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Getting an IV
This is an IV. An IV is a small tube that is used to give your body water or medicine. It may also be used to get blood for a blood test. Numbing options At Children’s Mercy, we often use a J-tip or...
Powering Families Webinar Series
A monthly series of free webinars. Connect with Children’s Mercy Kansas City experts and partners on a variety of topics, including healthy eating, financial resources, anxiety and depression, kids’ safety...
Cardiovascular Genetics
The Cardiovascular Genetics Clinic is the only clinic in the region providing coordinated screening, diagnosis, management, and genetic counseling for genetic cardiac disease in children. What to...
Peds Guide References
PedsGuide App References Asthma Atopic Dermatitis Autism Brief Resolved Unexplained Event (BRUE) Congenital Syphilis Diabetes/Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) Febrile Infant Resuscitation Seizure & Epilepsy...
Apps for Providers
Children’s Mercy offers a variety of apps to assist health care professionals. Learn about our Child Protector, Pediatric Decision Support, and Learning Center apps.
Summer Training in Academic Research (STAR) Program 2.0
June 15 to July 23, 2026 | The STAR Program 2.0 provides high school students with hands-on, high-quality research experience.
Health Care Providers
Every day we partner with medical professionals to help keep children healthy and safe. Our more than 750 pediatric specialists and 8,000+ employees are here to support you and your patients.
Urine Blockage
Urine blockage in newborns The kidneys and urinary system keep fluids and natural chemicals in the body balanced. There are several types of blockages that can develop while a baby is in the womb that...
Things to know about tonsillectomy
We’ve all been to the doctor where they check your vitals, heart, lungs and neck, among other things. But, what are they even checking in the mouth? It’s the tonsils! For kids, this is the part where they...
Hypertension Clinic
The Hypertension Clinic at Children’s Mercy provides specialized care for children with high blood pressure. Our clinic team includes pediatric nephrologists and highly trained nurse practitioners who work...
Next Steps After an Autism Diagnosis
Your child’s evaluation report will include detailed recommendations about what medical, educational, and allied health services and supports will be the best fit for your child. Review the report with...
Dialysis Program
Dialysis The Dialysis Program at Children's Mercy cares for children with all types of kidney disorders who need renal replacement therapy with dialysis. Our program is nationally and...
Care Management and Coordination
Our goal is to support patients and families in the hospital and at home. We work closely with patients and families, nurses, social workers, physicians, home care staff, insurance providers and the...
Electrolyte Management
METABOLIC ABNORMALITY DEFINITION MANAGEMENT Hyperkalemia (Moderate and asymptomatic) K between 6 – 7 mEq/L Restrict K intake. EKG and cardiac monitoring. If tolerating oral intake, administer potassium...
Telemedicine
Telemedicine technology provides opportunities for patients who live far from a Children’s Mercy location to receive care closer to home. Telemedicine services are part of our commitment to provide an...
Angelman Syndrome: Maddie's Story
Four-year-old Maddie loves cheese and fruit snack gummies, being right in the middle of the action, and playing with her twin sister, Kellie, and older brother, Colin. When she was diagnosed with Angelman...
Family Advisory Board
PFAC Family Advisory Board Logo The Family Advisory Board (FAB) consists of 21 families who are primary caregivers of a child who has been cared for at Children's Mercy. The FAB collaborates with...
Spinal Differences Clinic
Children with spinal differences have complex medical issues involving multiple body systems such as the central nervous system, musculoskeletal system, urinary, and intestinal systems.
Spiritual Services
Contact The Children's Mercy Department of Spiritual Services provides emotional and spiritual support to all patients and families. Chaplains Chaplains are available 24 hours a day to all people of any...
Physical and Occupational Therapy
Children's Mercy provides physical and occupational therapy services to children throughout the region. Our pediatric physical therapists and occupational therapists provide evaluation, treatment...