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It can happen that fast – the tragedy of childhood...

August 6, 2019

Summer memories are made on the water – swimming, boating, skiing and more. But along with fun, water safety needs to be top of mind. Each year...

tags: pediatric care , t4b

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Keeping your kids out of the ER

April 24, 2019

Warm weather has arrived and kids are spending more time outside playing sports, riding bikes, hitting the playground and doing outside chores...

tags: pediatric care , t4b

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Making the Holidays Safe

November 28, 2018

The holidays may be the most wonderful time of the year, but for ER doctors it's one of the busiest. Learn how to protect your kids from common...

tags: pediatric care , t4b

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Top Five Reasons Why Breakfast Is A Must for Kids

August 1, 2018

Learn why breakfast helps children perform better during and after school, plus ideas to help your little ones fuel up in the morning.

tags: pediatric care , t4b

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ER or Pediatrician?

January 24, 2018

Every parent knows the dilemma. Your child is sick – but sick enough to head to the ER? Or should you just call your pediatrician? This slideshow...

tags: pediatric care , t4b

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Waiting For Your Pediatric Endocrinologist Visit?

December 20, 2017

Your child shouldn't wait months to see a pediatric endocrinologist. Learn how we're lessening the wait and how you can use that time to prepare...

tags: pediatric care , t4b

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Pediatric Heart Conditions

December 11, 2017

Detection and treatment of heart defects and disorders in children can be complex. Our experts are with you are your child every step of the ...

tags: heart care , pediatric care , t4b

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Healthcare Just for Kids

November 17, 2017

Hospitals can be a scary place for kids. Children deserve quality and compassionate healthcare in a calming environment.

tags: emergency care , pediatric care , t4b

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Children's Hospital vs. Regular Hospital

November 7, 2017

When your child needs an ER in the Kansas City area, do you need to find a "Children's ER"? Get the answer from the pediatric experts at HCA ...

tags: emergency care , pediatric care , t4b

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What causes teenage stress?

October 25, 2017

Stress and emotional swings are staples of the teenage and pre-teen years. But families should know when and where to seek help before a teen...

tags: pediatric care , t4b

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Halloween Safety

October 20, 2017

I read that there is a spike in emergency room visits on Halloween. If hospitals really care about the community, shouldn’t they use that knowledge...

tags: emergency care , pediatric care , t4b

Pediatric Care

Pediatric Care

It can happen that fast – the tragedy of childhood...

Keeping your kids out of the ER

Making the Holidays Safe

Top Five Reasons Why Breakfast Is A Must for Kids

ER or Pediatrician?

Waiting For Your Pediatric Endocrinologist Visit?

Pediatric Heart Conditions

Healthcare Just for Kids

Children's Hospital vs. Regular Hospital

What causes teenage stress?

Halloween Safety

Average ER Wait Times

Pediatric Care

Pediatric Care