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Medical Student Research Program
Research Rotations For medical students who would like to participate in a 4-week research rotation, please view our Pediatric Research page. If you are a UMKC or KU student, please contact your advisor.
Inside the Fetal Health Center
A birth experience tailored to you Every birth experience is unique. We want yours to include as many of the elements and amenities that are important to you, even if your baby needs a higher level of care...
Colorectal Conditions and Treatments
The experts at the Comprehensive Colorectal Center provide care for all types of colorectal and pelvic floor disorders, and offer a wide variety of surgical treatments for your child.
Patient Experience Ratings
About our patient experience survey Ratings are derived from actual patient experience surveys following a visit to Children’s Mercy. To rate a provider, complete the email or phone survey you receive...
What I learned eating on a budget
I have always tried to be a money conscience shopper, but have never been on a fixed budget. Like many people, I went to the store and grabbed items on my list – never thinking twice if I could afford the...
Enuresis and Voiding Disorder Clinic
Bedwetting in children Bedwetting, or enuresis, is a common problem in childhood, affecting 5-7 million children each year. However, it’s a sensitive topic which can be difficult for parents to approach.
Making an Appointment with Developmental and Behavioral Health
Getting an appointment with our experts in autism, ADHD, eating disorders, mental health or developmental delays may take several steps. Read about the step-by-step process here.
Preserving Our Proud Past
Nearly everyone owns at least a few treasures from their past – whether it’s some photos and ticket stubs in the corner of a dresser drawer or tubs of family heirlooms in the basement. Photo: Berry...
Fetal Health Center - Expert Care for High Risk Pregnancies
From consultations to specialized fetal surgery and delivery — there's no better place for a baby with complex medical needs than the Fetal Health Center at Children's Mercy. We're here to help...
Trisomy 13
Find comprehensive care and support for trisomy 13, a rare genetic condition caused by an extra 13th chromosome. Learn about diagnosis, treatment, and the care team at Children's Mercy.
Inpatient Therapy Services
Children’s Mercy physical and occupational therapists provide a variety of individualized therapeutic interventions for children from birth to 21 years of age who are hospitalized. Therapists are...
GI Polyposis DBE: Toby's Story
Except for some unusual bluish pigmented spots around his mouth and lips, Toby Nguyen seemed like a healthy child until age 6. That was when the Warrensburg boy began experiencing excruciating stomach pain...
Caregiver Tobacco and Smoking Cessation Support
Children's Mercy Kansas City smoking cessation support process Medical team training National resources Local/state resources Caregiver Smoking Cessation Support at CM - Instructions for Medical Team...
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Children’s Mercy helps children and teens with Eosinophilic Esophagitis (often called EoE) to manage this complex digestive system disorder. What is EoE? EoE is a type of allergic inflammation in the...
ACL Tears in Both Knees: Megan's Story
Meet Megan At 18 years old, Megan Johnson has been playing softball since she could walk. “It’s what I do. It’s what I’m good at,” she said. “I played competitive ball, then played all four years in high...
Wise Use of Antibiotics: Diagnostic Stewardship: Ushering in a New Era of Stewardship
In line with the shared goals of antibiotic stewardship, diagnostic stewardship aims to improve outcomes, avoid patient harm, optimize antibiotic use, improve care efficiencies and minimize institutional...
Legal
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6 Ways to keep kids safe around medications
You might be pretty good at home security. Many people have doorbell cameras, security alarm systems, door locks, window locks and child locks. But have you ever thought about medication storage?
Braedon’s story
High school athletes are no strangers to the pain and injury that can come with intense competition. But when 16-year-old Braedon had ongoing neck and shoulder pain that was so severe he couldn’t sleep at...
Sleep Medicine and Complex Conditions
Sleep problems are very common in children with many different types of medical conditions. The experienced pediatric sleep specialists at Children’s Mercy care for children in our Sleep Clinic and...