Looking back, Kim Oldfield, nurse program coordinator in Akron Children’s pediatric epilepsy program, has always been drawn to caregiving. It started with babysitting in her neighborhood. Later, it was her mother’s enthusiasm toward nursing and Kim’s interest in science that spurred her on to become a nurse. “I thought I would be a nurse caring […]
Archives for October 2022
Dr. Karas named Community Pediatrician of the Year
Some might say an outstanding community pediatrician is a strong advocate who goes the extra mile to meet patients’ needs, while working to improve systems of care that apply to all kids. Our very own pediatrician, David Karas, MD, is being recognized for doing just that with the 2022 Arnold Friedman Community Pediatrician of the […]
Dr. Susan Shah looks forward to a retirement filled with crafting, travel and family bonding
A wise mentor once told Susan Shah, MD: “Listen to and talk to your patients. The answers are always there when you truly connect with patients and families.” She took this advice to heart and made it a motto she lived by as a pediatrician at Akron Children’s Pediatrics, Twinsburg. With every patient family, she […]
Dr. Somashekhar Rachaiah practices patience to provide the best care possible
Somashekhar Rachaiah, MD, prides himself on his superpower: Patience! To him, patience is an important virtue — and the secret — to providing the very best care. As Akron Children’s newest pediatrician, Dr. Rachaiah splits his time between Akron Children’s Pediatrics, New Philadelphia, and our Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology. His superpower is taking the […]
COVID-19 pandemic and other factors lead to resurgence of childhood obesity
Childhood obesity puts kids at risk for poor health and chronic medical problems as they grow into adulthood. Akron Children’s Healthy Active Living program team sheds light on childhood obesity, COVID-19’s impact on the problem and what we as parents can do to help curb a widening obesity epidemic. Why is childhood obesity on the […]
Dr. John Clark adapts heart procedure to treat more arrhythmia conditions — all with zero radiation
Akron Children’s Heart Center has taken another step forward on its mission to mend all kids’ “broken” hearts. Pediatric Cardiologist and Director of Akron Children’s Pediatric Arrhythmia Center John Clark, MD, and his team have adapted a common cardiac ablation procedure, traditionally used to treat abnormally fast heart rhythms, to now also treat areas of […]
