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Understanding parasocial relationships in teen media use
Learn signs of unhealthy relationships with social media use and how to guide your teen through parasocial relationships.
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How to Enroll - Children’s Mercy MyChart
MyChart is the Children’s Mercy patient portal. Parents/caregivers should create their own account, then request proxy access to their child(ren). Find instructions on how to enroll.
Strategies for Communicating with Families About Differences of Sex Development
If diagnosed prenatally: Care of these patients is outside the scope of the clinical pathway until after birth, but communication strategies may include: "It is hard to know what your baby's genitals...
Differences of Sex Development (DSD) Resources
General Interconnect Interface Project - Stories (2019) interACT: Advocates for Intersex Youth Differences of sex development (A.D.A.M. Medical Encyclopedia, 2024) Accord Alliance Accord Alliance Handbook...
Differences of Sex Development: Mean Stretched Penile Length
Penile length should be measured from the pubic ramus to the tip of the glans while applying gentle traction along the shaft until resistance is met. Age Mean (cm) ± Standard Deviation -2.5 Standard...
Classification of Differences of Sex Development (DSD)
Primary Cause Secondary Root Tertiary Root 46,XY,DSD Disorders of gonadal development Monogenic forms of complete gonadal dysgenesis or partial gonadal dysgenesis (e.g., SRY, NRSA1, and WT1) Testes...
Differences of Sex Development (DSD)
Clinical Pathways promote evidence-based, safe, and high-value patient care by providing clinical recommendations and standard processes. They are developed by multidisciplinary committees of subject...
EpicCare Link FAQ
s What is EpicCare Link? Who can access EpicCare Link? How secure is EpicCare Link? Is there a fee associated with EpicCare Link? How do I sign up for EpicCare Link? How do I access EpicCare Link? How can...
GPC News and Updates
Explore the latest news and updates about Children's Mercy, tailored specifically for Donald H. Chisholm Gift Planning Council members.
IV Contrast for MRI and CT: Contrast-associated Acute Kidney Injury
Any acute kidney injury (AKI) occurring within 48 hours after the administration of contrast media. The term post-contrast acute kidney injury (PC-AKI) is synonymous with contrast-associated acute kidney...
IV Contrast for CT & MRI in Kidney Disease
Clinical Pathways promote evidence based, safe, and high-value care for patients by providing clinical recommendations and standard processes. They are developed by multidisciplinary committees of subject...
PTNS: Julianne’s Story
Julianne has had painful urology symptoms since she was a baby. 12 weeks of Posterior Tibial Nerve Stimulation (PTNS) therapy brought relief and let her get back to being a kid!
Navigating challenges in blended families
Explore effective ways for blended families to communicate, adapt and create a nurturing environment for kids adjusting to change.
The Link - January 2026
Our January issue features the latest news and updates on pediatric care from Children's Mercy clinicians. The Link - January 2026 Evidence Based Strategies: Closing the Gap - Best Practices for...
Vaccine Update: Shingles Vaccine May Reduce the Risk of Dementia and Slow Disease Progression
Ongoing research suggests that the shingles vaccine can not only reduce the risk of dementia, heart disease and death in people age 50 and older but also slow the progression of dementia. Dementia refers to...
State of the Art Pediatrics: Pediatric Pulmonology Year in Review 2025
As 2026 commences, we reflect on the advancements in pediatric pulmonology in 2025. There was an overall theme of improved and personalized treatment plans for children with chronic lung disease, such as...
Mental Health: Anxiety - The Silent Elephant in the Room
The word “anxiety” carries a wide variety of meanings for both clinicians and patients. Understanding the mosaic of anxiety disorders and their varied presentations is essential for treating one of the...
Evidence Based Strategies: Closing the Gap - Best Practices for Pediatric Laceration Repair
From playground tumbles to kitchen mishaps, lacerations are among the most common reasons children seek medical care. This article offers an updated, evidence-based guide to pediatric laceration...