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Evidence Based Strategies for Common Clinical Questions April 2022

As was discussed in last month’s LINK column on evidence-based practice, children are disproportionately affected by secondhand smoke, and this exposure is detrimental to children’s health. The Surgeon...

Explore Gift Planning

By creating a legacy gift, you’re making an investment in the future of Children’s Mercy, and children receiving care now and in the future. Learn more.

Hypoplastic Thumb: Q&A with Dallin

Dallin's Thumb Dallin, an 8-year-old boy who was born with a hypoplastic thumb, had his index finger moved to create a better thumb when he was a toddler. This pollicization surgery provided him a...

Vaginal Agenesis/Mayer-von-Rokitansky-Kuster-Hauser's Syndrome (MRKH)

Vaginal agenesis/Mayer-von-Rokitansky-Kuster-Hauser's syndrome (MRKH) is a condition where the uterus and vagina do not develop normally, but it can sometimes be associated with unusual development...

14. Asthma Management in the PICU

The definition of status asthmaticus can vary but is primarily defined by an extreme asthma exacerbation that is non-responsive to initial bronchodilator therapy with hypoxemia, hypercarbia, subsequent...

Your Child's Transplant Team

Management of the pediatric transplant patient requires the skill of many professionals trained in specialized surgical techniques, the medial care of the patient both before and after transplant, as well...

Wide World of Vaccines February 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...

What constipation in kids looks like and what you can do

Did you know constipation in kids can look like a lot of other things? You may be surprised to learn constipation in kids is often underdiagnosed and the right diagnosis can help your child finally get...

Apply for the Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Fellowship

Applicants to the Children's Mercy Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Fellowship Program must meet the following requirements: Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency program in Physical Medicine...

Discharge Recommendations and Follow-up

If the patient meets the discharge criteria, discharge after providing the patient with the discharge information. The Headache Action Plan may be helpful in creating a discharge plan. The patient...

Celebrity Visits and Support

As Children's Mercy Kansas City continues to celebrate the tremendous success of the Big Slick Celebrity Weekend, it’s fun to remember another baseball game benefit almost 100 years ago. Photo collage...

Investigator Resources at Children's Mercy Research Institute

These resources provide access to instruments, technologies, services, as well as expert consultation and other services to scientific and clinical investigators.

Dr. Romina Barral Receives Grant to Address Intersectionality of Teen Pregnancy in Immigrant Rural Latino Communities

Find a Researcher Researcher Network Donate Follow Us See All Stories Dr. Romina Barral Receives Grant to Address Intersectionality of Teen Pregnancy in Immigrant Rural Latino Communities Romina Barral...

13. Special Asthma Considerations for Inpatient

Patients who present with status asthmaticus that meet admission criteria are admitted to the General Pediatrics service. Both an Asthma Exacerbation clinical practice guideline and a powerplan are...

Intestinal Atresia

What is intestinal atresia?  Intestinal atresia is a blockage in the intestine. It may occur when there is not enough blood flow to the intestines during development. Some sections of the intestine may...

Answering your questions about the COVID-19 vaccine for kids

We just received authorization for children ages 5-11 years old to get the COVID-19 vaccine. We know you probably have questions about your child getting the vaccine. We’ve provided answers to some of the...

Parenting in the social media age.

Talk to any parent about what challenges they face raising kids and teens in today’s world, and social media is sure to come up. Many moms and dads worry about the ways social media could be affecting...

Ways to comfort children for vaccine appointments

If you’ve ever wished for a way to help your child not feel pain, you’re not alone. We’ve all had vaccines or drawn blood and know it does come with some discomfort. The Child Life team at Children’s Mercy...

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...

Continuing Nursing Education

The nurses of Children's Mercy Kansas City are committed to advancing a culture of quality caring that values relationship-based care in a professional practice environment. We are nursing leaders in...