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Pediatric General Surgery

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Children aren’t just small adults. Their bodies are still growing, and their medical and emotional needs are unique.

Our pediatric general surgery team has extensive experience in treating a wide range of conditions in children. Using tools designed for small spaces and techniques tailored for children, we deliver care that is precise, thoughtful and developmentally appropriate.

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About General Surgery

At Akron Children’s, our pediatric general surgeons work alongside a wide range of medical providers and administrative staff as a dedicated team, delivering expert, compassionate care. We understand the delicate anatomy of growing bodies. That is why every plan we create is built with a child’s future in mind, supporting healthy growth, development and long-term quality of life.

Surgical care at Akron Children’s goes far beyond the procedure itself.

We talk with parents. We sit with kids. We explain things simply. We listen, answer questions and provide reassurance at every step. When families feel supported and informed, healing can begin.

Our goal is simple: help kids heal and get back to being kids.

Pediatric General Surgery, Akron

Akron Children's Pediatric General Surgery, Akron
Golisano Campus
Considine Professional Building
215 West Bowery Street -- Level 6
Akron, Ohio 44308
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Appointments: 330-543-2778

Department: 330-543-6060

Outpatient Surgery Center, Akron

Akron Children's Outpatient Surgery Center, Akron
Golisano Campus
Kay Jewelers Pavilion
177 West Exchange Street -- Level 3
Akron, Ohio 44302
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Hours

Monday : 6 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Tuesday : 6 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Wednesday : 6 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Thursday : 6 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday : 6 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Department: 330-543-1040

Pediatric Surgery, Akron

Akron Children's Pediatric Surgery, Akron
Golisano Campus
Considine Professional Building
215 West Bowery Street -- Level 6
Akron, Ohio 44308
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Appointments: 330-543-2778

Department: 330-543-6060

Pediatric Surgery, Boardman

Akron Children's Pediatric Surgery, Boardman
Beeghly Campus
Leonard J. Fisher Family Building -- Building A
6505 Market Street
Boardman, Ohio 44512
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Appointments: 330-543-2778

Department: 330-543-6060

Pediatric Surgery, Marietta

Akron Children's Pediatric Surgery, Marietta
Memorial Health System
Wayne Street Medical Campus
320 East 8th St., Suite 140
Marietta, Ohio 45750
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Hours

Monday : 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday : 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday : 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Thursday : 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday : 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Hours vary by provider and location. Please schedule online or call to make an appointment.

Appointments: 330-543-2778

Pediatric Surgery, Warren

Akron Children's Pediatric Surgery, Warren
The Market Place
5000 East Market Street
Warren, Ohio 44484
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Hours

Monday : 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Tuesday : 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Wednesday : 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Thursday : 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday : 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday : 8 a.m. - Noon

Appointments: 330-543-2778

DEPARTMENT HEADS:

Justin Huntington, MD

Director, Division of Pediatric Surgery; Pediatric General Surgeon

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PHYSICIANS/PROVIDERS:

Scott Boulanger, MD

Director, Pediatric General Surgery; Pediatric General Surgeon

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Nathan Heinzerling, MD

Trauma Medical Director; Pediatric General Surgeon

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Joseph Iocono, MD, MBA, FACS, FAAP

Pediatric General and Thoracic Surgeon

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Douglas Potoka, MD

Pediatric General Surgeon

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Programs and Clinics

Conditions and Treatments:

Abdominal surgery, anorectal malformation/imperforate anus/cloaca, anorectal malformation repair, av fistula/shunt construction or takedown, biliary atresia, bowel malrotation, bowel management¸ bowel obstruction, circumcision, esophageal and tracheal repair, gallbladder removal, gastroesophageal reflux procedures (Nissen), gastroschisis, gastrostomy tube placement, head and neck tumors and cysts, hernia repair: inguinal – umbilical – ventral, Hirschsprung’s disease, inflammatory bowel disease, intestinal atresia repair, neuroblastoma excision, omphalocele, orchidopexy, ovarian torsion, pectus carinatum, pectus excavatum, pectus repair, pilonidal cysts, pyloric stenosis, removal of foreign bodies from trachea/esophagus, rhabdomyosarcoma, soft tissue repair, testicular torsion, thoracic, lung and mediastinal tumor excision, thoracic surgery, tumor surgery, Wilms’ tumor

Slide image of Verified as a Level 1 Children's Surgery Center

Verified as a Level 1 Children's Surgery Center

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Akron Children’s surgeon helps standout football player return to the field

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