Some people are born to serve others, and Tony Gutowski was one of those rare people. “Tony dedicated his life to advancing our mission and advocating for the health and well-being of those who might not be in the position to advocate for themselves,” said Michael Wellendorf, Akron Children’s government relations manager. “He was a […]
ROCK research group earns top orthopedic honor for knee research
At the 2026 annual meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), the Research on OsteoChondritis Dissecans of the Knee (ROCK) study group received the AAOS Impact Award, one of the highest honors in orthopedic research. Formerly known as the Kappa Delta Award, the annual award recognizes outstanding research that improves care for bones, joints […]
Teen dancer’s sudden seizure leads to lifesaving autoimmune encephalitis diagnosis
On the morning of July 22, 2025, 14-year-old Grey Griggy woke up dizzy, vomiting and unable to walk. Her mom, Stacey, tried to keep things calm as they sat down to watch a movie together. But during a simple conversation about what to watch, Stacey noticed something alarming. “She was describing the movie she wanted […]
How one family found fast relief for their baby’s chronic ear infections
When Allison and Kyle Caja moved to northeast Ohio from Cincinnati, their 8-month-old daughter Guinevere was already struggling with painful ear infections. Guinevere had been dealing with chronic ear infections since she was 4 months old. As a result, the infections caused high fevers, sleepless nights and many trips to the emergency room. “The ear […]
Patient experience spotlight: Alicia Fedyski
Each month, Akron Children’s recognizes an employee for providing an outstanding patient experience. Our most recent honoree is Alicia Fedyski, staff nurse on the 7 Medical inpatient unit. She recently received this feedback from a grateful mother: “When my son was transferred from Boardman to the Akron hospital, we were unable to ride with him. […]
Tips to prepare mentally for pregnancy – and beyond
Preparing for pregnancy is not only about making sure your body is in the best physical shape possible. It’s also about making sure you’re mentally and emotionally ready for this new chapter in your life. Bringing a new baby into your family is a big change. And many women can develop mental health challenges like […]
