat Program
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