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SSTI: Antibiotic Dosing
Abscess: PO: Clindamycin 10 mg/kg/dose PO TID (max 450 mg/dose). Alternative therapy: TMP-SMX 4-6 mg/kg/dose (trimethoprim component) PO BID (max 160 mg TMP/dose). IV: Clindamycin. Cellulitis or Erysipelas...
Constipation and Encopresis
Constipation and encopresis in children The BRICK (Bowel Retraining in Constipated Kids) clinic is a subspecialty clinic within the Division of Gastroenterology at Children’s Mercy dedicated to the care of...
Fast Facts
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 (
Summer Training in Academic Research (STAR) 2.0 Program Receives Support from Janssen
The Summer Training in Academic Research (STAR) 2.0 Program provides hands-on, high quality research experience for high school students and educators.
Fee Transparency Information for Children's Mercy Employees
Customer Balance Billing Disclosure When you receive emergency care or get treated by an out-of-network provider at an in-network hospital or ambulatory surgical center, you are protected from surprise...
Helping your child take medicine
Learning to take medicine can be hard for kids. Sometimes the pill seems too big, or there is a funny taste or smell. But if your child is prescribed a medication, it is important they can take the...
School KIDS 2.0
The School KIDS Program will test for respiratory viral infections in North Kansas City Schools to better understand how these infections affect children in schools.
Developmental and Behavioral Health Team
Request an Appointment Refer a Patient Developmental and Behavioral Health Team Contact Us Patient Review (816) 234-3674...
Music Therapy
The Music Therapy Program at Children's Mercy provides music specifically planned for each child and family's needs by a trained professional. Our music therapists have graduate or undergraduate...
Palliative Care
Meet the Team The Children’s Mercy Palliative Care Team is a select group of providers dedicated to supporting your family as you care for a child with significant health care needs. We can help you better...
Student Education
Hands-on education options for pre-med, medical and nursing students as well as those studying in allied health care fields or interested in research careers. Photo media block For medical students...
Interdisciplinary Feeding and Swallowing Program
The Interdisciplinary Feeding and Swallowing Program at Children’s Mercy is a specialty clinic where a team of different types of health care providers works together to help find solutions to your child’s...
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.
Powering Children’s Potential Video Series
Paul Kempinski, Children’s Mercy President and CEO, talks with leaders and team members about what Children’s Mercy is doing to unleash the greatness of every child.
Constipation
Clinical Pathways promote evidence based, safe, and high-value care for patients by providing clinical recommendations and standard processes. They are developed by multidisciplinary committees of...
Allergy
Board certified adult allergists If you have commercial insurance, Medicare and Medicaid managed care plans or other state Medicaid insurance programs, you should ask about a list of in-network providers.
Making an Appointment with Developmental and Behavioral Health
Getting an appointment with our experts in autism, ADHD, eating disorders, mental health or developmental delays may take several steps. Read about the step-by-step process here.
Fracture Care
Children’s Mercy provides pediatric-specific care to put your child on the road to healthy healing. We offer casting, surgery and follow-up care in our nationally ranked orthopedic department.
Ear Tubes
Did you know your child can still get ear infections with ear tubes? The infection will look different. You should see drainage coming out of their ear(s). It will be a liquid that looks like mucus or...
The Center for Pediatric Innovation Team
Email Krista Nelson Director of Innovation Development Krista's photo Krista Nelson joined Children’s Mercy Hospital in 2015 as Director of Innovation Development. In this role she leads the development...