Built for Kids™
Tiny heart, beating strong
Delivered premature at just 4 pounds, 11 ounces, little Johnny also was born with critical aortic valve stenosis. Caused by a rare genetic condition, he would need multiple catheterizations and open-heart surgery at just three months old.
Yet, because of the talent and compassion of the team in the Ward Family Heart Center – and the incredible strength of Johnny and his family – this brave boy is now 2 years old and learning how to be a regular toddler. Read Johnny’s story.
Magnet re-designation site visit
Children's Mercy Kansas City is preparing for our Magnet re-designation site visit. Learn more about Magnet and provide feedback to the Magnet Program office.
March Match
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A life-changing diagnosis.
Kirsten's life changed dramatically when her youngest son, Conner, was diagnosed with cerebral adrenoleukodystrophy (CALD) in 2020. The family moved from Canada to the U.S. to access timely treatment, and Conner successfully underwent a cord blood transplant. Now settled in Kansas, Kirsten works at Children's Mercy, supporting other parents facing similar challenges and advocating for newborn screening programs.
Flex on the Flu This Season
As we head toward spring, it may be easy to think the flu season is nearing its end. As those sneezes, coughs and temperatures linger, there's still time to get a flu shot. It can be a positive inFLUence to help stay healthier in large crowds, avoid worsening symptoms or a visit to the hospital. Connect with your primary care provider or visit our flu information page to find out more about the benefits of getting kids their vaccination.
Nature publishes transformative Children's Mercy Research Institute study
For the first time in five years research led by a Kansas City institution has appeared in the influential journal, Nature.
