It’s that time of year: kids getting sick with colds, flu and other viruses. If your child has a minor illness, you can get care without leaving the comfort of your own home. Here are some frequently asked questions about Akron Children’s Quick Care Online. What is it? Quick Care Online is a convenient and […]
Archives for February 2025
For Kathy Tomayko, working at Akron Children’s is a family affair
When Peer Review Technician Kathy Tomayko started at Akron Children’s back in 1991, she couldn’t have predicted the pivotal role it would play in her life. In a twist of fate worthy of the big screen, Kathy met her husband Tim, a former facilities project manager who retired in 2020, while both were working here. […]
Siblings with rare genetic disorder exceed expectations
Paul and Becky Lee’s son, Jack, entered the world 8 weeks early. It wasn’t apparent until the next day that something was wrong, other than his prematurity. Jack didn’t move, and doctors suspected a neurological condition. Jack spent 10 weeks in the Akron Children’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and then another 15 weeks in […]
Delta Dental Foundation grant helps clinic deliver oral screenings and treatments
At the Celeste Myers Dental Clinic within Akron Children’s, dental care is anything but typical. “We work with complex patients – from those who have never seen a dentist to those with autism or cancer that require a balance of dental expertise and deep compassion,” said Tania Markarian, DDS, MSM, clinical director of the […]
Medina Sunrise Rotary gift reflects a commitment to serving kids in Medina
The more than 40 members of the Medina Sunrise Rotary Club prove that communities can be dramatically changed by small groups. “Each year, we hold an event called Wine & Roses where we raise most of the funds that we give to local organizations. We generally grant a couple thousand dollars to various nonprofits each […]
Flu FAQ
Dr. Hanna Lemerman, pediatrician at Akron Children’s Pediatrics in Fairlawn, gets a lot of questions from concerned parents about the flu shot. Here are the most common ones. Why should I get the flu shot this year? This is a severe flu season. Getting the flu shot will help to protect you and your child […]
