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What every parent should know about preventing child abuse

Everyone deserves to be respected, nurtured and loved. But many children and teens face a different reality. Caring adults need to be aware of the signs of child abuse and how they can help prevent...

Summer Nurse Extern Program

Thank you for your interest in the Summer Nurse Extern Program at Children's Mercy! We are excited to provide this opportunity to nursing students and this website will provide necessary details about...

Medical Imaging

Children's Mercy offers diagnostic imaging equipment especially designed for children of all ages and sizes. Our facilities and imaging equipment are designed to alleviate fears and reduce the need for...

Nurse Residency Program

  At Children’s Mercy Kansas City, all Newly Licensed Nurses hired into our Introductory Staff Nurse position are automatically enrolled into our Nurse Residency Program. We are excited to offer this...

Favorite children’s books for all ages

The saying goes “reading is good for the mind and soul.”  Books can expand your imagination and transport you to new places, take you on adventures and teach lessons along the way. Below, see some...

Meet Lynette Lartey, MPH, MCHES, Research Associate, Health Services and Outcomes Research

Lynette Lartey, of Health Services and Outcomes Research, talks about what drew her to a career in research, her research and career goals, and much more.

5 Questions: Meet Our Research Staff

Each month, we ask one of our CMRI team members five questions to learn more about their role in research and what motivates them. ...

Fever Management

Fever is expected at the end of life but does not necessarily indicate infection or inflammation. Symptomatic treatment using antipyretics, cool sponges, and fans can help make the person more comfortable.

Dr. Robin Shook Receives Grant from The Kansas City Royals Foundation to Create a Central Repository for Youth Physical Activity

The project’s aim is to create a free, public facing, searchable central repository of youth physical activity programs in the Kansas City region. This comprehensive database will be available to all...

Autism Clinic

Comprehensive diagnostic services for children whose families suspect they may have autism or a related disorder. After a diagnosis, we can connect you with treatment and support services, training...

Flu Season: Tips for Staying Healthy

Be an inFLUencer! Get your flu shot Everyone 6 months and older should receive the flu vaccine each fall. Some children under 9 years old need 2 doses. Ask your child’s health care provider for more...

Siblings helping siblings thrive

A sibling is often called a built-in best friend. The hope for parents is that the bond will continue with your children through all phases of life. But a new addition to the family also means a new role...

Refer a patient to Home Care

Children's Mercy Home Care is the only full-service pediatric home-health agency in the region. Our team provides continuity of care following inpatient stays and often instead of hospitalization. Home...

Wearables in Research

The Research Informatics and Data Science team led by Mark Hoffman, PhD, Chief Research Information Officer, is an example of a group that collaborates with researchers throughout the CMRI. The team provides...

Hearing and Speech

The Hearing and Speech Clinic at Children's Mercy is dedicated to providing exceptional care through the latest evidence-based practices and procedures, supported by state-of-the-art technology.

Patient Advocates

Patient and family feedback is important to us in our efforts to improve the patient experience. Patient advocates are available to address your concerns and, if needed, assist in filing a grievance.

Developmental and Behavioral Health

The Developmental and Behavioral Health program at Children's Mercy helps children of all ages with developmental, psychiatric, psychological, and family therapy needs, providing coordinated care to a...

Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose and Throat)

The Department of Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose and Throat) at Children's Mercy offers proven expertise in the diagnosis and effective treatment of children with both routine and complicated head and neck...

High School Student Volunteer

Our student volunteer roles are highly competitive and registration can close within weeks of opening. Please note: Children's Mercy only accepts 30 high school students for the Academic Year Session.

Starting Doses of Opioids

Titrate dose and frequency to maintain adequate symptom control. Dose and frequency increases may need to be very aggressive during the active dying process. There is no absolute maximum dose for opioid...