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Is my child too short? And other things explained by a pediatric endocrinologist
Many kids aren’t as tall as their classmates, both boys and girls. Often, parents worry that height might affect their kid’s ability to play sports, how their friends treat them, their self-esteem and even...
Developmental Resources
Your family may find some of these resources helpful as you explore new ways to support your child's development. Developmental Resources Apps Websites BabySparks app: For birth to 2 Some free content...
Neck Conditions
Neck conditions can be complicated. In some cases, your child may need the expertise of multiple specialists to correctly diagnose and treat the condition. Children’s Mercy has all the specialists your...
Center for Pectus Excavatum and Pectus Carinatum at Children’s Mercy
Pectus excavatum (sunken chest) and pectus carinatum (protruding breastbone) are the two most common chest wall anomalies in children. The Center for Pectus Excavatum and Pectus Carinatum at Children’s...
Link Newsletter - April 2023
Our April issue features the latest news and updates on pediatric care from Children's Mercy clinicians. We want to hear from you! Do you have ideas, questions or suggestions for future articles in The...
Pectus Excavatum
¿Qué es el pectus excavatum? Recursos Si su hijo desarrolla un tórax hundido, lo que se conoce como pectus excavatum, es probable que otro miembro de la familia también haya tenido...
Healthy Homes Training Opportunities
Workshops for community groups and professional healthy home training courses for health workers, housing, public health and environmental professionals.
Supporting Our Schools
Our commitment to do more for kids is at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we are dedicated to partnering with schools to help the kids in our community. From our Athletic Training Program to...
Spinal Cord Injuries
What is a spinal cord injury (SCI)? A spinal cord injury occurs when there is a disruption of the nerves of the spinal cord. This can happen in a variety of ways; some examples are: Trauma (ex. motor...
Gymnast Wrist
Gymnast wrist (distal radial epiphysitis) is a term used to describe an overuse injury involving the growth plate of the radius (the forearm bone that connects to the wrist). This overuse has been...
Mealtime Strategies
Children are most successful when meals and snacks are scheduled and offered when the child is hungry. Mealtime strategies for children Meals should be routine and reliable Children should have 3 meals...
5 simple steps to keep your kids germ-free
Now that back to school time is in full swing, so are the germs! It might sound simple, but handwashing is truly like a “do-it-yourself” vaccine that stops the spread of germs. In fact, regular handwashing...
Tips for healthy to-go snacks
We’ve all been there. You’re not quite home yet, but you know that if your kid doesn’t eat something in the next 5 minutes, all you-know-what will break loose.
Faculty and Fellows - Adolescent Medicine Fellowship
The faculty in the Division of Adolescent Medicine at Children's Mercy is a diverse and experienced group of mentors, representing a wide variety of academic interests. Program Director Andrea Nos, MD...
Liver Transplant: Marissa's Story
Marissa's rare liver tumor meant she needed chemotherapy and a transplant. Now she's thriving and healthy thanks to the Children's Mercy medical team.
Add safety to your sprucing this spring
Nearly 4 million kids across the country take a trip to the emergency department each year for injuries that happen at home. Even more eye-opening: many of them can be prevented. While January gets...
Baclofen Pump Program
Intrathecal Baclofen Pump Program The Children's Mercy intrathecal baclofen (ITB) pump works with patients who require a baclofen pump to treat cerebral palsy, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and...
Link Newsletter - February 2023
Our February issue features the latest news and updates on pediatric care from Children's Mercy clinicians. We want to hear from you! Do you have ideas, questions or suggestions for future articles in The...
Nutrition for Heart Health
Avoiding added sugar for heart health Sugar not naturally found in food products, but added during processing and preparation. This does not include natural sugar found in fruits and milk. Decreasing...
By bus, by bike, by car...oh my! Get to school safely - no matter how you travel
School is back in session! Ensuring all kids make it to and from school safely is everyone’s responsibility. We recommend sitting down and speaking with your kids this back-to-school season to make sure...