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Nephrology- 400th transplant John Paredes Story

“I can do this” — how 400th kidney transplant recipient kept fighting After driving through the night with no sleep, John Paredes just wanted to get there. “I was nervous, excited, waiting for the car ride...

Garrett Jordan's Dream Job

You couldn’t blame Garrett Jordan if he never wanted to see the inside of Children’s Mercy—or any other hospital—again. But Garrett, who had 28 facial surgeries at Children's Mercy from birth to age 22...

¿Cuándo y adónde ir?: ¿Sala de Emergencias o Centro de Atención de Urgencias?

Cuando su niño necesita atención médica y usted no puede esperar que el consultorio de su médico esté abierto, ¿adónde debería ir?

Preparing for your first appointment with Allergy, Asthma and Immunology

It's nice to know what to expect when you are bringing your child to the Allergy, Asthma and Immunology Clinic at Children's Mercy. Below is some important information and reminders before your...

Addressing suicide risk as a parent

The thought of losing your child is one many caregivers try to avoid. And yet, suicide is the second leading cause of death for teens across the nation and in Kansas City. We want to help change this...

Ear Conditions

Ear Conditions Acute and chronic ear infections Acute otitis media (AOM): The middle ear (space behind the ear drum) is infected and swollen. The eardrum itself is inflamed and pus is trapped behind the...

Navigating challenges in blended families

Explore effective ways for blended families to communicate, adapt and create a nurturing environment for kids adjusting to change.

Holiday traditions that really matter

Learn how Children's Mercy families embrace simple holiday traditions that celebrate joy and connection without the pressure.

Dr. Bridgette Jones Receives NIH Funding to Bring Pediatric Clinical Trials to Rural Areas in Kansas

Drs. Jones and Davis are using this grant to expand their projects work as one of the top Environmental Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Institutional Development Award (IDeA) States Pediatric Clinical Trials...

Holiday safety tips to keep your family safe

Discover essential holiday safety tips to keep your family safe while creating joyful memories this season. Stay safe and celebrate with joy!

Pregnancy preparation: Your guide to a healthy start

Discover essential tips for pregnancy preparation to support your journey to parenthood with confidence and care at Children's Mercy.

Dr. Maria Deza Leon Receives Funding to Accurately Predict Pediatric Surges, Improve Hospital Preparedness

This project will evaluate the predictive capacity of two approaches for forecasting hospital surges: community surveillance in schools and air sampling in hospital settings.

Evidence Based Strategies: Beyond the Tablet - Suboxone® Sublingual Films for Treating Opioid Withdrawal in Adolescents

Opioid use disorder (OUD) among adolescents and young adults is a growing public health concern.1-3 Each year, thousands of young individuals face the challenges of opioid dependence, withdrawal, and the...

Laceration: History and Physical

After the initial assessment of ABCDE and vital signs, determine the timing of the injury, mechanism of the injury, and tetanus immunization status. If there is...

Adulting 101: How to talk to your teen about family medical history

As teens grow up, they start to take more control of their own health. One way parents can help is by teaching them about their family’s medical history. This helps teens understand their health better and...

Fever-Causing Diseases by Geographic Area

Geographic Area Fever-Causing Diseases to Consider Usual Incubation Period Incubation Period (Range) Caribbean Chikungunya 2 - 4 days 1 - 14 days Dengue 4 - 8...

Drs. Jeffrey Colvin, Hank Puls Receive NIH Grant to Study Whether State Policies Improve the Health and Wellbeing of Children

This study will examine state safety net policies to identify whether they improved the health and wellbeing of children in families with low socioeconomic status. The team will research four policies...

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