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 […]
Hospital Updates
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 […]
Ruth Weekley retires after a six-decade nursing career at Akron Children’s
Growing up in Evansville, Indiana, Ruth Weekley, PRN nurse in Akron Children’s Employee Health, dared to take chances and try new things. Ruth, who was the youngest of six children, spent school breaks working for a local lawyer and wanted to become a legal secretary. But a trip to Wisconsin to visit her older brother […]
Patient Experience Spotlight: Suzanne Dragus
Every day at Akron Children’s, we strive to deliver compassionate care and create positive experiences for our patients and families. This month, we’re spotlighting Suzy Dragus, a guest attendant at Akron Children’s, Mahoning Valley, who recently received the following feedback from patient families: “I was so very pleased with the receptionist (Suzy). I parked […]
Local woman reinvents her career with the help of Career Launch
As a 35-year-old wife and mother of two, Sarah Hufstetler dared to dream beyond the familiar. With both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in communications, Sarah worked as an analyst in the tech industry for many years. But after having kids, she dreamed of pursuing a more meaningful and fulfilling career working in health care. […]
Nourishing lives, building futures: Akron Children’s food farmacy celebrates one year of impact
The food farmacy at Akron Children’s recently celebrated its 1-year anniversary providing essential nourishment to families struggling with food insecurity. Launched in January 2023, the food farmacy has served over 3,000 families and distributed nearly 100,000 pounds of food – allowing Akron Children’s to make a tangible difference in the lives of its patients and […]
