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Community Garden
In March of 2018, a community garden was established at Children’s Mercy. Started in conjunction with the Hunger Free Hospital Council and led by Shelly Summar, program manager with the Kansas City...
Acupuncture
specialists bring migraine relief to patients For young patients suffering from headaches, acupuncture is proving to be a great method for pain relief. Headache specialists at Children’s Mercy are...
Info about the flu and tips for staying healthy
The first cases of seasonal influenza were reported earlier this year than our traditional “flu season.” We are expecting a severe flu season nationally this year. The Southern Hemisphere (including...
Pediatric Orthopedics
Description: The Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery rotation is a four week experience with the orthopedic surgery department at CM. Students will learn about orthopedic conditions unique to children and...
Developmental and Behavioral Health Videos
Educational videos for patients and families from the Developmental and Behavioral Health Division at Children's Mercy Kansas City.
Tracheostomy Videos
Tracheostomy Education Videos How to perform manual ventilation How to change a trach tube How to suction a trach tube using an inline suction catheter How to suction a trach tube using an open suction...
Self-care for Emotional Health
With a new baby in the hospital, it can be easy to put care for yourself at the bottom of the list of all the things needing your attention. It can be easy to feel like the only way to get through the...
Intestinal Rehabilitation Program
The Children’s Mercy team works together to provide innovative nutritional, medical and surgical treatments that helps your child receive oral and enteral (tube) feeds as much as possible.
Partnering to Benefit Children
Photo: Elizabeth and Joyce Hall Our 125-year history of serving children would not be possible without the legacy of generosity by families like the Halls, Sunderlands and many other community champions.
Coping and Relaxation Tips
Children's Mercy wants to help your child and family cope and adjust during your health care journey. Every child and family deserves care that is based on their past and current stressors. Learn more...
Rising T1DE Alliance
Our Vision The Rising T1DE Alliance was launched in 2020 to rapidly scale quality improvement efforts and innovation in Type 1 diabetes care. The goal of the Rising T1DE Alliance is simple: get in front of...
Emergency Medical Services
Children's Mercy is 100 percent dedicated to caring for kids—and just kids. That focus allows us to bring the highest level of training, resources, expertise and research to treating children and...
Attendance Policy
Thank you for choosing Children’s Mercy to provide your child’s therapy services. After your child’s evaluation, your therapist will discuss your child’s therapy plan and have you schedule follow-up...
Pediatric Obesity
Recommendations for pediatricians regarding diagnosis, management, and when to refer to a Children's Mercy specialist.
Clinical Experience Pediatric Residency Program
Please view our 2026-2027 Curriculum for Categorical Pediatric, Child Neuro and Prelim residents. Inpatient floor Inpatient volume continues to increase at Children's Mercy, making us one of the...
Bracing Options for Scoliosis
Spine braces are the most common nonsurgical option for scoliosis. Wearing a custom-fitted brace can help slow the progression of—and in some cases, correct—a spinal curve.
Office of Patient Experience
The Office of Patient Experience is committed to providing collaborative efforts between the health care staff, patients and families for ongoing opportunities to improve the quality of care and experience...
Preparing for CT Scan
CT scan media block What is a CT scan? A computed tomography scan (CT scan) uses computers and a moving X-ray machine to take pictures of the inside of the body. CTs can make detailed pictures of organs...
Dysfunctional Urological Conditions in Kids
The Dysfunctional Urological Conditions in Kids (DUCK) Clinic is dedicated solely to children with voiding dysfunction, a common issue. ...
Interventional radiology procedure process
The picture below demonstrates the catheter set-up for a thrombolysis procedure These pathways do not establish a standard of care to be followed in every case. It is recognized that each case is...