The life and practice of Susan Myers, MD, has forever changed for the better after spending more than 20 years in Papua New Guinea diagnosing and treating patients in dire need. She recognizes firsthand the importance of being more sensitive to peoples’ needs, and understanding each patient’s unique experience and environment in order to provide […]
Hospital Updates
Welcome neuropsychologist, Dr. Brittney Williams
Evaluating plans for patients of families with Sickle Cell, ASD/CNS diagnosis is a multi-prong approach. With a goal to expand neuropsychology services at Akron Children’s, Dr. Brittney Williams will collaborate with colleagues in the specialties of Hematology/Oncology, Psychology, School Health and more when treating patients. Dr. Williams was attracted to studying neuropsychology to help build […]
Dr. Swaroop Pinto finds her rhythm in helping kids battle sleep disorders
Swaroop Pinto, MD, credits her father as her biggest inspiration to follow medicine. Growing up in Kuwait, she admired his strong work ethic, humility and patience as a nurse, and she dreamed of one day making a difference in the lives of her own patients, as well. Today, as Akron Children’s newest pediatric pulmonology and […]
New pediatrician Dr. Zizzy combines quality care with giggles and fun
Much like her nickname may suggest, Elizabeth “Zizzy” Bucchieri, MD, likes to think of herself as a silly and playful spirit. She loves to laugh, is friendly and approachable, and if you catch her on a good day, she might even admit to expressing potty humor, from time to time. “I just love kids!” said […]
Dr. Hannah Elkus to serve as new director of QI for Hematology/Oncology
Projects centered on quality improvement have an emphasis of putting processes in place to ensure the safest, most effective care for patients. Consistently measuring these processes and implementing new methods of structure improves outcomes for patients. New to leading this charge in the division of Hematology/Oncology is Dr. Hannah Elkus. Dr. Elkus toured Akron Children’s […]
Good Mourning grief support now available in Spanish
To help children and their parents cope with the death of a loved one, Akron Children’s offers a six-week Good Mourning support group. These support services are open to all families, not just those who have experienced a loss associated with our hospital. Recently these services were expanded to include sessions in Spanish. “For Spanish-speaking […]
