In this episode, Dr. Ekta Patel and Dr. Devon O'Brien from Children's Mercy discuss the intricacies of congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) and why it can be overwhelming for families. They delve into prenatal imaging, potential outcomes, and the multidisciplinary approach to care. Tune in to learn how to navigate this challenging diagnosis and access vital resources for support.

Explore why treating pediatric STEMI is not like treating adults. This podcast discusses clinical presentations, diagnostic challenges, and the critical role of congenital heart disease. Delve into the findings from a decade-long study that reshaped the management strategies for children presenting with STEMI symptoms. #PediatricCardiology #STEMI #CongenitalHeartDisease #ChildrensMercy #CardiacCare #PediatricHealth

Children’s Mercy set out to solve a persistent problem in hospital care: nurses spending too much time on non‑clinical tasks. In this episode, CEO Alejandro Quiroga, MD, MBA, shares how the Helen concierge ecosystem is returning meaningful time to nurses, reducing interruptions, and improving patient and family experience. He breaks down the outcomes, the safety and standard‑work design behind the model, and why applying complexity principles—rapid iteration, hypothesis testing, and responsive workflows—was essential. Ale also explores what health systems can learn from tech industries that excel at adaptability and speed.

In this episode, Dr. Sarah Guevara hosts Dr. Sanket Shah and Dr. Erin Opfer from Children's Mercy to discuss how the groundbreaking flash scanner technology is transforming pediatric imaging. Discover the advantages of reduced sedation and lower radiation exposure, and why this innovative approach is essential for diagnosing complex congenital heart diseases. Tune in to learn how the collaborative efforts of medical professionals enhance patient care. Don't forget to subscribe for more insights!

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Children’s Mercy is transforming pediatric genetic diagnosis with a single, advanced sequencing test. Learn how this breakthrough is delivering faster answers, fewer tests, and new hope for families facing rare diseases.

Join Dr. Anmol Goyal as he explains the educational power of 3D modeling in explaining complex heart conditions. This episode highlights how visual tools help families understand diagnoses and surgical procedures, making complex medical terms accessible to everyone.

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J. Allyson Hays, MD, discusses the rare disease histiocytosis, how it presents in pediatric cases, how Children's Mercy treats it and more. 

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Mark Ryan, MD, MSPH, FACS, discusses the use of virtual reality and 3D imaging in pediatric surgery, and the impact it has on planning, outcomes and the future of pediatric procedures.

Discover the unique challenges faced by adolescent kidney transplant recipients and their families in this deep dive into patient-centered assessments. Host Dr. Mike and pediatric nephrologist Dr. Judith Van Sickle discuss barriers to medical adherence and the importance of a supportive network in optimizing health outcomes for young patients.

Tomoo Iwakuma, MD, PhD, discusses recent research findings around his studies of the p53 gene.