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Children’s Mercy Receives Renewed NIH Funding to Continue Collaborative Pediatric Pharmacology Fellowship Program
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CKiD – Chronic Kidney Disease in Children Study
CKiD study yields results for children with chronic kidney disease.
Beacon Program: What To Expect
When families enter the Beacon Program they can expect to meet a health care team that will be actively involved in their care moving forward. This includes having a care plan built specifically for your...
Kids Misbehave
At some point, all kids misbehave and they do it because they want attention. To help keep them from acting out, fill up their “attention tank” with praise and play.
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Bronchiolitis Management
This article reviews evidence surrounding the role of pulse oximetry and implications of hypoxemia in the setting of bronchiolitis.
What nobody tells you about parenting
When I became a dad, I had no idea what I was really getting into. The fact of the matter is that I didn’t even know how to change a diaper.
Study Looks at Liver Drug Regulation and Cholesterol
Jonathan Wagner, DO, received a grant to determine how liver fat affects hepatocellular drug transport and pediatric statin response.
Top 6 things the pros want you to know about antibiotics
When many of today’s parents were kids, they were prescribed antibiotics almost as often as they went to the doctor. A cough, an earache, or an upset stomach might all be treated with the same...
Better sleep, better parenting
Sleep is a bodily function that affects every aspect of your life. But one of the most important is how you feel during the day. Improving your sleep will have a positive effect on your overall health. And...
Hypoglycemia Therapy
For patients on insulin drip: If blood glucose drops between 80 to 99 mg/dL decrease IV insulin to 0.05units/kg/hour and contact the Supervising Physician. If blood glucose drops < 80 mg/dL stop IV...
Get schooled with tips and survive the summer family road trip
School is out for summer and the time is right for all the summertime faves. Like hitting the pool, hosting a barbecue, catching a Royals game at The K, catching fireflies and of course, taking a family...
Are you ready to talk about the birds and the bees? A parent's guide to the sex talk
There is no easy way to say this - it's probably time to have the talk. The sooner you start preparing for it, the better. “The talk” is a rite of passage for most parents, but it can be uncomfortable.
Peer Organization Consulting
The Culture and Language Coaching Program at Children's Mercy is available to provide consultation and technical support to peers, including organizational recommendations, coach training and access to...
Chromosomal Abnormality: Odin’s Story
Odin Buser was born with a rare chromosomal abnormality. His team at the Children's Mercy Beacon Program partners with his family to closely monitor his complex medical care.
Indications For Hematology Consultation
Initiation of therapy for patients: Age < 30 days Baseline INR ≥ 1.2 prior to initiation of warfarin Impaired renal function Maintenance of anticoagulation therapy with: Delay in reaching therapeutic...
Raynaud's Phenomenon
What is Raynaud’s phenomenon? Raynaud’s phenomenon (also known as Raynaud’s Disease) describes the condition where exposure to cold or stress may decrease the blood flow to the skin. This decrease in...
Shawnee County (KS)
Center for Independent Living Topeka Independent Living Resource Center (785) 233-4572 Developmental Disability Organization Shawnee County CDDO (785) 232-0597 Department of Children and Families DCF...
8. Treating Co-Morbid Conditions
Common co-morbid conditions that complicate the care of asthma include are reviewed here. These should be assessed as they may worsen asthma severity and complicate control of asthma. Allergic...
Community Giving Essential Through the Decades
Children’s Mercy was built on the generosity of community champions. The hospital has always held a special place in the hearts of Kansas Citians, who have invested in children and families in remarkable...