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Built for kids.™

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We are proud to once again be recognized by U.S. News & World Report. Whether your child needs routine care or highly specialized treatment, our pediatric experts are here to help. From tiny newborns to growing teens, we’re committed to improving outcomes and making every experience as comforting and supportive as possible.

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Every day, children at Children’s Mercy receive expert care made possible by a community that shows up when it matters most. Whether you give, volunteer, fundraise, or share your story, your support brings comfort, hope and brighter futures to kids and families.

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Myeloid Leukemia Associated with Down Syndrome: Cate’s Story

  Born into uncertainty, placed into foster care and diagnosed with cancer before her first birthday, Cate’s life began with extraordinary challenges. Discover how she found healing, hope and her forever family — with a Children’s Mercy physician — who chose her every step of the way.  

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Introducing MyChart

MyChart, our new patient portal, helps you stay connected to your child's care. We're excited to help you get started in person or online.

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Infectious Diseases Researchers Collaborate Across Children’s Mercy and Kansas City

About 90% of what infectious diseases researchers do is clinical and translational research, according to Rangaraj Selvarangan, PhD, BVSc, D(ABMM), FIDSA, F(AAM), Division Director of Emerging Infections and Director of Microbiology and Virology Laboratories, Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. With a bench-to-bedside focus, the most important research is the kind that integrates the clinical and science sides, he explains.

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