For Todd Ritzman, MD, pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Akron Children’s, helping patients achieve outcomes that were once never thought possible is one of the most rewarding aspects of his job. “The great part of being an orthopedic surgeon is watching a child with a broken bone or a congenital deformity enjoy childhood,” Dr. Ritzman said. […]
Vision for Our Valley’s Children Campaign comes to a successful end – THANK YOU!
Akron Children’s is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of the Vision for Our Valley’s Children Campaign, which will provide support for programs and services at Akron Children’s Mahoning Valley. The campaign had a goal of $18 million but far surpassed that goal by raising $25 million. We would like to take this opportunity to […]
Celebrating Akron Children’s ‘Champions’
At this year’s Champions for Children donor appreciation dinner, more than 200 guests honored the generosity of donors like Tom and Joy Murdough who make it possible for Akron Children’s to treat every child regardless of their ability to pay. The Murdoughs were presented with the 2017 Children’s Champion award for their long-standing commitment to […]
Holiday Tree Festival spotlight: Building on the Promise
Visit the 32nd annual Holiday Tree Festival at the John S. Knight Center from Nov.23- Dec.1, and see the trees, wreaths and holiday gifts. Admission to the festival is free. For more information visit akronchildrens.org/treefestival.