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Adolescent Medicine Fellowship
Our Adolescent Medicine Department Faculty and Fellows How to Apply The mission of the Children’s Mercy Adolescent Medicine Fellowship Program is to train the next generation of physician leaders in...
Drs. Erickson, Gross-Toalson author American Heart Association Scientific Statement
The Scientific Statement shares insights from a decade of emerging research on best practices for patient and family education, from preparing for procedures to navigating transitions of care, interstage...
The truth about kids’ skincare trends
Discover essential tips for kids skincare, from safe products to healthy routines, ensuring your child's skin stays protected and beautiful.
Pertussis: Antibiotic Dosing
Medication Dosing Recommendations Special Considerations First-Line Azithromycin1 (oral, IV) <6 months: 10 mg/kg per day for 5 days > 6 months of age and children: 10 mg/kg (maximum: 500...
Pertussis: Exposure Criteria
Pertussis spreads primarily through droplets coughed into the air. Exposures occur when an individual is in close contact with an infected case. Close contact includes: Living in the same household Sharing...
Trauma - References
Evans, L.L.; Williams, R.F.; Jin, C.; Plumblee, L.; Naik-Mathuria, B.; Streck, C.J.; Jensen, A.R. Hospital-based intervention is rarely needed for children with low-grade blunt abdominal solid organ injury...
For High School Students
Children’s Mercy is dedicated to providing support and training opportunities for tomorrow’s health care and research leaders. The resources in our Bridging the Gap Toolkit were developed by students, for...
Trauma-Injury Grade Scale
Spleen Injury Grade Description Severity Coding General Most commonly injured abdominal organ in children. Findings include LUQ pain, left shoulder pain (Kehr’s sign), abdominal distension, and LUQ...
Rising Above Pain Syndromes (RAPS) Lab
About the Lab The Rising Above Pain Syndromes (RAPS) Lab is committed to advancing the understanding and treatment of pediatric chronic pain and related symptoms. Our research aims to improve the lives of...
Meet Darlene Brenson-Hughes
Darlene Brenson-Hughes, CCRC, Clinical Research Coordinator II, Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, talks about what drew her to her current research career, her career goals, and much more.
A Legacy of Love
Throughout their time as a patient family at Children’s Mercy, Planned Giving Council members, Terrence and Diane Gallagher, made friends and connections with volunteers, clinical staff and administrative...
Digital Ischemia: Photos
Figure 1: Ischemic changes of the fingers (images courtesy of Carlos Martinez, MD, MPH, written permission obtained). These pathways do not establish a standard of care to be followed in every case.
Digital Ischemia: Guidance for Administration of OnabotulinumtoxinA (Botox®)
Note: Botox® will be ordered and administered by orthopedic hand surgeon. This is an off-label use of botulinum toxin. Preparation Steps: Evaluate need for sedation Gather supplies Botox 100 unit vial...
Evelyn's Story
Meet Evelyn Baby Evelyn Hannah spent her 27th birthday — and her daughter, Evelyn’s 6-month birthday — at Children’s Mercy, waiting. And waiting. And waiting. Evelyn was in the operating room getting a new...
Pediatric Electrophysiology Fellowship
Our Heart Center Meet the Team Faculty and Fellows How to Apply The Children's Mercy Heart Center is excited to announce it's 18-month advanced fellowship in Pediatric Electrophysiology. Learn more...
Pediatric Electrophysiology
Applicants should have completed all procedural requirements outlined for completion of a standard ACGME recognized categorical pediatric cardiology fellowship program. Specific additional ...
Pediatric Electrophysiology
Program Director Philip Change, MD Fellowship Coordinator Kasi Trader, BA Faculty and Fellows Pediatric Electrophysiology Fellowship Pediatric Electrophysiology...
Understanding seasonal allergies in children
Struggling with seasonal allergies? Explore treatment options and expert advice to help your family breathe easier this allergy season.
April 2026
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Digital Ischemia: Guidance for Administration of 2% Ointment
Target site of application: Healthy tissue bordering the line of demarcation of all digits identified as having concerns of diagnosis of ischemia; optimally 5-10 mm (roughly ¼ inch) from the...