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Evidence-Based Strategies for Common Clinical Questions May 2021
As was discussed in last month’s LINK column on evidence-based practice, children are disproportionately affected by secondhand smoke, and this exposure is detrimental to children’s health. The Surgeon...
About Children's Mercy Kansas City
Children's Mercy is recognized as one of America's best children's hospitals by U.S. News and World Report, ranking in 9 of 11 pediatric specialties. Learn more about how we care for pediatric...
An Update on the Assessment and Management of Pediatric Abdominal Pain
The majority of youth with chronic abdominal pain meet Rome criteria for a functional abdominal pain disorder (FAPD). FAPDs are complex and involve several contributing factors. This review gives an...
International Services
Children's Mercy receives requests for services from more than 36 countries. Children's Mercy International Services coordinates care for children and their families who come from abroad and...
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Children’s Mercy Receives Grant to Study Mental Health in Limited-English Proficiency Population
Dr. Cowden and the project partners plan to create and grow the Kansas City Community of Bilingual Practice (KC CBP) in Jackson County and throughout the KC metro area...
Donald H. Chisholm Gift Planning Council
Donald H. Chisholm Gift Planning Council was established in 1993 as an advisory committee and resource to the gift planning team at Children’s Mercy, provide local expertise and enhance the visibility of...
Dr. Goldman, Team Receives NIH Grant to Study Biomarkers and Severe Drug Reactions
We don’t fully understand why some people have unusual or bad reactions to certain medicines. That’s because we don’t have enough detailed models to explain how these reactions happen, and the way people...
Pediatric Bioethics: Moral Distress Is Real. What Will We Do With It?
Column Author: Brian Carter, MD | Interim Director, Bioethics Center; Department Chair, Department of Medical Humanities and Bioethics, Professor of Pediatrics, University of Missouri-Kansas...
Brain full? How parents are lightening the mental load
Parenting is a full-time job — and then some. Beyond the visible tasks like school drop-offs and bedtime stories lies the often invisible “mental load”: the constant planning, remembering and organizing...
Summer break guide: Boosting your kids' and teens' mental health
Summer break is a time of excitement and relaxation for many kids and teens, but it can also bring unique challenges to their mental health. Without the structure and routine of school, young people may...
Patient/household Infection Control Instructions
Patient/household members should immediately quarantine at home (or continue quarantine if admitted) until contacted by the health dept. with further instruction (quarantine of 21 - 28 days is generally...
State of the Art Pediatrics: Not Just Another Picky Eater: Looking Out for Pediatric Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Column Author: Rachel Chevalier, MD| Director of CMH Fellow's Grant Writing Curriculum, Department of Peds/GME; Medical Director of Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Diseases Program...
Dr. Jessica Wallisch Receives American Heart Association Funding to Study New Way for Early Detection of Brain Injury in ECMO Patients
“We plan to study when brain injuries happen in young ECMO patients and how well the bedside MRI compares to CT scans and ultrasound in diagnosing these injuries,” said Dr. Wallisch.
13 parent-tested potty training tips
Potty training is a significant milestone in every child's development, but it can also be a challenging time for parents. Whether you're just starting out or looking for new strategies, you're...
Children’s Mercy’s Facility Dog Program Receives Two Grants to Maintain, Expand Program
Children’s Mercy facility dogs provide comfort, motivation and smiles to patients, families and staff throughout our hospital. Their special training and calming presence make them perfect one-on-one...
Victor Benvenuto
Meet the Expert: Victor Benvenuto, MD – Cardiology...
Seven Children’s Mercy Researchers Receive Funding from Masonic Cancer Alliance to Better Understand, Fight Pediatric Cancer
Seven researchers at Children’s Mercy Kansas City are the latest to receive Partners Advisory Board Funding grants from the Masonic Cancer Alliance (MCA), the outreach network of The University of Kansas...
4 west construction survey
We apologize for the disruption and thank you for your patience. These improvements will help us provide even better care for kids and families. Your feedback matters Let us know how we can make your stay...
Vaccine Update: The Impact of Vaccine Hesitancy and Strategies for Mitigation
Column Author: Christine A. Symes, MSN, APRN, CPNP Column Editor: Angela L. Myers, MD, MPH | Chief Wellbeing Officer Vaccine hesitancy (VH) in pediatrics is complicated and requires a...