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Let them play: Why play is the secret ingredient to your child's wellbeing
As parents, we often prioritize our children’s health, education and safety—but what if one of the most powerful tools for their development is something as simple as play? ...
22q11.2 ERAS: Discharge Recommendations
For children who had calcium values less than 8 mg/dL or ionized calcium less than 1.1 mmol/L following the procedure, continue the same dose of calcium and Calcitriol (if needed) at discharge. Educate...
22q11.2 ERAS: Initial Calcium/Calcitriol Dose to Treat Hypocalcemia
Initial Dose Recommendations Calcitriol 0.025 mcg/kg/day PO/IV in 2 divided doses Calcium* Neonates: Ca++ (elemental) 75 mg/kg/day PO in 3 - 4 divided doses; not to exceed...
22q11.2 ERAS: Typical Calcium/Calcitriol Stress Dosing
Start calcium/calcitriol stress does as planned with endocrinologist the day prior to procedure Stress Dose Recommendations Calcitriol 0.04 mcg/kg/day PO/IV 1 dose evening prior (max 1mcg/dose) ...
Dr. Paul Kulesa Receives Grant for Technology Development to Determine Molecular Markers of Nervous System Birth Defects
Tissue repair or regeneration therapies for birth defective or damaged neural connections between the central and sympathetic nervous systems offer a potential therapeutic opportunity and improvements in...
Pharmacotherapy
These pathways do not establish a standard of care to be followed in every case. It is recognized that each case is different, and those individuals involved in providing health care are expected to use...
Training the Next Generation: Creating Opportunities for Tomorrow’s Researchers
To build on its successes today, Children's Mercy Research Institute (CMRI) recognizes the importance of creating a career pathway for tomorrow’s researchers who will drive future medical...
Drs. Abdelmoity, Le Pichon Receive $2.25 Million Grant to Improve Transition of Care Process for Youth with Epilepsy
The goal is to create a patient- and family-centered transition program, strengthen the healthcare system's capacity to transition care effectively, and empower youth with epilepsy and special needs...
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Vaccine Update: Microneedle Patches May Help Overcome Immunization Barriers
Column Author: Yvonne M Carter, MSN, APRN II, FNP-C Column Editor: Angela L. Myers, MD, MPH | Division Director, Infectious Diseases; Medical Director, Center for Wellbeing A study...
Evidence Based Strategies: Sudden Scares: Understanding Brief Resolved Unexplained Events (BRUE)
Column Author: Tess Schultz, DO | Resident PGY 3 Column Editor: Angela D. Etzenhouser, MD, FAAP | Associate Director, Pediatric Residency Program A brief resolved unexplained event...
Inside Out: Exploring Emerging Anxiety in Adolescents
Join us for a viewing of clips from the Inside Out movies, alongside a guided discussion about anxiety experienced by adolescents.
2024 Influenza and COVID-19 Vaccines Update
Column Author: Christine Symes, MSN, CPNP-PC Column Editor: Angela L. Myers, MD, MPH | Division Director, Infectious Diseases; Medical Director, Center for Wellbeing The vaccine...
Drs. Schuster, Goldman, Selvarangan Receive New CDC Contract to Study Ventilation, Environmental Intervention Effect on Respiratory Viral Transmission in Schools
The funding goes towards their project, “Impact of Ventilation and Environmental Interventions on Respiratory Viral Transmission in K-12 Schools.” It gauges the impact of ventilation and environmental...
Evidence Based Strategies: Acetaminophen Overdose
Column Author: Kelsey P Gavin, DO | Resident PGY 3; Chief Resident Column Editor: Angela D. Etzenhouser, MD, FAAP | Associate Director, Pediatric Residency Program Acetaminophen is...
Pulmonary Hypertension Management
Mild Pulmonary Hypertension with Normal Biventricular Function Continue respiratory management, no additional cardiovascular support Continue to monitor closely for clinical change and repeat ECHO as...
Case Summary: Shone’s Complex
The Ward Family Heart Center at Children's Mercy provides comprehensive care for children with all types of heart conditions. Our team of 35 pediatric cardiologists and heart surgeons, together with...
504 Plan Resources
Daycare/Early Education View Story Elementary and Secondary School (K-12) View Story College View Story Voluntary Guidelines for Managing Food Allergies In Schools and Early Care and Education Programs...
Tips to make your child comfortable during immunizations
Summer days by the pool are ending and the back-to-school to-do lists are being completed. In between supply shopping and meeting the teacher, make sure to schedule time for your child’s school...
Brexley's Story: Angels work there
Brexley, a joyful baby, faced a life-threatening situation at just 18 days old but was saved by quick action from Master Trooper Evan Jacks and expert medical care. Diagnosed with Shone’s Complex, she...