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Cleft Palate Program
Our comprehensive team follows more than 1,500 children born with cleft lip/palate. The Frederick J. McCoy Cleft and Craniofacial Clinic is recognized by the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association...
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.
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.
Bactrim Lung Failure Team
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Wheelchair and Adaptive Seating Clinic
Children’s Mercy offers a Wheelchair and Adaptive Seating Clinic for children and adolescents who have special needs.
Supportive Care During GI Procedures
Children’s Mercy is committed to helping your child feel comfortable, safe and relaxed when they come for a gastroenterology (GI) procedure. Your child’s procedure will be...
Enuresis and Voiding Disorder Clinic
Bedwetting in children Bedwetting, or enuresis, is a common problem in childhood, affecting 5-7 million children each year. However, it’s a sensitive topic which can be difficult for parents to approach.
How to enjoy a safe and festive holiday season
As the song says, it’s the most wonderful time of the year! You’re getting ready for holiday celebrations, decking the halls of your home with festive décor and preparing for the excited chatter of...
Food Texture Types
Eating and drinking is hard work and is not always automatic. Here you will find strategies for progressing from bottle to cup drinking and for progressing from pureed foods to more complex table foods.
Nutrition Counseling and Meal Planning
You and your family* can receive nutrition counseling and meal planning services through the Take CARE Employee Clinic's on-site Registered Dietitian. You can receive help with: Managing conditions such...
RED CARD
Teaming up for bullying prevention Red Card: Call it logo Children’s Mercy and Sporting Kansas City are stepping up to help address one of the most significant social issues impacting children and teens...
Healthy Schools
Children need our support The proportion of children who have obesity has increased three-fold since 1976. Changes in our kids’ environments, including schools, have contributed to the increase in...
Resolutions from real kids
The saying goes "new year, new me" and for many, the beginning of a new year can be the start of changes they want to include in their life. Whether 2024 is a time for re-invention, learning a new...
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
Resources What is Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis? Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis is a chronic inflammatory condition that causes swelling, stiffness, and pain of the joints. It can affect one or many joints...
Genomic Medicine
The Genomic Medicine area of emphasis at Children's Mercy Research Institute (CMRI) is the epicenter for integrated genomics, conducting comprehensive, whole-genome sequencing for all applications in...
Preserving Our Proud Past
Nearly everyone owns at least a few treasures from their past – whether it’s some photos and ticket stubs in the corner of a dresser drawer or tubs of family heirlooms in the basement. Photo: Berry...
Evidence Based Strategies: Serum Sickness-Like Reaction
A patient comes to the emergency department with a faint maculopapular rash. He is experiencing joint pain and edema in his left hand and right knee. Upon arrival, he is febrile with a temperature of 38.3...
Pediatric Ethics Podcast Series
Pediatric Ethics Podcast is a free podcast series for health care professionals featuring the specialists from Children’s Mercy and other pediatric experts from across the globe covering topics that are...
Developmental Follow-Up
Developmental testing at your child’s 2-year appointment helps your care team check on milestones and connect you with resources and support when you need it. We use the Bayley Scales of Infant Development...
Bedwetting: A Guide to Causes and Treatments
Written by: Jamie Neal Lewis, Nurse Practitioner, Nephrology Bedwetting is a common childhood problem, which affects 5-7 million children in the United States each year. By age 7, about 5-10 percent of...