It’s difficult to say precisely how many lives Nancy Carst has touched during her career, but it’s a certainty that she has been the comforting presence for thousands of parents during the most difficult time imaginable – the time when a parent loses a child. Nancy is retiring on Jan. 3 after 38 years, first […]
Akron Children’s suture team celebrates 50 years of compassionate care
This year, the Akron Children’s suture team celebrated its 50th anniversary, a milestone that highlights decades of dedicated service and innovative wound care in pediatric emergency medicine. Led by Suture Program Coordinator Jason Clancy, the team includes 25 highly trained paramedics, nurses and certified surgical technologists (CSTs), who provide vital care in both the Akron […]
Pediatric Orthopedic Review Course empowers future surgeons
On Oct. 24 and 25, Akron Children’s hosted its 10th annual Pediatric Orthopedic Review Course, drawing orthopedic residents from across northern Ohio to the John S. Knight Center for an immersive educational experience. Endorsed by the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America, the course provided a comprehensive review of pediatric orthopedic surgery, featuring 11 surgical […]
Allen Smith uses humor and kid-friendly terms to help keep patients calm and comfortable
As a suture technician in the emergency department at Akron Children’s Boardman campus, Allen Smith understands the entire family is typically nervous and upset when a child is hurt. He uses kid-friendly terminology and a sense of humor to make everyone feel more comfortable and keep his patients calm. Read the feedback a patient family […]
Akron Children’s helps two sisters achieve their nursing dreams
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 […]
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 […]
