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Conversation Recommendations For HINE and Cerebral Palsy Diagnosis for Caregivers
Link to PDF of conversation recommendations and scripting These pathways do not establish a standard of care to be followed in every case. It is recognized that each case is different, and those...
Emerging Principal Investigators: Dr. Ana Cohen
Originally from Portugal, Dr. Ana Cohen moved to the U.S. in 2017 and joined Children’s Mercy in 2020, now serving as Assistant Director of Molecular Genetics and Assistant Professor of Pathology at...
Children's Mercy Research Partners Select Two Research Projects to Accelerate at 2025 Pitch Party
At the sixth annual Mercy Research Partners Pitch Party held in April 2025, the group selected two research projects, out of five pitches and 23 applicants, to accelerate.
Saying goodbye to the pacifier: A gentle guide for parents
Let’s be real — pacifiers can be a lifesaver, especially in those early days. They help babies calm down, feel safe and sometimes stop a meltdown before it starts. But as your child grows, you might wonder...
Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine
Children’s Mercy provides a place where adolescents ages 10 to 21 can meet with a specialist to address a wide range of physical and emotional issues that are unique to this age group.
Kid safety 101 for grandparents
Grandparents, you’re a vital part of your grandkids’ lives — and an essential source of mental health respite for parents, too. The Children’s Mercy 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment found there are...
Tracheoesophageal Fistula ERAS
Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) programs promote an evidence-based, multidisciplinary approach to patient care aimed at facilitating faster recovery from surgery, decreasing hospital length of stay...
Student Observerships
Observerships are open however a change in the in local COVID-19 rates could result in the cancellation of Observerships. Observerships remain limited in length to 1 day or a combined 8 hours. Medical...
Meet Addison Leabo
Addison Leabo, MS, Biostatistician II, Biostatistics & Computational Biology (BCB) Core, Health Services and Outcomes Research, talks about what drew her to her current research career, her career goals...
Opioid Use Screening
Opioid Use Name What is the name of the medication or illicit drug you have been taking? (e.g., "percs") Amount How many pills or how much liquid have you been taking? How many times per day?
Partial Hospitalization Program
Mental health treatment for children age 6 to 17. Patients attend the PHP during the day and return home at night to spend time with family and practice new skills.
The Link - August 2025
Our August issue features the latest news and updates on pediatric care from Children's Mercy clinicians. The Link - August 2025 Evidence Based Strategies: Transition of Care Read full article Mental...
Mental Health: Double Trouble – Problematic Internet Use and ADHD
Problematic internet use (PIU) has been highly deliberated in medical and social circles. Despite its general appeal for discussion, it remains a highly nebulous topic without a commonly agreed upon...
Evidence Based Strategies: Transition of Care
Summertime marks a season of transition for pediatric patients. Those in school are enjoying the weather while the next academic year looms, and others are stepping out of high school into adulthood. It’s...
Why free play is so important for your child
Kids love to play — and that’s a good thing! Play isn’t just fun, it helps children grow strong, think better and feel happier. One of the best kinds of play is called free play. It’s simple, fun and super...
Fever in Outpatient with a Central Line
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 subject...
Pediatric Bioethics: Embracing Uncertainty
Facing uncertainty is one of the few constants in medicine. Clinicians across specialties and professions often face uncertainty in patient care, yet it remains one of the most anxiety-provoking aspects of...
Wise Use of Antibiotics: Incorporating Quality Improvement into a Busy Clinic
Quality improvement (QI) is essential for all health care providers and staff, as it fosters a culture of excellence and ensures the highest standards of patient care. The American Academy of Pediatrics...
Children’s Mercy with Mercy in Springfield
Children’s Mercy is excited to collaborate with Mercy Hospital Springfield to bring world-class pediatric care to kids in southwest Missouri.