Kindergarten readiness involves many aspects of your child’s development, including social, emotional, cognitive, behavioral and motor skills. So getting ready for kindergarten involves practicing all of the skills. “Parents play a vital role when it comes to kindergarten readiness,” said Dr. Therese Linnon, an Akron Children’s pediatrician. “You are your child’s first and greatest teacher.” […]
Archives for August 2024
Patient Experience Spotlight: Dr. Stephen Steiner adds fun and silly socks to family-centered care
As a pediatric neurologist at Akron Children’s NeuroDevelopmental Science Center, Stephen Steiner, MD, PhD, knows that patients and families often arrive nervous for appointments, but his unique approach to family-centered care helps put them at ease. Read the feedback a patient family shared after a recent visit: “I want to say that the doctor [Dr. […]
Akron Children’s Breastfeeding Medicine helps mom breastfeed after traumatic birth
When Bailey Aikens-Caceres entered the world, her moms weren’t ready. They didn’t have her nursery decorated. The car seat wasn’t installed, and they certainly weren’t expecting a hospital stay. Born at 31 weeks due to a placental abruption, Bailey is currently in the Akron Children’s NICU getting stronger by the day. Though Bailey’s birth mom […]
Director of hospital medicine gets recognized on a national stage for excellence in clinical care
James Nard, MD, began his career in hospital medicine before it was even an accredited, board-certified specialty. For more than 36 years, he dedicated his practice to improving medical outcomes and patient care standards in hospital medicine through pediatric care excellence, research and education. Today, Dr. Nard is being recognized on a national stage for […]
Nursing is more than just a job for allergy nurse Marjorie Billock
From the moment her father told her she’d make a great nurse, an 8-year-old Marjorie Billock knew her career path was set. Now 28 years into a distinguished nursing career, Marjorie has cared for patients all over the country, following her husband’s Navy career. In 2024, she brought her wealth of experience to Akron Children’s […]
Irish dancer overcomes injuries and achieves success at world championships
After seeing Lord of the Dance (a high-energy Irish dance show) at age 3, Jocelyn Mehle, now age 17, became fascinated with the athletic dance style that features minimal upper body movement and fast, frenetic footwork. “Beginning at age 5 she used to accompany her older sister, Kayla, to Burke School of Irish Dance in […]
