The Cancer Center at Children's Mercy

Our team is ready to fight cancer with you

“Your child has cancer.” Those are words no parent ever wants to hear. If you’ve found yourself suddenly facing the possibility of a cancer diagnosis in your child, you’re not alone—more than 15,000 families each year receive that life-altering news.

While you never expected to be here, the Children’s Mercy Cancer Center has already been there, day after day, fighting for families just like yours whose kids have a cancer diagnosis.

Call today—we can help.

 (816) 234-3460

Cutting-edge cancer treatment, family-centered care

We are the experts in cancer care for kids with all types of cancer. Children’s Mercy offers the latest research-based treatment options, including precision targeted therapies that use the power of your child’s own immune system to fight their specific cancer.

With an array of advanced therapies and experienced specialists, our patients experience survival rates that are equal to or better than national averages.

Our comprehensive team cares for your entire family. You’ll get the very best medical care for your child, plus support for parents, siblings and caregivers every step of the way.

We specialize in treating:

• Cancer in adolescents and young adults
• Cardio-oncology
• Brain tumors
• Leukemia and lymphoma
• Liver cancer
• Soft tissue and bone sarcomas
• Rare cancers such as Langerhans cell histiocytosis, hemophagic lymphohistiocytosis, sinus histiocytosis, Erdheim-Chester disease, and others

Our treatments include:

• Bone marrow transplant
• Immunotherapy
• Stem cell transplant
• Proton therapy
• Innovative therapeutics
• Specialized services for late effects of cancer

Bringing cancer care to you

We will meet you where you are, with satellite clinics and telemedicine options for families throughout the region, and a dedicated cancer clinic for Spanish-speaking families at our downtown Kansas City location.