Whether we’re entering a New Year or new season, this time often signals a fresh start to many things in life — from wellness to organization. Making sure your home medicine cabinet is up-to-date and ready for life’s minor emergencies should be one of them, advised Akron Children’s Pediatrician Megan Litman, MD. “We recommend parents […]
Archives for January 2024
Narrative medicine, patient journals support patients on their health care journey
As narrative medicine coordinator, Nicole Robinson witnesses on a daily basis the healing power of listening to the stories of our patients, their families and our hospital staff. “Narrative medicine is the use of literary arts to help patients, families and staff tell and listen to stories,” she said. “For children and families, it may […]
Patient Experience Spotlight: Lorraine Powell
Every day at Akron Children’s, we strive to deliver compassionate care and create positive experiences for our patients and families. This month, we’re spotlighting Lorraine Powell, a radiology support specialist on our Akron campus, who recently received the following feedback from a patient family: “I just want you to know you have an amazing, dedicated, […]
How can I access my child’s medical record?
Every time your child climbs up on a doctor’s exam table or rolls up a sleeve for a blood draw, somebody makes a note of it in your child’s medical record. Doctors keep a medical record on every patient to provide the very best care. A medical record is a history of your child’s health […]
Akron Children’s applies for APRN Fellowship Accreditation in Behavioral Health to improve transition to practice
In the fall of 2022, Akron Children’s Advanced Practice Center and Behavioral Health Center collaborated to implement the hospital’s first APRN postgraduate fellowship program in pediatric psychiatry and behavioral health to fill an educational gap in transition to practice. Psychiatric Mental Health APRNs are trained to treat the lifespan of patients, from pediatrics to adults, […]
Orthopedic surgery corrects musculoskeletal issues for teen with cerebral palsy
Going to an indoor water park was on Alexis Walsh’s birthday bucket list. Alexis, who turned 14 in October, 2023, thought it would be fun, especially riding rafts down the slides with her family. During Christmas break, Alexis fulfilled her wish and enjoyed a mini family vacation to a local water park. The outing was […]
