Children's Mercy

Our commitment to providing the best medical care goes hand-in-hand with our dedication to discovering new and more effective treatment methods through clinical research. We asked Dr. Slowik why research matters to him:

During a year of upheaval and crisis, our hospital understood the importance of strong leadership. That's why we invested in cultivating and growing leaders through the brand new Berry Institute! Read why our President and CEO Paul Kempinski says it's important to honor the legacy of our founders: loom.ly/8BTuREs

This #ThankfulThursday we're recognizing the Prenger family and team at ECCO Select for collecting toys during December for our patients and families. Inspired by her mother, Jeanette Prenger (pictured here with grandkids), the whole family and ECCO Select are keeping a four-generation tradition of giving back going strong. #TogetherLoveWill

Do your New Year’s resolutions include looking for ways to further your career? If you’d like to join a team of compassionate individuals who care for kids from the Kansas City region and beyond, take a look at some of the opportunities we have available in a wide variety of areas and experience levels. Reach out to us at [email protected] if you have questions. We’d love to have you join us! https://loom.ly/SmSCFMA

Our Fetal Health Center consults with nearly 400 families a year about medically complex babies. We asked Jana why she loves working at Children's Mercy:

What's your favorite part of Thanksgiving? For most people, it's food. Registered Dietitian, Sarah Marcy, from Children's Mercy Wichita is sharing how we can help kids enjoy the food and stay healthy. Watch as she shares her tips for the season with Good Day Kansas. https://loom.ly/7bKtmIE

Angela knows firsthand how difficult it can be to get a cancer diagnosis. That's why she and her class started the Stocking Project to spread holiday cheer to pediatric cancer patients at Children's Mercy. Read more about this special, People Kindness Award winner: loom.ly/PVkwYBo

How long does it take to climb to the top of the crane? Do you bring your lunch with you? Watch as our kiddos ask the Children's Mercy Research Institute construction crew some hard-hitting questions: https://loom.ly/dDp-dZc

Flu vaccine prevents millions of illnesses and flu-related doctor’s visits each year. Because of the potential to spread flu viruses and the virus that causes COVID-19 this fall and winter, we need to do everything we can to lower the risk of having two major respiratory virus outbreaks at the same time. We will be offering drive-up flu shots at no cost for those 4 years and older, Nov. 10-12, at several locations. For a complete schedule visit childrensmercy.org/flu.

Graham, Graham, he’s our man! You may have heard our good friend Graham Zusi suffered a season-ending injury and surgery. Our patients have a special message for him:

We have many gastroenterology experts who help care for children with a wide range of conditions. We asked Kelly why she loves working at Children's Mercy:

Thanks to Building Hope for Autism for donating iPads to patients with autism whom our team has identified as children who would benefit from home use of this technology! #ThankfulThursday #TogetherLoveWill

Tristyn was born with several organs outside of her body and wasn’t supposed to live past age 4. With the support of Children’s Mercy experts and a family mantra of getting through whatever is placed in front of them, Tristyn is now a thriving 11-year-old! Read her story and find more patient stories at https://bit.ly/387m9at. #LoveWill

It’s election day! No matter what political party you belong to, exercise your right to vote and let your voice be heard. Read the message from our President and CEO to our staff about how our differences don’t define or divide us. They unite us in celebration and understanding. We all have the same mission to create a world of well-being for all children! https://www.childrensmercy.org/a-message-for-election-day/

Is the flu vaccine any different this year because of COVID-19? Dr. Jennifer Schuster sits down for a chat with Good Day Kansas to talk about all things flu shots. https://loom.ly/l7Yq2HY

At the ages of 12 and 9, brothers Kaden and Ty knew something was wrong, but genetic testing gave no diagnosis. Then, Genomic Answers for Kids found an answer: MFN2 lipomatosis. With the help of Children's Mercy's Genomic Medicine Center, Kaden and Ty received a diagnosis that gave their family peace of mind after years of unanswered questions and inconclusive tests. Learn more: https://loom.ly/F_pma2o

It's Indiana Jones & the Halloween Crusade! Today our President & CEO Paul Kempinski led the adventure, reverse trick or treating with our kiddos! He encountered cheerleaders, aliens & astronauts. But it did NOT have to be snakes. Happy Halloween!!! #SpiritofChildren #TogetherLoveWill

This year, Halloween safety has a whole new meaning. Check out what the experts are saying about trick-or-treating and other Halloween activities. Read how to stay safe this Halloween here: https://loom.ly/_F-OBas