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Jaxon's Story
Meet Jaxon Jaxon with KU key chain Jaxon Kuhn, 16, can tell you exactly how many days it’s been since he got his driver’s license. He likes watching movies and playing video games with his friends. The...
Hip Dysplasia: Ella's Story
ella outside Seven-year-old Ella is the kind of kid who never sits still. She loves to dance, swim, play softball and soccer, and goof around with her younger brother, Reed. With the help of the hip...
Pottawatomie County
Center for Independent Living Three Rivers (785) 456-9915 Developmental Disability Organization Big Lakes Developmental Center, Inc. (785) 776-9201 Department of Children and Families DCF Office Location...
Contact the Events Team at Children's Mercy
For questions or to learn more about fundraising options for Children's Mercy, contact the Events Team at Children's Mercy.
Vaccine Update: Reducing the Ouch During Vaccination
Pediatric clinicians are committed to providing recommended vaccines to their patients. But vaccine hesitancy continues to be an obstacle to providing some or all recommended vaccines.
Celebrating 125 Years of Children's Mercy: Shawsie Branton and the Value of Kindness
Lifelong Children’s Mercy supporter Mary Shaw “Shawsie” Branton learned early in life that kindness is timeless.
Beacon Program Contact Form
Beacon program contact form at Children's Mercy.
Dressing Change Videos
Antibiotic Ointment and Collagenase Dressing Change View Story Mepitel Ag Dressing Change View Story Polysporin - Antibiotic Ointment Dressing Change View Story Mepilex Ag / Allevyn Ag Dressing Change View...
Riding With the Transport Team
When you are sick or hurt, you may need to go to the hospital. The Transport Team is here to help you do this. The Transport Team is very friendly. It is OK to ask them any questions you may have about...
Create a Memorial Page
Celebrate the life of your loved one and give back to help kids at Children's Mercy and beyond.
Juvenile Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Resources What is Systemic Lupus Erythematosus? Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (also known as SLE or lupus) is a disease of the immune system. The immune system’s role in the body is to fight infections...
Treatment Options
Hormonal Forms of Treatment Progesterone only method: Norethindrone Acetate 10 mg daily; does not act as contraception; goal is amenorrhea while taking Estrogen & Progesterone method: Sprintec...
Esophageal Atresia and Tracheoesophageal Fistula
What are esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula? Esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula are birth differences which affect the esophagus and/or trachea. The esophagus is the tube that...
Bioethics: Addressing the Burdens That Newborn Screening Imposes on Underserved Communities
Newborn screening (NBS) began in the 1960s with testing for phenylketonuria (PKU), which, when identified and treated early, significantly reduces morbidity. While NBS is rightly viewed as a public health...
Foster Care Clinic
For Medical students interested in elective and sub-internship rotations Foster care clinic Description and Learn a multi-disciplinary approach to all aspects of caring for children in foster care. This...
Evaluating Menstrual Regularity in Adolescence
Column Author: Emily Paprocki, DO | Pediatric Endocrinologist, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics Column Editor: Amita Amonker, MD, FAAP| Pediatrics | Pediatric Hospitalist | Division Billing...
Dravet Syndrome Clinic
The team at the Children’s Mercy Comprehensive Dravet Syndrome Clinic works together to improve the quality of life for patients with this rare and severe form of epilepsy.
Ganglioglioma: new drugs provide solutions and challenges - Mayia's Story
Mayia is a vibrant and determined 6-year-old who loves outdoor adventures and creative projects. When she was 4, a sudden change in her hand use led to the discovery of a brain tumor at Children’s Mercy...
How to keep the kids busy this summer
Ahh...summer. One of the most popular seasons for kids. They’re out of school and get to… to… well, what should they do? For those times when you’re ready to pull your hair out to keep them entertained...
Fever Management
Fever is expected at the end of life but does not necessarily indicate infection or inflammation. Symptomatic treatment using antipyretics, cool sponges, and fans can help make the person more comfortable.