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Interventional radiology procedure process
The picture below demonstrates the catheter set-up for a thrombolysis procedure These pathways do not establish a standard of care to be followed in every case. It is recognized that each case is...
Appendicitis Surgery
Symptoms of appendicitis Appendicitis is most common in children and teens, usually between ages 8 and 20. About one in 15 people in the United States will get appendicitis during their lifetime, making it...
Congenital Heart Defects
Children's Mercy has worked closely with the National Pediatric Cardiology Quality Improvment Collaborative and families to provide support and resources throughout your child's heart journey. We've...
Community Garden
In March of 2018, a community garden was established at Children’s Mercy. Started in conjunction with the Hunger Free Hospital Council and led by Shelly Summar, program manager with the Kansas City...
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...
Pediatric Orthopedics
Description: The Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery rotation is a four week experience with the orthopedic surgery department at CM. Students will learn about orthopedic conditions unique to children and...
Developmental and Behavioral Health Videos
Educational videos for patients and families from the Developmental and Behavioral Health Division at Children's Mercy Kansas City.
Tracheostomy Videos
Tracheostomy Education Videos How to perform manual ventilation How to change a trach tube How to suction a trach tube using an inline suction catheter How to suction a trach tube using an open suction...
Self-care for Emotional Health
With a new baby in the hospital, it can be easy to put care for yourself at the bottom of the list of all the things needing your attention. It can be easy to feel like the only way to get through the...
Intestinal Rehabilitation Program
The Children’s Mercy team works together to provide innovative nutritional, medical and surgical treatments that helps your child receive oral and enteral (tube) feeds as much as possible.
Partnering to Benefit Children
Photo: Elizabeth and Joyce Hall Our 125-year history of serving children would not be possible without the legacy of generosity by families like the Halls, Sunderlands and many other community champions.
Acupuncture
specialists bring migraine relief to patients For young patients suffering from headaches, acupuncture is proving to be a great method for pain relief. Headache specialists at Children’s Mercy are...
Info about the flu and tips for staying healthy
The first cases of seasonal influenza were reported earlier this year than our traditional “flu season.” We are expecting a severe flu season nationally this year. The Southern Hemisphere (including...
Psychiatry Services
Children’s Mercy primarily serves the mental health needs of children who are already receiving care for other health conditions in one of our hospitals or outpatient clinics.
Learning Opportunities for Parents and Caregivers: Developmental and Behavioral Health
Experts at Children’s Mercy cover topics such as ADHD, autism, strengthening the adult-child relationship, and preparing for the teenage years.
Patient and Family Seal of Collaboration
Patient Family Seal Button: View page in Spanish At Children’s Mercy, we place the highest priority on patient and family partnership in the care of the children in our community. Our Seal of Collaboration...
Frequently Asked Questions About Donating, Fundraising and Volunteering
You’re in the right place. You’ll find answers here to some of our most frequently asked questions about donating, fundraising and volunteering. Learn more.
Diabetes Education
Resources New onset diabetes education We understand that a new diagnosis of diabetes comes with a lot of information for parents and caregivers to absorb. That’s why Children’s Mercy is one of just a few...
Children's Mercy Pediatric Podcasts
Experts from Children's Mercy answer clinical and non-clinical questions. For families and health care providers.
Kidney Transplant
Children's Mercy operates the largest pediatric kidney transplant program in Missouri and Kansas, and is nationally ranked by U.S. News and World Report.