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Built for kids.™

Built for kids.™

Nationally ranked

We’re proud to once again be recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of the nation’s best children’s hospitals. 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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Set Kids' Futures in Motion

Your generosity helps ensure move children and damilies at Children's Mercy receive specialized care, comforting resources and more opportunities to simply be together. 

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Nationally ranked

We’re proud to once again be recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of the best children’s hospitals in the country, ranked in 10 pediatric specialties.  

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Severe Cystic Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia: Joshlynn’s Story

Born at just 26 weeks and weighing only 1 pound, 8 ounces, Joshlynn faced life-threatening complications that led her family to Children's Mercy. What followed was a remarkable journey involving advanced lung care, ECMO support and a little girl who defied the odds and never stopped fighting.

Meet Joshlynn
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Find a Study

Many of the studies that are currently enrolling patients at Children’s Mercy can be found in this database. Use this finder to learn more about the purpose of these studies and clinical trials, find out who can participate, and tell us you’re interested in enrolling.

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