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Center for Emerging Infections
The Center for Emerging Infections at the Children’s Mercy Research Institute aims to get ahead of infectious diseases in order to protect the health of children everywhere.
Abnormal Thyroid
Recommendations for pediatricians regarding diagnosis, management, and when to refer to a Children's Mercy specialist.
Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia: Kyler's Story
When Samantha Moran learned at her 20-week ultrasound that her baby had a congenital diaphragmatic hernia, she was – as any parent would be – stunned. “We were devastated,” said Samantha. “We’d had two...
Better sleep, better parenting - Restless Leg Syndrome
Almost every parent will tell you sleepless nights are part of the job description, but sleep disorders are not. Sleep disorders are medical or behavioral conditions that prevent you from getting a good...
The power of adaptive sports
Staying active benefits all children, but for kids with physical or cognitive differences, sports can be a game-changer for their overall wellness. ...
Heart Transplant: Lessons from the Heart
Meet Lanayah Lanayah in Cap and Gown Then and Now: Lanayah’s Transplant Story Lanayah Rivera was a 13-year-old basketball player who had helped her Newton, Kansas, middle school B-team go 12-1 the...
Hepatobiliary Surgical Program
Meet the Team Children’s Mercy provides complex pediatric hepatobiliary (liver and bile tract) surgical interventions. We pride ourselves on the ability to customize comprehensive care for your child and...
Angelman Syndrome Patient Family Advisory Council
Mission PFAC Angelman Logo The Angelman Syndrome Clinic Patient Family Advisory Council will work in partnership with Children’s Mercy staff members to advocate on behalf of families for the best quality...
Refer a Patient to Weight Management
Conditions treated are elevated blood pressure, weight gain despite appropriate diet, obesity.
Ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day during COVID-19
In school and at home, Valentine’s Day is typically a fun day to trade friendship notes, messages of love and eat yummy treats. During the coronavirus pandemic, it still can be fun with a few slight...
Faculty and Fellows - Development & Behavioral
Our three-year, ACGME-accredited fellowship provides a broad-based, comprehensive clinical, educational and research experience for the developmental-behavioral fellow. Our team is committed to...
Kara Hansen Receives Funding from Children’s Mercy Patient Care Services Research to Study Depression Screening in a Fetal Care Center
This study’s goal is to help fill the current gap in the literature.
Encephalocele
Encephalocele is a birth difference that causes a section of the brain to bulge out into a sac. Learn about its causes, treatment options, and potential complications.
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...
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...
Childhood Vaccination Rates Drop - Wide World of Vaccines - November 2022
From 2019 to 2021, WHO and UNICEF reported the largest sustained decline in childhood vaccinations in 30 years due to missed appointments during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Eating Disorders Educational Videos
Videos for parents and caregivers from the experts at the Children's Mercy Eating Disorders Center.
Hearing and Speech Sick Policy
We would like to make sure that your child feels their best and does their best with any testing or therapy at their visit in the Hearing and Speech Department. We would also like to protect our staff and...
Heat-Related Illness: Evidence Based Strategies
Annually, over 4,000 visits to United States emergency departments occur for Heat-Related Illness (HRI), 63.1% in June, July and August. Nearly half of those suffering HRI are pediatric patients.
Abstract: Found in Translation: Transforming Rules-Based Diabetes Phenotyping Algorithms into Reproducible Diabetes Cohorts from Real-World Data
Erin M. Tallon, MS, RN1, Mark A. Clements, MD, PhD,2 Chi-Ren Shyu, PhD, FAMIA1 1University of Missouri, Institute for Data Science and Informatics, Columbia, MO; 2Children’s Mercy Hospital, Kansas City, MO...