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Understanding parasocial relationships in teen media use
Learn signs of unhealthy relationships with social media use and how to guide your teen through parasocial relationships.
February 2026
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David White Receives Funding to Study Remotely Delivered Cardiac Rehabilitation for Adolescents With Congenital Heart Disease
David White, PhD, Cardiology, received a 5-year, $736,540 Mentored Patient-Oriented Research Career Development Award from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
Bulging Disc Injury and Recovery: Logan’s Story
Meet Logan The music was loud, and the testosterone levels were high in the Lansing High School weightlifting room, as the powerlifting team was getting ready for another season. Logan Buffo, a sophomore...
Employment Resources
Employment can have a positive impact on long-term health and quality of life for our patients with chronic health conditions and disabilities. Employment success stories Adults with disabilities describe...
MACI Surgery Recovery: Hidde’s Story
Meet Hidde Hidde Roessink is known for his strength. As an NCAA Division I athlete recovering from a season-ending injury, he’s had to rely on both his own resilience and the tenacity of his team at...
Pharmacy Internship
The Children’s Mercy Clinical Pharmacy Intern Program is designed to allow currently enrolled pharmacy students to grow professionally and academically while being immersed in a clinical hospital pharmacy...
Patellar Instability: Lauryn’s Story
Meet Lauryn The first time Lauryn Jimenez dislocated her right kneecap, she was in the 4th grade, playing with some friends, leaping through the air like a ballerina. “I was just playing around when I...
Financial Assistance
At Children's Mercy, we're here to support you every step of the way. Our Financial Counselors can help you find programs that may reduce the cost of your child's care. If you qualify for financial...
Pay My Bill
Children’s Mercy has a new payment system — MyChart. Some older balances may need to be paid in our previous system. Pay in full discount Paying your balance in full may qualify you for a discount. Minimum...
The Link - January 2026
Our January issue features the latest news and updates on pediatric care from Children's Mercy clinicians. The Link - January 2026 Evidence Based Strategies: Closing the Gap - Best Practices for...
Child Neurology Residency - Research
Research experiences Research is an important part of the training of Child Neurology residents at Children’s Mercy. Training in research starts with the research mentor that each resident is encouraged to...
Additional Training
Antimicrobial stewardship Fellows with an interest in a career in antimicrobial stewardship can enter our Pediatric Antimicrobial Stewardship Fellowship Track. This unique track provides intensive training...
Navigating challenges in blended families
Explore effective ways for blended families to communicate, adapt and create a nurturing environment for kids adjusting to change.
The Link - December 2025
As we wrap up 2025, I want to take a moment to thank you—our readers—for being part of The Link community. Your interest, feedback and continued support have made this publication a meaningful way...
Tommy John Surgery Recovery: Gage’s Story
A college catcher-turned-pitcher with a powerful arm faces the biggest challenge of his athletic career yet. The strong trust he built with the team at Children’s Mercy Sports Medicine Center is supporting...
Osteochondritis Dissecans: Gabe's Story
After noticing knee pain at 15, Gabe Keeton sought help from Children's Mercy. Pediatric orthopedic surgeon Kevin Latz, MD, diagnosed him with an articular cartilage defect called osteochondritis dissecans...
Resources
Helpful tips for transition Practice three sentences that describe your health condition. Carry the names and phone numbers of your doctors, medical conditions, medicines and allergies with...
Vaccine Update: Shingles Vaccine May Reduce the Risk of Dementia and Slow Disease Progression
Ongoing research suggests that the shingles vaccine can not only reduce the risk of dementia, heart disease and death in people age 50 and older but also slow the progression of dementia. Dementia refers to...
Evidence Based Strategies: Closing the Gap - Best Practices for Pediatric Laceration Repair
From playground tumbles to kitchen mishaps, lacerations are among the most common reasons children seek medical care. This article offers an updated, evidence-based guide to pediatric laceration...