Any positive break from the routine is welcomed for Traci Fraelich. The single mother from Newton Falls has been the primary caregiver for daughter Ella Marquette, 10, since she was born with a structural abnormality in her brain. “When you’re at home and isolated and doing complex medical care for your child 24/7, you feel […]
Hirschbecks deliver Christmas cheer to palliative care families
Organizers had to get a little creative this year, but no way were the Hirschbecks going to let a pandemic get in the way of brightening the spirits of some very deserving and special children this year. John and Denise Hirschbeck, founders of the Magic of Michael Foundation, each year shop for, purchase, wrap and […]
Donor’s annual toy shopping spree for Akron Children’s patients is now online – and you’re invited to join
This will be the 6th year that Bobby Ina works his magic at Akron Children’s Hospital during the holiday season. He doesn’t wear a red suit or have a beard, but you could definitely make the comparison. Ina, who owns Metropolis Consulting LLC, a government relations firm based in Fairlawn, has been gathering friends and […]
Foundation thanks Sharon Hrina, retiring VP, for support
After 15 years of service we say a fond farewell to Sharon Hrina, vice president, Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley. Sharon has been with Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley since 2005 when she joined the hospital as the administrative director. In 2009 she became the vice president for the Mahoning Valley campus. She immediately recognized […]
New Chair of Surgery Dr. Mark Wulkan is energized to enhance patient care
Dr. Mark Wulkan is a champion of wellness. When he’s not giving 110 percent to surgically treating his patients, from the simplest hernia to the most complex abdominal wall defect, he’s giving it his all as a workout enthusiast: running, biking, swimming and occasional yoga. As Akron Children’s newest chairman of the Department of Surgery, […]
Wall of Hope shows light at end of NICU tunnel
No foot is too small to leave an imprint on this world. That’s the Wall of Hope message that greets patient families as they enter the Akron Children’s NICU at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital. The artful display of 10 uplifting patient family success stories and photos was recently installed in the family waiting area just […]
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