Dr. Tim Watson is no stranger to Northeast Ohio. He received his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed his specialty pediatrics residency at Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital. After spending time in Atlanta, GA, Dr. Watson is excited to be a part of the team of cardiologists at Akron Children’s […]
Archives for February 2024
Know the signs and symptoms of an eating disorder in kids
Unfortunately, everybody knows somebody. It’s estimated 30 million Americans will struggle with an eating disorder in their lifetime, according to National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA). At the earliest warning signs, it’s important to seek treatment immediately for better outcomes. Dr. Jessica Castonguay, medical director of the Eating Disorders Program at Akron Children’s, offers some guidance. […]
Black History Month: Thomas Berry
Recognized in February, Black History Month celebrates the achievements of African Americans and their central role in shaping our nation. In honor of the month, Thomas A. Berry, III, a pediatric coordinator at Akron Children’s, Mahoning Valley, shares more about what Black History Month means to him and the individuals who have inspired him. What’s […]
Massillon parents face their children’s rare disease with love, strength and perseverance
Richie and Kelsey Williams of Massillon, Ohio looked forward to their date night. It was their first outing since becoming parents. They planned to go to a friend’s wedding and Richie’s parents agreed to watch their five-month-old daughter, Quinn. “My mom called while we were out and said Quinn was sick and throwing up every […]
Nourishing lives, building futures: Akron Children’s food farmacy celebrates one year of impact
The food farmacy at Akron Children’s recently celebrated its 1-year anniversary providing essential nourishment to families struggling with food insecurity. Launched in January 2023, the food farmacy has served over 3,000 families and distributed nearly 100,000 pounds of food – allowing Akron Children’s to make a tangible difference in the lives of its patients and […]
Patient Experience Spotlight: Dr. Kate Boroff
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 Kate Boroff, MD, a pediatrician at Akron Children’s Pediatrics, Mansfield, who recently received the following feedback from a patient family: “(Dr. Kate Boroff) was the most amazing doctor that I’ve experienced […]
