Akron Children’s has been named to Forbes magazine’s Best-in-State Employers list. The award recognizes employers who excel at providing excellent employment opportunities at the local and national level. Forbes compiled the list by working with market research firm Statista to survey 70,000 U.S. employees across 25 industries. Statista collected direct recommendations from Children’s employees, as […]
Family says counseling, open communication key to strong mental health
For Cohen Pierce, it was triggered by the transition to middle school. For his younger sister Lila, it was most apparent the morning of test days. The “its” in both cases were mental health concerns. Cohen’s depression manifested as changes in his personality. He went from his normal happy-go-lucky self to feeling down and negative […]
Momentous! Your top “In the Moment” posts for 2021
Despite the many challenges facing our patients, the hospital, and our community this past year, you chose to celebrate the triumphs in our top 2021 “In the Moment” posts. We invite you to take a glance at those you may have missed, or a second peek at those you’ve already enjoyed. 1. “I’ll Be Home […]
Advances in treatment bring childhood cancer survival rates close to 90 percent
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and Dr. Jeff Hord, medical director of Akron Children’s Showers Center for Childhood Cancer and Blood Disorders, used the opportunity to discuss with Ray Horner, of WAKR AM Radio, the advances made in childhood cancer outcomes. Here are the highlights of their conversation: Horner: I’ve been doing some reading […]
It’s easier than ever to schedule appointments in MyChart
More and more patient families are turning to direct scheduling in MyChart to manage their family’s doctor appointments and simplify their busy schedules. Akron Children’s offers scheduling through MyChart for most specialty offices, in addition to well visits, flu shots and sports physicals at its pediatrics offices. It’s quick and easy, and it’s available 24 […]
Western PA native cherishes practicing medicine near home
For Dr. Lawrence Shaffer, the Youngstown and Western Pennsylvania metro areas hold a beloved place in his heart. After going through medical school on a scholarship from the United States Air Force and completing his residency, Shaffer spent four years at an Air Force base in Wyoming as a pediatrician. In 1986, he decided to […]