Tabitha and Tori Smith share more than a last name. These sisters, who both currently work at Akron Children’s, are on a journey to becoming registered nurses (RNs) together. Enrolled at Stark State College, they will graduate in May 2025. Tori’s desire to become a nurse is deeply personal and stems from her childhood battle […]
Hospital Updates
More Than a Job: Seth Vizzo shares his passion for pediatrics
Medical Assistant Seth Vizzo understands that visiting a doctor’s office can be intimidating for kids. That’s why he works to make it less so for his patients at Akron Children’s Pediatric (ACP) Wooster. His approach emphasizes the importance of being approachable and engaging, which he believes is essential for effective patient care. “Getting the patient […]
Akron Children’s expands care with new Montrose urgent care location and walk-in sports injury clinic
Akron Children’s is expanding its health care services in the Montrose area with the relocation of its urgent care to a new, state-of-the-art facility and the launch of a walk-in orthopedic and sports injury clinic. Beginning at noon on October 22, urgent care will be located in the former Golf Galaxy building at 4118 Medina […]
James Palmer plans a retirement full of weekend family time and fun
James Palmer, technician II in Akron Children’s Environmental Services, was just 13 when he started working at his first job. Employed through a youth program, James did yard work for senior citizens. That job helped him develop a strong work ethic and sense of responsibility, as well as a passion for maintaining a well-groomed yard. […]
Akron Children’s utilizes augmented intelligence to improve patient care
Akron Children’s is using a new tool called the Rothman Deterioration Index (DI) to help nurses keep a closer eye on their patients. Rather than replacing human decision-making, the DI works alongside clinical teams, helping them better predict when a patient’s condition may worsen. This breakthrough is changing how nurses keep a close watch on […]
Akron Children’s surpasses significant patient safety milestone
Akron Children’s recently surpassed a significant patient safety milestone. As of Sept. 20, the organization has gone more than 571 days without a serious safety event (SSE). Wendy Van Ittersum, MD, FAAP, medical director, patient and staff safety, said the milestone is a testament to Akron Children’s commitment to quality and patient safety and its […]
