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Duodenal Atresia
What is duodenal atresia? Duodenal atresia is a problem with the development of a baby's duodenum, the part of the small intestine that connects the stomach to the rest of the intestine. Instead of an...
Genomic Answers for Kids: Info for Children and Families
Information for families about Genomic Answers for Kids, which facilitates the search for answers and novel treatments for pediatric genetic conditions.
Omphalocele
Learn about the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of omphalocele at Children's Mercy Kansas City, where our team of specialists is committed to providing the highest level of care for your child.
Enhanced Recovery After Cesarean (ERAC) Protocol
If you're having a C-section, consider the ERAC protocol for a faster recovery. Shorter fasting times, better pain management, and improved bonding with your baby.
Study Looks at Psychosocial Factors and Asthma Links
Elin Grundberg, PhD received an award to study how exposure to psychosocial factors such as chronic stress is linked to pathophysiology of asthma.
Navigating Food Allergies From Diagnosis to Adulthood
The food allergy team at Children's Mercy has created a roadmap to help kids, caregivers, schools and friends navigate food allergies through the years. Navigating Food Allergies From Diagnosis to...
Research Studies and Clinical Trials Search
Many of the studies and clinical trials that are currently enrolling patients at Children’s Mercy can be found in this database. Find out who can participate, and tell us you’re interested in enrolling.
What to Expect During Your IBD Visit
What should I expect during my child's first IBD visit? Please plan on being in the clinic for about 2-3 hours. During this visit, you and your child will be seen by all of the following (feel...
Alter G Treadmill
The Sports Medicine Center is one of only a few Kansas City area rehabilitation facilities with an Alter G treadmill. The goal after rehabbing with the Alter G is to get the student-athlete back to working...
Aromatherapy
Essential oils Children’s Mercy inpatients have the option of using essential oil patches as a way to help with comfort and pain relief. The patches, available in four scents, are placed on the child’s...
Sleep Tips
Sleep disorders in children The Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine team at Children's Mercy provides specialty services to help kids overcome sleep disorders. Contact our sleep specialists at...
Bladder Exstrophy
When a baby is born with the bladder and urethra exposed on the outside of the abdomen, this is called bladder exstrophy. The open urethra is called epispadias. The Children's Mercy Comprehensive...
Twin to Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS)
Learn about Twin to Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS), a condition that impacts the blood flow between identical twins who share one placenta. Explore the diagnosis and treatment options available at...
First Home Care Visit
Depending on the services provided for your child, a team member will arrive to your home at a scheduled date and time. It is important for the child’s parent or legal guardian to be present for the first...
Infectious Diseases Team
Meet the Infectious Disease team at Children's Mercy.
Mekki's Story
Mekki photo I remember when I woke up from a biopsy five years ago. My friends and family were all around me. Everyone was crying. I learned that I had Ewing’s sarcoma on my left leg. That’s a rare cancer...
Join Team Children's Mercy
Team Children's Mercy (CM) races for the kids who are racing against time. Team CM brings together those who love to run, bike, explore and more, to help fuel the ground-breaking research, world-class care...
Conversations about weight: A focus on overall health
Talking about your child’s weight may feel uncomfortable or challenging to bring up for a variety of reasons. But what if “weight” wasn’t the main focus of the conversation? While weight and height are...
Food Allergies: are more kids allergic to food or are we just more aware?
From peanut-free school lunches to gluten-free birthday parties. If it seems like more and more kids have food allergies these days – you’re not alone in that thought. Most likely you’ve even had...
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