Akron Children’s Hospital surgeons, Stephanie Russo, MD, PhD and Drew Engles, MD, are giving patients with arthrogryposis a new way to move their joints thanks to an innovative procedure called, carpal wedge osteotomy and flexorpronator slide. Arthrogryposis, also called arthrogryposis multiplex congenita (AMC), is a rare condition that causes stiff or contracted joints at birth and […]
Diabetes is just part of the game for James
James Bauman is a rising junior at St. Ignatius High School where he excels in the classroom and on the soccer field. To be at his best, he knows it requires hours of studying, practicing and getting his A1C level right. “I was young when I was diagnosed (with type 1 diabetes), but I don’t […]
Team approach is best for gastroschisis care
When Sarah and Terrell Richardson received the news their daughter, Gabrielle, had gastroschisis, they had no idea what it was or how to help her. Their questions led them at Akron Children’s Maternal Fetal Medicine where they were connected with specialists and a care plan before Gabrielle arrived. “We met with specialists regularly to keep […]
Spina bifida doesn’t stop Madelyn
Forward. It’s a path 5-year-old Madelyn Traschel has been on from the start. Affected by spina bifida, she has been managing regular doctor visits, surgeries and therapy sessions to keep her moving in the only direction she knows – forward. We first shared Madelyn’s story a few years ago at the opening of the Akron […]
Change is good: Bariatric surgery leads to healthier lifestyle
For many people who struggle to maintain a healthy weight, there’s often a moment that sticks with them that prompts a change. For 19-year-old T.J. Robinson, the moment came during his sophomore year of high school when we was diagnosed with pre-diabetes. “It was definitely a scary thing to hear that I was so close […]
Virtual visits bring Akron Children’s care to you
For large families, busy families or families with special needs, finding time to schedule health appointments can be challenging. Thankfully, Akron Children’s virtual visits offer families more options to get the care they need at a location most convenient to them – home. For busy mom of 4, Rebecca Chance, MyChart telehealth appointments make getting […]
