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Evidence-Based Strategies for Common Clinical Questions July 2021
As was discussed in last month’s LINK column on evidence-based practice, children are disproportionately affected by secondhand smoke, and this exposure is detrimental to children’s health. The Surgeon...
Evidence Based Strategies: Beyond the Tablet - Suboxone® Sublingual Films for Treating Opioid Withdrawal in Adolescents
Opioid use disorder (OUD) among adolescents and young adults is a growing public health concern.1-3 Each year, thousands of young individuals face the challenges of opioid dependence, withdrawal, and the...
Dr. Maria Deza Leon Receives Funding to Accurately Predict Pediatric Surges, Improve Hospital Preparedness
This project will evaluate the predictive capacity of two approaches for forecasting hospital surges: community surveillance in schools and air sampling in hospital settings.
Cerumen Removal
References Dinces, E. A. (2025). How to remove cerumen manually and with irrigation. In the Merck Manual Professional Version. Merck & Co., Inc. Retrieved September 24, 2025, from...
Irrigation for Ear Foreign Body Removal
References Cantu, M. (2024). Foreign bodies of the ear, nose, airway, and esophagus. In D. M. Kamet (Ed.), Quick reference guide to pediatric care (3rd ed., pp. 481-424). American Academy of Pediatrics.
Faculty - Pediatric Emergency Medicine Fellowship
Our Pediatric Emergency Medicine Fellowship Program is led by highly experienced, knowledgeable clinicians who are committed to helping fellows become leaders in the field of pediatric emergency medicine.
Medical Interpreter Programs
Children's Mercy is committed to being an established provider of Medical Interpreter training and continuing education offering comprehensive, competency based, and hands-on opportunities for students...
Emerging Principal Investigators: Dr. Emily Hurley
Motivated to help find solutions to global health crises such as HIV/AIDS, Emily Hurley, PhD, MPH, Health Services and Outcomes Research, pursued a career as a social scientist.
Autism Clinic
Comprehensive diagnostic services for children whose families suspect they may have autism or a related disorder. After a diagnosis, we can connect you with treatment and support services, training...
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...
Health Information Disclosure and Authorization Forms
For medical records requests, call (816) 234-3455 or log in to our Patient Portal. To submit the completed forms you can use mail, fax, or bring them in during your next visit. Find our contact information...
Urology
At Children's Mercy, we treat children with urinary and genital-tract diseases with compassionate care and innovative solutions. The program has earned recognition as one of the top programs in the nation...
Making Needle Procedures More Comfortable for Children
Facing a health care procedure that involves getting a shot can be scary for children and teens. At Children's Mercy, we have a plan called the Comfort Promise that can help make needle procedures...
Lifestyle Benefits
Lifestyle Spending Account (Wex) Each calendar year, team members receive up to $800 (full time) and $400 (part-time) to pay for expenses related to their wellbeing. You can use the account for child...
Food Assistance Resources in Kansas City
Find resources for your family and share with your community.
Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome: Sami’s story
Sami battled Superior Mesenteric Artery syndrome (SMAS) for 5 years with determination and positivity. Her care team tried many different approaches to resolve her SMAS and treat its underlying cause...
Avascular necrosis of the hip: Anthony’s story
Anthony was the first pediatric patient in the KC area to have an osteochondral allograft! This newer surgery helped heal bone tissue death in his right hip. One year later, he’s made a full recovery and...
Hearing and Speech
The Hearing and Speech Clinic at Children's Mercy is dedicated to providing exceptional care through the latest evidence-based practices and procedures, supported by state-of-the-art technology.
College and High School Student Observerships
Non-Medical Student (and Allied Health) Observerships Non-medical college students and high school students exploring a career in medicine or allied health can seek an observer experience at Children's...
ADHD Services
Children's Mercy offers care for families with children who have complex ADHD. Our specialists include clinical psychologists, developmental pediatricians, behavior analysts, nurse practitioners and child...