Because you can’t plan for injuries or illnesses, Akron Children’s is making it easier for families by reducing wait times at our 4 Urgent Care locations through On My Way scheduling. Whether your child has a bad cough, sprained ankle or a rash, On My Way allows you to securely choose the Akron Children’s Urgent […]
Archives for April 2024
Is it growing pains or something more?
When aches and pains occur in children between the ages of 3 to 14 years, growing pains are often the cause. When should you be concerned that it’s something more? How can you help your child manage the pain and discomfort? As a pediatric nurse practitioner in Akron Children’s department of Pediatric Rheumatology, Marlene Thompson […]
New Family Resource Center transforms how we connect families to support services
When Akron Children’s Family Resource Center opened decades ago, it was a library where families could get information about their child’s illness or condition from trusted medical sources. When our new Family Resource Center opens in April, it will be a “one-stop shop” where families can get all the support services they need in one […]
Welcome to Akron Children’s Pediatrics, Mayfield Heights, pediatrician, Dr. Julie McClave
Dr. Julie McClave is a pediatrician at Akron Children’s Pediatrics, Mayfield Heights. She is passionate about Akron Children’s mission that focuses on kids, making their families feel comfortable and providing exceptional care. Dr. McClave grew up in Mayfield Heights. “The opportunity to start a practice site close to where I live and with colleagues who […]
Mary Schatz named Ohio’s school nurse administrator of the year
The Ohio Association of School Nurses recently named Mary Schatz, MSN, RN, LSN, nurse manager for Akron Children’s School Health Services, the Ohio School Nurse Administrator of the Year. This prestigious, statewide award honors Mary’s exceptional leadership and commitment to fostering a healthy and supportive environment for students across 43 school districts. Mary’s leadership style […]
From full-court dreams to injured reserve: College athlete’s road to recovery
In fall 2023, 18-year-old Samair Colon was living her dream playing college basketball on an athletic scholarship at Southwest Community College in Creston, Iowa, 800 miles away from her hometown of Campbell, OH. But in November 2023, everything came to a screeching halt. “We were in the middle of a game when I went for […]
