With more board-certified pediatric neurologists than any other hospital in the region, Children's Mercy offers highly specialized care for children with conditions affecting the central nervous system, spinal cord, nerves and muscles. Our pediatric neurologists and specialists in radiology, pathology, nutrition, nursing and pharmacy provide complete neurological evaluation, diagnosis and treatment, and follow up, with ongoing communication with the referring physician and the patient's family.
The Section of Child Neurology strives to improve the lives of children with neurological disorders through the integration of evidence based clinical care, education and research. Our family centered and interdisciplinary approach is designed to encourage parents and families to make informed decisions while promoting health, optimal function, and quality of life in children with neurological disorders.
We treat more neurological disorders, including epilepsy with the vagal nerve stimulator implants, than any other hospital in the world. We also specialize in migraines, syncope, cerebral palsy and Tourette’s syndrome in children .