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We provide comprehensive care for children and teens with neural tube defects, such as spina bifida, tethered cord and caudal regression syndromes. Through our collaborative team approach, we are committed to making a difference for every child in our care and giving him or her the best quality of life possible.

Children with spina bifida will face complex medical issues at every stage of their life, often involving multiple body systems such as the central nervous system, musculoskeletal system, urinary and intestinal systems.

We will be here for you every step of the way to help you make informed decisions about advanced surgical treatments, ongoing therapies, daily challenges and the transition to adulthood.

Our team includes board certified specialists in developmental and behavioral pediatrics, neurosurgery, physiatry, orthopedics, urology and gastroenterology, as well as specialists in physical and occupational therapy and nutrition services.

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Appointments
330-543-8050

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NeuroDevelopmental Science Center
Akron Children's Hospital NeuroDevelopmental Science Center, Akron
Considine Professional Building
215 West Bowery Street
Level 4
Akron, Ohio 44308
Fax: 330-543-8054
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Our Doctors/Providers

Department Heads:
Daniel Smith
Daniel Smith, MD

Director, Myelomeningocele Clinic; Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician

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Physicians/Providers:

Amanda Abou-Fadel, MD

Pediatric Gastroenterologist

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Micah Baird, MD

Director, Division of Pediatric Physiatry; Medical Director, Rehabilitation; Pediatric Physiatrist

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Christine Carter-Kent, MD

Pediatric Gastroenterologist

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Tsulee Chen, MD

Director, Pediatric Neurosurgery; Pediatric Neurosurgeon

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Gwyneth Hughes, MD

Pediatric Neurosurgeon

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Kerwyn Jones, MD

Medical Staff President; Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon; Sports Medicine Physician; Department Quality Officer

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Joel Katz, DO

Pediatric Neurosurgeon

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Eric Massanyi, MD

Pediatric Urologist

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Daniel McMahon, MD

Director, Pediatric Urology; Pediatric Urologist

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Christopher Najarian, MD

Pediatric Physiatrist; Director, Spasticity Clinic

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Nicole Swain, PsyD, ABPP

Pediatric Psychologist

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Nurse Practitioners/Physician Assistants:

Emily Kapper, PA-C

Physician Assistant

Jacob Sisko, PA-C

Physician Assistant

Kelsey Tasker, PA-C

Physician Assistant

Other Providers:

Lauren Hoffman, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Samantha Konen, BSN, RN

Myelo Clinic Program Coordinator

Judy Stickle, PT

Physical Therapist


Some of the Conditions We Treat...

Spina bifida, myelomeningocele, meningocele, myelocystocele, lipomyelomeningocele, sacral agenesis, caudal regression, VATER syndrome, diastematomyelia, spinal cord injuries



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