When Katie and Marques Davis decided to move back to Ohio from California, it was so they could be near family to help them with their 4-year-old daughter, Scarlett, and their baby on the way while they both returned to school to pursue nursing. Little did they know their journey would soon take unexpected twists […]
Boy with short gut syndrome benefits from Pediatric Gastroenterology’s wide range of services
Facial expressions sometimes convey more than words ever can. At least, Tiffany Bailey of Akron, Ohio, feels that way. In early 2020, Tiffany, who was 12 weeks pregnant with her second child, went to her prenatal appointment to get an ultrasound. Midway through the exam, the ultrasound technician made a face, excused herself and went […]
Dr. Kevin Watson connects with students during Future Healthcare Leaders’ Summit
Since the fall of 2015, Summa Health System has partnered with Akron Children’s and other community organizations to provide a day of engaging, hands-on activities for high school students from Akron Public Schools. This event, Future Healthcare Leaders’ Summit, is held on the University of Akron campus. The goal is to engage adolescents from Akron, […]
Motility program offers state-of-the-art care
Akron Children’s provides the full range of testing and treatment options for patients with a variety of gastrointestinal motility disorders. The new motility program is currently spearheaded by Shivani Gupta, DO, who serves as director of the Pediatric Neurogastroenterology and Motility Program. Dr. Gupta joined Akron Children’s in 2022 upon completion of her pediatric gastroenterology […]
CNP Breaunna Haynes is honored to enhance pediatric care in Marietta
What is Breaunna Haynes most looking forward to in her role as Akron Children’s newest certified nurse practitioner in general surgery and gastroenterology? Bringing specialized pediatric care to rural Marietta, Ohio! She grew up in a nearby small town and understands firsthand the struggle to access quality care, let alone specialized pediatric care. That’s why […]
Dr. Shivani Gupta’s adventurous spirit is making a difference in patients’ lives
What’s one thing Shivani Gupta, DO, hopes to fulfill on her bucket list? Traveling the 7 continents! To date, she’s made it to 3 (North America, Asia and Europe), with Bali, Indonesia, one of her favorite trips. She loves exploring diverse cultures, tasting their popular dishes and getting a glimpse into worlds so different from […]