There are many exciting research projects and innovators in our region, yet many of us remain unaware of their importance. Expert Exchange seeks to spread the news and put a face and voice to the powerful expertise making our region great. 

Discoveries in science and medicine are often made more quickly and the impact is greater if they are made through collaboration rather than individually. Similarly as we continue the regional development of Translational Research, collaboration in cross-functional areas is critical to accelerating innovations from bench to bedside. 

Marilyn Rantz, PhD, RN, FAAN
University of Missouri
In coming years more than 76 million baby boomers will be reaching their 75th birthdays and at least 40 percent will need extensive health care services. 
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CHILDREN’S MERCY FIRST TO OFFER 
GENETIC TEST FOR YOUNG PATIENTS
Dr. Stephen Kingsmore
Children’s Mercy Hospitals and Clinics
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