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Digital Ischemia: Photos
Figure 1: Ischemic changes of the fingers (images courtesy of Carlos Martinez, MD, MPH, written permission obtained). These pathways do not establish a standard of care to be followed in every case.
Digital Ischemia: Guidance for Administration of OnabotulinumtoxinA (Botox®)
Note: Botox® will be ordered and administered by orthopedic hand surgeon. This is an off-label use of botulinum toxin. Preparation Steps: Evaluate need for sedation Gather supplies Botox 100 unit vial...
Evelyn's Story
Meet Evelyn Baby Evelyn Hannah spent her 27th birthday — and her daughter, Evelyn’s 6-month birthday — at Children’s Mercy, waiting. And waiting. And waiting. Evelyn was in the operating room getting a new...
Pediatric Bioethics: Better Medicine Through Philosophy - Improving Care for Patients With Medically Unexplained Symptoms
“The best physician is also a philosopher.” -Galen Clinicians regularly encounter patients who believe they are sick (or, in pediatrics, children whose parents believe they are sick) but whose symptoms...
Vaccine Update: Catch-Up Immunization Recommendations in Preparation for Vaccine Interest
Column Author: Yvonne M Carter, MSN, APRN II, FNP-C Column Editor: Angela L. Myers, MD, MPH | Chief Wellbeing Officer, Center for Wellbeing, Professor of Pediatrics, University...
Heart Transplant: Alex and Jaymeson’s stories
Alex and Jaymeson (Jay) bonded over a very unique shared experience: They both received heart transplants at Children’s Mercy Kansas City in February 2024 — less than a week apart!
Anthony's Story
Meet Anthony Anthony in football uniform For 12 years and two days, Anthony and his family waited for an effective treatment for the vascular malformation on his face, which affected his appearance...
Making the most of being inpatient and resources to make the most of your stay
As a mom, the last thing you want to hear your child’s doctor say is “I think you should be admitted to the hospital.” My 13-year-old son is generally a healthy boy, but he does have a medical diagnosis...
Drs. Abdelmoity, Le Pichon Receive $2.25 Million Grant to Improve Transition of Care Process for Youth with Epilepsy
The goal is to create a patient- and family-centered transition program, strengthen the healthcare system's capacity to transition care effectively, and empower youth with epilepsy and special needs...
Insurance Terms and Definitions
We know understanding insurance benefits and coverage can be confusing and overwhelming. Here are some common insurance terms and definitions.
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.
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...
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...
Apply for the Pediatric Ethics Fellowship
The Pediatric Ethics fellowship runs on an academic year: July 1st to June 30th. One position is available each year. Eligibility Applicants should have a terminal degree in their discipline (medicine...
School KIDS 2.0
The School KIDS Program will test for respiratory viral infections in North Kansas City Schools to better understand how these infections affect children in schools.
Constipation: every parent’s favorite topic
It’s amazing how once you become a parent you begin to realize that talking about poop is just part of everyday conversation. Has your child pooped today? What was the consistency? What was the color?
Certificate Program
The Children's Mercy Center for Bioethics offers the only pediatric bioethics certificate program in the world. Students will become knowledgeable in pediatric bioethical issues such as the role of...
Dry Needling and Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization
Dry needling Dry needling video Athletes can develop trigger points, or tight spots within the muscle tissue, due to injury, overuse or dysfunction. Trigger points can cause local pain or “referred pain...
Internet Access
Children's Mercy Kansas City offers free wireless internet (Wi-Fi) service to its patients, families and guests.