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Bowlegs (Genu Varum)
Genu varum, or bowlegs, is a normal occurrence in early childhood. Alignment problems may become more apparent around the time a child begins to stand and walk.
Wise Use of Antibiotics June 2022
I recently watched an episode of 20/20 featuring children who developed OCD, outbursts and tantrums, seizures, catatonia, and paranoia following a diagnosis of streptococcal pharyngitis. Some of the...
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
Patellofemoral pain (runner’s knee) is a common knee problem. Growing athletes with this condition feel pain under and around the kneecap. The patellofemoral joint is made of the patella (kneecap), femur (
Raise "champions" of giving this holiday season
While children spend time sifting through catalogs and making wish lists during the holiday season, this special time of year is also perfect to begin teaching children the importance of giving back.
Family Education Tools
An important part of antimicrobial stewardship is taking time to educate patients and families on how to use antibiotics appropriately. Data demonstrates that most parents are not expecting...
Morning success: Tips to make it out the door on time
There is nothing worse than starting off the day on the wrong foot. Whether its missing shoes or arguing over the importance of brushing teeth, it can be challenging to get yourself and your kids out the...
Amoxicillin Allergies - Wise Use of Antibiotics - December 2022
Less than 1% of the population has a true allergy to beta-lactam antibiotics such as penicillin and amoxicillin. Clinicians can ask clarifying questions and refer for allergy testing, if necessary, to...
Getting teens to talk
If you have a teenager in your family, chances are they are less chatty with you than when they were little. Before, they used to tell you every detail of their day whether you wanted it or not, but now...
Common Endocrinology Conditions
Recommendations for pediatricians regarding abnormal menstrual patterns, abnormal thyroid, growth failure and pediatric obesity.
Pediatric Rheumatology
Description: The typical schedule will be 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. The student will spend approximately 70% of the time in outpatient visits; 20% of the time in hospital rounds and patient...
The Kansas City Physical Activity Plan
The vision of the Kansas City Physical Activity Plan (KCPA Plan) is to foster a culture of physically active lifestyles in our region. The KCPA Plan is a comprehensive set of Kansas City-focused...
Bylaws
Membership Members are ages 13 -18 years old and are currently patients at Children’s Mercy (membership may extend beyond age 18 if still a current patient). Members will participate on a minimum...
Initiation of Therapy Days 1-4
Warfarin is generally started on day 1 or 2 of heparin or low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) therapy. Heparin or LMWH administration should overlap with warfarin for a minimum of 6 days and until INR is...
Managing Your Health
Our goal is to help you learn the skills you need to manage your own health before you become an adult and transition to medical care outside of Children’s Mercy. The process will happen in small steps...
Autism Spectrum Disorder Family Training Opportunities
Children's Mercy Division of Developmental and Behavioral Health offers family trainings on topics related to autism. Go to our Autism Clinic Upcoming Live Events page for more detailed information...
Blood and Marrow Transplant Research
Research today leads to advanced treatment options for children who need transplant in the future. Children’s Mercy leads and participates in research to advance care for rare conditions through our Center...
Pediatric Guides
Children’s Mercy specialists have developed guides on constipation, abnormal thyroid, abnormal menstrual patterns, short stature, pediatric obesity and antimicrobial stewardship.
Pulmonary Atresia with Ventricular Septal Defect
Pulmonary atresia is when no blood can go from the right ventricle into the lungs. Learn more about how our team provides compassionate and advanced treatments for young hearts.
Motion Health
You and your family* are eligible for a Motion Capture at the Take CARE Employee Clinic and Pharmacy, which uses Cerner Motion Health to reveal any musculoskeletal issues that could be causing pain now...
Vaccine Update: Reducing the Ouch During Vaccination
Pediatric clinicians are committed to providing recommended vaccines to their patients. But vaccine hesitancy continues to be an obstacle to providing some or all recommended vaccines.