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Preparing for a Voiding Cystourethrogram (VCUG)
The team at Children's Mercy has described what an VCUG procedure is to answer your questions and help you prepare your child for their visit. If you need more information or have information that...
Kawasaki Diseases: Differential Diagnoses
Alternative diagnosis Note: This list is not exhaustive and the full clinical picture must be considered Classic features Testing to consider (in addition to labs for KD diagnosis) and additional...
Hallucinations: Mental Health Resources
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Digital Ischemia: Photos
Figure 1: Ischemic changes of the fingers (images courtesy of Carlos Martinez, MD, MPH, written permission obtained). These pathways do not establish a standard of care to be followed in every case.
Digital Ischemia: Guidance for Administration of OnabotulinumtoxinA (Botox®)
Note: Botox® will be ordered and administered by orthopedic hand surgeon. This is an off-label use of botulinum toxin. Preparation Steps: Evaluate need for sedation Gather supplies Botox 100 unit vial...
Evelyn's Story
Meet Evelyn Baby Evelyn Hannah spent her 27th birthday — and her daughter, Evelyn’s 6-month birthday — at Children’s Mercy, waiting. And waiting. And waiting. Evelyn was in the operating room getting a new...
How to choose the best health insurance for your family
It’s the most wonderful — and potentially confusing — time of the year: Health care insurance open enrollment season! When considering your insurance coverage options for the upcoming year, there are...
Pediatric Bioethics: Better Medicine Through Philosophy - Improving Care for Patients With Medically Unexplained Symptoms
“The best physician is also a philosopher.” -Galen Clinicians regularly encounter patients who believe they are sick (or, in pediatrics, children whose parents believe they are sick) but whose symptoms...
Vaccine Update: Catch-Up Immunization Recommendations in Preparation for Vaccine Interest
Column Author: Yvonne M Carter, MSN, APRN II, FNP-C Column Editor: Angela L. Myers, MD, MPH | Chief Wellbeing Officer, Center for Wellbeing, Professor of Pediatrics, University...
Heart Transplant: Alex and Jaymeson’s stories
Alex and Jaymeson (Jay) bonded over a very unique shared experience: They both received heart transplants at Children’s Mercy Kansas City in February 2024 — less than a week apart!
Anthony's Story
Meet Anthony Anthony in football uniform For 12 years and two days, Anthony and his family waited for an effective treatment for the vascular malformation on his face, which affected his appearance...
Making the most of being inpatient and resources to make the most of your stay
As a mom, the last thing you want to hear your child’s doctor say is “I think you should be admitted to the hospital.” My 13-year-old son is generally a healthy boy, but he does have a medical diagnosis...
Drs. Abdelmoity, Le Pichon Receive $2.25 Million Grant to Improve Transition of Care Process for Youth with Epilepsy
The goal is to create a patient- and family-centered transition program, strengthen the healthcare system's capacity to transition care effectively, and empower youth with epilepsy and special needs...
Insurance Terms and Definitions
We know understanding insurance benefits and coverage can be confusing and overwhelming. Here are some common insurance terms and definitions.
Apps for Providers
Children’s Mercy offers a variety of apps to assist health care professionals. Learn about our Child Protector, Pediatric Decision Support, and Learning Center apps.
Getting an IV
This is an IV. An IV is a small tube that is used to give your body water or medicine. It may also be used to get blood for a blood test. Numbing options At Children’s Mercy, we often use a J-tip or...
Powering Families Webinar Series
A monthly series of free webinars. Connect with Children’s Mercy Kansas City experts and partners on a variety of topics, including healthy eating, financial resources, anxiety and depression, kids’ safety...
Peds Guide References
PedsGuide App References Asthma Atopic Dermatitis Autism Brief Resolved Unexplained Event (BRUE) Congenital Syphilis Diabetes/Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) Febrile Infant Resuscitation Seizure & Epilepsy...
Aquatic Therapy
Aquatic therapy uses the healing power of water to accelerate your student-athlete’s rehabilitation and fitness. With three different therapy pools to meet all kinds of needs, Children’s Mercy offers the...