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Visual Diagnosis: Acquired Lighter Patches
A 6-year-old boy presents for evaluation of light-colored patches on the skin. Approximately one year ago, his parents noticed a lighter patch on the left side of his neck as well as a similar area behind...
Digital Ischemia: Photos
Figure 1: Ischemic changes of the fingers (images courtesy of Carlos Martinez, MD, MPH, written permission obtained). These pathways do not establish a standard of care to be followed in every case.
Digital Ischemia: Guidance for Administration of OnabotulinumtoxinA (Botox®)
Note: Botox® will be ordered and administered by orthopedic hand surgeon. This is an off-label use of botulinum toxin. Preparation Steps: Evaluate need for sedation Gather supplies Botox 100 unit vial...
Evelyn's Story
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...
Acute Care Cardiology Unit
Resources The Acute Care Cardiology Unit (ACCU) is an inpatient unit at the Children's Mercy Adele Hall campus. The ACCU cares for patients with cardiac disease, whether it was present at birth...
Mental Health: Anxiety Management in Pediatric Practice: Evidence-Based Approaches
Column Author: Sara Anderson, MD, MPH | Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine Column Editor: Trent Myers, MD | Assistant Professor of...
13 parent-tested potty training tips
Potty training is a significant milestone in every child's development, but it can also be a challenging time for parents. Whether you're just starting out or looking for new strategies, you're...
Tips for Parents of a Child with a Disability or Chronic Health Condition
Plan ahead Talk to your child’s doctors about transition to adult medical care. Many pediatric doctors are unable to take care of your child once they become an adult. It’s important to plan the...
Cochlear Implant Program
The Cochlear Implant program at Children’s Mercy is a partnership between our ENT and audiology teams. If you have a child who is deaf or hard of hearing, we can help you determine if a cochlear implant is...
Car Seat FAQs
Car Seat Frequently Asked Questions Why is using only a lap-shoulder or lap belt not safe for my young child? What are my car seat choices? How can I find out about my state car seat law? Is one car seat...
Toxicology Laboratory
The Children's Mercy toxicology laboratory serves the greater Kansas City area with clinical and forensic toxicology testing using a variety of methodologies and techniques.
Center for Childhood Safety
Keeping kids safe starts with all of us. And there are countless opportunities to prevent injuries starting today and beginning at home. That is why Children's Mercy created the Center for...
NICU Family Resources
Children's Mercy offers a number of support resources for families, which you may find helpful during your family's stay in the NICU. Learn more about all resources available to...
Project ADAM: Become a Heart Safe School
Become a Heart Safe School with training for faculty and students to learn CPR, operate an AED and other skills to help a person experiencing a sudden cardiac arrest.
Sports Medicine Locations
When your child is treated by the sports medicine team at Children’s Mercy, they aren’t just getting excellent care designed specifically for growing bodies. In addition to their clinical care, your child...
Colorectal Center
Our team of surgeons and other experts take a collaborative approach to caring for children with colorectal malformations such as Hirschsprung disease and other pelvic floor disorders.
Infant Lung Center
The Infant Lung Center (ILC) exists to reduce pain and improve the quality of life for babies who are born with or later develop lung problems.
Asthma Reference Guide
The goal of this asthma care reference guide is to help clinicians provide quality care to children with asthma across the care continuum at Children's Mercy. This was done by summarizing national...
Rehabilitation Medicine: Outpatient Clinics
The Division of Rehabilitation Medicine operates a variety of clinics tailored to the specific needs of the children we serve. We provide outpatient services at several locations in the Kansas City...
In the Community
Wellbeing begins in the places where we live and work each day—our homes, schools and neighborhoods. That’s why Children’s Mercy is working to find new and innovative ways to improve the lives of children...