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Pediatric Gastroenterology

Educational objectives: Increase understanding of outpatient pediatric gastroenterology. Responsible faculty: Nadia Ibrahimi, MBBS  Administrative assistant: Jessica Reynolds...

Clinical Experience - Laboratory Genetics and Genomics Fellowship

Molecular Genetics Laboratory The Molecular Genetics Laboratory at Children’s Mercy Hospital performs genetic testing for multiple genetic conditions including: Prader-Willi and Angelman syndromes, connexin...

Telehealth for urgent care: Is telehealth a good choice for me today?

Telehealth allows you to have an urgent care visit in the comfort of your own home. Sometimes, if you choose to be seen by telehealth, your provider may ask you to be seen in person after your telehealth...

State-of-the-Art Pediatrics January 2022

On March 29, 2019, Children’s Mercy hosted a remarkable series of lectures and presentations about immigrants, refugees and caring for children at the U.S.-Mexico border. The first presentation was at...

Integrated Pediatric Psychology Services

Clinical psychologists see children and adolescents who are newly diagnosed with conditions like cancer, diabetes, traumatic injuries, solid organ transplant, or chronic pain conditions.

Hirschsprung Disease: Taitum's Story

Meet Taitum   Meet Taitum photo Ariel Ellis had a normal pregnancy and delivery in a Springfield, Mo., hospital. But shortly after giving birth on Oct. 18, 2018, her newborn son’s health quickly declined.

Uveitis

What is uveitis?   Inflammation of the inside of the eyes is called uveitis. Some children who have arthritis also get inflammation in their eyes.  Some children get inflammation in their eyes but...

Child Neurology Residency - Curriculum Call to Action

Curriculum Overview Residents enjoy a varied lecture and didactic schedule during the program's three years of training. See a sample monthly schedule of conference and didactic lectures for our...

Cancer in Adolescents and Young Adults

Children's Mercy provides dedicated services for adolescents and young adults with cancer (age 13 and older). The Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) program is designed to support patients receiving...

Care Management and Coordination

Our goal is to support patients and families in the hospital and at home. We work closely with patients and families, nurses, social workers, physicians, home care staff, insurance providers and the...

Getting a Vaccination

A vaccine is a medicine that protects your body from viruses that can make you feel sick. A vaccination is the shot of the vaccine you get into your body.   Steps to getting a vaccination A nurse will...

Single-Visit Surgery Program

Children's Mercy provides the region’s only Single-Visit Surgery program, providing excellent pediatric surgical care in one convenient visit. Patients are seen at Children’s Mercy...

Support Programs

Children’s Mercy offers the following support programs for patients and families: Aftercare Program Autism Spectrum Disorder Family Training Opportunities Child-Adult Relationship Enhancement (CARE)

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...

Physical Therapy Services

The Take CARE Employee Clinic and Pharmacy offers physical therapy services to help meet a growing need and advance efforts by Children’s Mercy to provide leading-edge benefits. Musculoskeletal...

Trevion's Story

Trevion was the first Children’s Mercy Kansas City patient to receive an en bloc liver/kidney transplant.

Wrenley’s Story

Wrenley in car seat Late on August 8, Edo Bedzra, MD, MBA, congenital cardiac surgeon; William Gibson, DO, Surgical Director, Cardiac Transplantation; and James O’Brien, MD, FACS, Co-Director of the Ward...

DAY Clinic FAQ

Thank you for choosing Children’s Mercy DAY Clinic for your behavioral health. You are not alone on this journey. Here are questions families like yours ask as they work toward hope and healing. Need more...

Birth Brachial Plexus Injury: Management of Shoulder Subluxation/Dislocation

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...

7 tips for less stress this holiday season

The holiday season is here! While it’s an exciting time of year filled with traditions, treats and fun, this time of year can also cause stress and anxiety. The shopping, cleaning and planning can feel...