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Children's Mercy
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Children's hospital 📍 Kansas City
Creating a world of wellbeing for children. 💙 #BuiltForKids
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The Children’s Mercy Fertility Preservation team meets with families when patients’ conditions/treatments put them at risk for infertility as adults. The goal is education, informed decisions — and giving patients and families back some autonomy and hope! Learn more: https://cmkc.link/3zeou2X
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December 29, 2025 at 6:12 PM
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Making telehealth work for kids starts with smart strategies. In this podcast episode, Children’s Mercy expert Morgan Waller shares key insights for virtual visits and family support. Tune in + earn CME credit: https://cmkc.link/495XkHu #Pediatrics #CME
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December 29, 2025 at 5:15 PM
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It’s a bear-y special day when our friends at 15 and Mahomies stop by! 🧸 Thank you for bringing Build-a-Bear stuffies filled with love and a special message from Patrick Mahomes for our patients. 💙
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December 27, 2025 at 7:49 PM
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Grady broke his hip right before his wish — to meet Patrick Mahomes — & had surgery at Children’s Mercy. Mahomes encouraged him: “The Chiefs and me are behind you!” Now Grady is returning the favor: “Don’t doubt yourself! I came back stronger than ever, so you should, too.” https://cmkc.link/3Y8CIvw
December 25, 2025 at 9:11 PM
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The stockings are hung, the hot cocoa is brewing and gifts are waiting to be opened! 🎄 Our urgent care locations will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Christmas Eve and 12 to 6 p.m. on Christmas Day. We’re wishing you a fun and safe holiday!
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December 23, 2025 at 2:05 PM
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Sleigh the flu this season! 🛷🎄

Get your child’s vaccine today through their primary care provider or at Children's Mercy! https://cmkc.link/48tFnDQ
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December 21, 2025 at 5:45 PM
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Happy 1 year anniversary to our facility dog, Patsy! Studies show that dogs can lower stress and anxiety and increase well-being for kids in the hospital. We’re so thankful for our amazing team of pups (and their humans) who bring joy to our patients each day.
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December 20, 2025 at 8:07 PM
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The KC community came together to bring comfort and joy to families in the hospital during our 4th annual Night Lights holiday parade. Emergency vehicles, first responders and even Santa surrounded our downtown Adele Hall Campus with bright lights and warm wishes. Thanks to all who helped!

December 19, 2025 at 7:08 PM
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Managing poisonings can be complex. Our latest podcast episode covers antidotes, key protocols and real-world tips from emergency medicine physician Dr. Michelle DePhilips. Tune in + earn CME credit: https://cmkc.link/495XkHu #Pediatrics #CME
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December 18, 2025 at 9:35 PM
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Kids deserve more than care — they deserve breakthroughs.

We’re pushing boundaries with bold science, innovative research and technology built just for kids. Because when science meets heart, amazing things happen. 💙

#BuiltForKids #BoldScience #ChildrensMercy
December 15, 2025 at 4:50 PM
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Here’s to growth & gratitude! 💙
The O’Reilly family has pledged the lead gift for our new pediatric clinic in Springfield & will serve as honorary co-chairs for the campaign. Their generosity will help bring even more specialized care for kids in the southwest Missouri & across the region.
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December 13, 2025 at 7:54 PM
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Competition for a cause! We are so grateful to Park University Athletics for rallying your community to support kids & families facing cancer. By hosting Cancer Awareness Games, you’re helping Children’s Mercy deliver hope, healing & expert care to the 2,000 children we treat for cancer each year.
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December 11, 2025 at 9:32 PM
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5-year-old Dawson had near-constant ear infections since infancy. When traditional treatments didn't work, our ENT team found success with a new approach: They used a tiny flap of Dawson’s own skin to create a new, healthy surface for his eardrum.

https://cmkc.link/3KJQpO6
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December 9, 2025 at 5:13 PM
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Our researchers are looking for parents and their infants aged 9 to 24-month-olds to join our #ResearchStudy! Families who join will participate in research activities & enjoy a music-enrichment program earning up to $475.

Learn more: https://cmkc.link/47CXqcJ
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December 8, 2025 at 5:14 PM
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Every discovery matters for the tiniest patients—like Hazel. Dr. Venkatesh Sampath’s research is transforming care for premature and critically ill newborns. See how science + compassion drive change: https://cmkc.link/4r4l7lo
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December 8, 2025 at 4:12 PM
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Last week, our Community Room was loaded with 300 amazingly decorated miniature trees for families to choose from to brighten up their hospital room. There was something for everyone, from Hot Wheels to Wicked and even Snoopy's doghouse. Later, Santa and Mrs. Claus stopped by. Happy holidays!
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December 8, 2025 at 1:45 AM
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Save the date! The Transplant Symposium is July 17 at Children’s Mercy Research Institute, hosted with @mwtransplant.bsky.social. Join experts for continuing education sessions on family perspectives, innovations, equity & more. Details: https://cmkc.link/3MqkanG https://cmkc.link/3MqkanG
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December 8, 2025 at 12:07 AM
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New podcast episode! Neonatologist Dr. Harriet Romald shares how pediatricians support premature infants beyond the NICU—covering discharge planning, milestones, and social factors. Practical tips + latest insights in neonatal follow-up care. Listen now: https://cmkc.link/3KhnWzg
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December 6, 2025 at 8:14 PM
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We’re proud to be named a NORD® Rare Disease Center of Excellence, a network of 46 institutions nationwide advancing expert care + research for rare disease patients. https://cmkc.link/3Y64yZ0 @nordrare.bsky.social #RareDisease
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December 4, 2025 at 5:45 PM
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There’s still time to double your #GivingTuesday impact for kids and teens receiving #MentalHealth care through our Illuminate initiative! Because of your incredible generosity, our donor match has been extended through 11:59 pm today, Dec. 3.

Double your gift now: https://cmkc.link/3MbUsTU
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December 3, 2025 at 6:51 PM
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​This #GivingTuesday, your gift to our #MentalHealth initiative, Illuminate brings care closer to home for kids like Kristen. Thanks to generous donors, all gifts are matched, doubling your impact for kids who need hope today. https://cmkc.link/4ooSRHT

#GivingTuesday #GivingTuesday2025
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December 2, 2025 at 1:14 PM
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Olivia was diagnosed with biliary atresia at 3 weeks & needed a new liver at 9 months. Fortunately, Children’s Mercy has some of the shortest transplant wait times in the country. Olivia had a new liver only 9 days after being listed!

https://cmkc.link/4p1w4mn
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December 1, 2025 at 10:45 PM
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Congratulations to Dr. Cyndi Call, a psychologist in our Autism Clinic, who was chosen by her colleagues to receive this year’s Belden Award. Cyndi exemplifies the spirit of retired Children's Mercy psychologist Brian Belden and carries on his legacy of compassionate clinical care.
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November 29, 2025 at 7:50 PM
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Anthony was the first pediatric patient in the KC area to have an osteochondral allograft! This surgery helped heal the bone tissue death in his right hip. One year later, he’s made a full recovery and is ready to try both marching band & football soon. Read his story: https://cmkc.link/3M5zx4Q
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November 28, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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Today and all the ones that follow, we give thanks for our 9,000+ team members and the countless lives changed by their dedicated service, as well as the patients, families, donors, volunteers, students and so many others who are part of our Children’s Mercy family. Happy Thanksgiving to all!
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November 27, 2025 at 7:06 PM