Patient safety may feel like an issue that’s restricted to our patient care settings, but the reality is it extends far beyond. This poignant truth struck home for one Akron Children’s nurse during a routine phone call that took an unexpected turn, transforming into a life-or-death situation and serving as a reminder that patient safety […]
Celebrating the Lunar New Year with Dr. Tsulee Chen
The Lunar New Year welcomes the arrival of spring and the start of the new year on the lunisolar calendar. Celebrated in Asian communities around the world including China, South Korea and Vietnam, the 15-day festival is full of rich traditions and culture. This Lunar New Year, which begins on Feb. 10, is the year […]
Black History Month: Dr. Brandon Smith
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, Brandon Smith, MD, a pediatric cardiologist at Akron Children’s, shares more about what Black History Month means to him and the individuals who have inspired his career. What’s your job […]
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, […]
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, […]