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Levi's Story
An act of love When Dan and Julie were first introduced to Levi’s story, all they were told was he was “a baby boy with kidney disease and clubbed feet.” After learning Children’s Mercy has one of the top...
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Fellowship
Our NICU Faculty and Fellows Meet the NICU Team How to Apply Our NICU As the region’s only top ranked Level IV NICU, we provide the highest level of care every day to more than 80 fragile newborns. We...
Gift Planning Council Additional Resources
Here you will find additional resources for the Gift Planning Council, including a link to donate to the Donald H. Chisolm Gift Planning Council Endowed Children’s Hope Fund.
Orthopedic Surgery Research Team
The multidisciplinary team collaborates closely to address a wide range of bone, joint, spine, and musculoskeletal conditions through innovative research.
Patients Undergoing a Surgical OR Endoscopy Procedure With a Presumed Risk for Adrenal Crisis
Situations in which operative steroid stress-dosing is necessary: Patient is taking steroids and exhibits Cushnoid features. Situations in which stress-dose steroids maybe necessary: Daily inhaled...
What to do when your child gets an animal bite
Children are naturally curious, and sometimes that leads to unexpected encounters with animals—whether it’s a playful pet or a wild creature. While most bites are minor, some can lead to serious infections...
Rose's Story
family photo on couch Meet Rose By the fall of 2020, the year had already brought many unprecedented moments as the world grappled with the COVID-19 pandemic. But for two bustling business owners living in...
Center for Childhood Safety & Injury Prevention Receives Grant to Help Minimize Unintentional Injuries in Kids
As part of the funded project, the groups are offering safety devices such as car seats, helmets, reflective lights, and medication lock boxes to families in need.
Donald H. Chisholm Gift Planning Council
Donald H. Chisholm Gift Planning Council was established in 1993 as an advisory committee and resource to the gift planning team at Children’s Mercy, provide local expertise and enhance the visibility of...
CMHK patient stories
Read our stories to learn how the world-class care at Children’s Mercy Kansas is already making a difference for kids and their families — and how we plan to do more. Room for more Children’s Mercy Kansas...
History, Physical, and Initial Work-Up
History and Physical Prior acute chest syndrome Asthma Fever Respiratory symptoms (cough, shortness of breath, dyspnea) Recent history of sedation without prior transfusion Current chest pain Restrictive...
Facilitated Telemedicine Visits at a Children’s Mercy Regional Outreach Clinic
Children’s Mercy has Facilitated Telemedicine visits where the patient goes to a Children’s Mercy regional outreach clinic for the appointment. This type of Telemedicine visit is used when a...
Crafts for the uncrafty
Children are likely to spend more time on screens during the summer months. One way to get their minds working is…crafts! Stimulating activities like crafts can calm the mind, encourage creativity and...
Victor Benvenuto
Meet the Expert: Victor Benvenuto, MD – Cardiology...
4 west construction survey
We apologize for the disruption and thank you for your patience. These improvements will help us provide even better care for kids and families. Your feedback matters Let us know how we can make your stay...
Outbreaks don’t come with a manual – but this can help
Let’s be real: parenting during an outbreak like the flu or measles is like trying to juggle flaming swords while riding a unicycle—on a tightrope—over a pit of Legos. It’s a lot. And while we can’t make...
Wise Use of Antibiotics: Debunking Some Antibiotic Myths
Column Authors: Rana El Feghaly, MD, MSCI | Associate Chair, Ambulatory & Regional Quality Improvement, Department of Pediatrics; Director, Outpatient Antimicrobial Stewardship Program...
Vaccine Update: The Impact of Vaccine Hesitancy and Strategies for Mitigation
Column Author: Christine A. Symes, MSN, APRN, CPNP Column Editor: Angela L. Myers, MD, MPH | Chief Wellbeing Officer Vaccine hesitancy (VH) in pediatrics is complicated and requires a...
The Link - February 2025
Our February issue features the latest news and updates on pediatric care from Children's Mercy clinicians. The Link - February 2025 Evidence Based Strategies: Best Practices and Evidence Regarding...
July 2025
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