When LaTisha Culler speaks of her late daughter Ayanna (Yanni), it’s easy for those who never met her to feel as if they know her intimately. “I used to call her my little ‘Punky Brewster,’” said LaTisha, a big fan of the TV show. “Yanni danced to her own tune, whatever she felt was right. […]
Patient Stories
Innovative cardioneuroablation procedure heals woman’s heart issues
Twenty twenty-three turned out to be a year of unimaginable challenges for 39-year-old Laura Montoya. In March, her husband, Monty, a former Marine, stepped on a landmine while volunteering in Ukraine, losing a foot. As she navigated the aftermath of Monty’s traumatic injury, which required multiple trips to hospitals overseas and a move from Las […]
Akron Children’s Burn Institute provides lifesaving wound care for 82-year-old patient
As a NICU nurse at Akron Children’s, Rita Vitale is no stranger to caring for the tiniest, most fragile patients. However, she never expected that the same hospital would provide critical care to her 82-year-old mother, Sylvia. In 2020, during the height of the COVID pandemic, Sylvia began developing red patches on her scalp that […]
7 tips to keep young kids safe on Halloween
Keeping young children safe on Halloween involves not just trick-or-treating with caution, but being cautious at home as well. The the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that parents: Plan kids’ costumes that are bright and reflective, and fit well. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping, […]
Need breastfeeding support? Meet Akron Children’s outpatient lactation consultants
While breastfeeding rates have steadily increased from 2014 to 2021, breastfeeding can still be a challenge for many parents. To help parents navigate their breastfeeding journey, Akron Children’s Breastfeeding Medicine department has outpatient lactation consultants to provide advice and support. If you’re a breastfeeding parent and need support, you can make an appointment with our […]
Akron Children’s Brachial Plexus Treatment Center helps kids overcome arm injuries
Kids who are diagnosed with a brachial plexus birth injury (BPBI) need access to treatment plans with specific assessments and interventions at different stages of their life. For families in the 25-county region that Akron Children’s serves, this specialized care is offered close to home through the Akron Children’s Brachial Plexus Treatment Center. A brachial […]
