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Truths about the top 5 excuses for not getting a flu shot

The first cases of seasonal influenza have been reported. We are expecting a severe flu season nationally this year. To put it in perspective, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reporting...

Constipation: Rome IV Neonate/Toddler Criteria for Constipation

Rome IV Criteria for Constipation -Neonate/Toddler, Benninga et al. (2016) One month of at least 2 of the following in infants up to 4 years of age: Two or fewer defecations per week. History of excessive...

State-of-the-Art Pediatrics May 2021

Lawnmower Safety – Prevent Tragedy                 Author: Dale Jarka, MD | Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery | Associate Professor, UMKC School of Medicine Column...

Planning a School Re-entry

Speak with the child and family before the child returns to school to determine how much information the patient is comfortable sharing. Speak with the family and hospital staff about any medical items the...

Nephrology Connect

The Division of Pediatric Nephrology at Children’s Mercy Kansas City provides the highest quality care for pediatric patients with kidney and urinary tract disorders. Our outstanding care and leading-edge...

Caregiver Support

Taking care of kids with health or other support needs can be overwhelming. You may notice physical symptoms like headaches, insomnia or upset stomach and mental health issues like anxiety and depression...

Multidisciplinary Food Allergy Clinic

Food Allergy Resources The Multidisciplinary Food Allergy Clinic serves children who are diagnosed with two or more major food allergies or those with poor growth due to a food allergy. Your family can...

Holden's Story

The feeling in the doctor’s office is anxious. Apprehensive. Quiet. The doctor holds up a quick sketch of a heart, complete with valves and chambers and points to different spots with her pen, explaining...

Dyslexia: It’s more than mixing up letters

Reading and writing are critical to success in school, so it can be frustrating for students, teachers, and parents when a kid struggles in those subjects. One reason why some children have difficulty...

Genomic Answers for Kids Accelerates Rare Disease Research

The Genomic Answers for Kids pediatric data repository will facilitate the search for answers and novel treatments for children with rare genetic conditions.

Academic Curriculum - Academic General Pediatrics Fellowship

Core Curriculum and Program Expectations Engage in scholarly activities that can build skills in research methodology and techniques, systematic literature review, primary research project, grant and...

5 simple steps to keep your kids germ-free

Now that back to school time is in full swing, so are the germs! It might sound simple, but handwashing is truly like a “do-it-yourself” vaccine that stops the spread of germs. In fact, regular handwashing...

Pectus Excavatum

¿Qué es el pectus excavatum?   Recursos Si su hijo desarrolla un tórax hundido, lo que se conoce como pectus excavatum, es probable que otro miembro de la familia también haya tenido...

Embracing your village. How to help those with a child in the hospital.

Health care is an avoidance topic, plain and simple. No one wants to think about being sick or worse yet, having a child sick and in the hospital. But realistically, we know that every day thousands of...

Dr. Rachel Chevalier Receives Grant To Study Variability in Therapeutic Response to EoE Treatment

Find a Researcher Researcher Network Donate Follow Us See All Stories Dr. Rachel Chevalier Receives Grant To Study Variability in Therapeutic Response to EoE Treatment Rachel Chevalier, MD...

Areas of Emphasis

Four Areas of Emphasis foster high-quality research that delivers a positive impact on the health and well-being of children.

Pediatric Neurology

Description: Student will see and examine patients in clinic, make consultation rounds, etc. One-on-one instruction and supervision of clinical activities. Independent reading assignments. Educational...

Severe Spasticity and Dystonia: Josie's Story

Meet Josie Josie Chairez was a happy, healthy 3-year-old until June 22, 2017. That’s when she developed what seemed like a stomach virus. “At first we thought Josie had a flu bug,” said Johnna Chairez, her...

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...

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...