With his mask and cape, Henry would fit in well with the “Incredibles” family. But instead of the big screen, Henry’s super-hero deeds are coming to the aid of Akron Children’s Hospital’s patients. Henry is the inspiration behind the “Hope for Henry” Foundation, which offers “super rewards for super kids,” preparing for medical procedures like […]
From the way we build connections with our patients to the way we push the limits of medicine, working at Akron Children’s Hospital is a one-of-a-kind experience.
Lori Miller named Faces of Care recipient
Congratulations to Lori Miller, RN, a clinical coordinator in Akron Children’s Infusion Center, for receiving the 2022 Faces of Care award. Presented by the Greater Cleveland Nurses Association and Cleveland Magazine, the awards honor Northeast Ohio nurses who have made an impact in the nursing community. According to Melissa Williams, clinical operations manager in the […]
Bit by the travel bug, Pat Shallahamer’s retirement will include many vacation adventures
The day that Pat Shallahamer, manager of physician liaison services, decided to work at Akron Children’s is one she remembers vividly. Her babysitter called and said her 5-year-old son was injured and needed stitches. Pat made a mad dash to Children’s emergency department, arriving to find her stitched-up son smiling and eating a popsicle. “It […]
Diane Bueker plans a retirement full of travel, music and fun
Diane Bueker, pediatric cardiac sonographer, wanted 2 things as a teenager: to work in the medical field and volunteer with the Peace Corps. At age 16, Diane achieved her first goal when she began working for a private practice surgeon. But being part of a service opportunity that changed lives took a lot longer to […]
CNP Teresa Fletcher works tirelessly to motivate kids to live their best lives
Teresa Fletcher, CNP, hopes to live up to the legacy of her “work dad” and most influential mentor, Dr. James Fitzgibbon. She credits the former director of Akron Children’s Adolescent Medicine Center for helping her develop and grow in both the practice and leadership by teaching her how to advocate for and offer teens the […]
Pediatrician Dr. Catherine Walker helps kids and families breathe easy
What’s the easiest part of Dr. Catherine Walker’s job? Talking to kids all day, of course! Children are fun, they don’t take themselves too seriously and they often have more insight than we give them credit for, she says. From a baby’s giggles to a preschooler’s joke to a teen’s future goals, kids are what […]
