Andrea Garrett started as an Akron Children’s orthopedics patient, born with clubfeet and knock knees. She’s now an employee who credits Dr. Mark Adamczyk, pediatric orthopedic surgeon and Clubfoot Clinic director, with inspiring her to pursue a health care career. Andrea’s orthopedic care At 2 months old, she had her first appointment with Dr. Adamczyk. […]
Basketball phenom turns a setback into a comeback with help from Akron Children’s
When 14-year-old Trinity Finnie suffered a devastating ACL injury, it could have sidelined her basketball dreams. Instead, with help from Akron Children’s Orthopedics and Sports Medicine teams, she’s proving that ACL injury recovery can be just as inspiring as victory on the court. Learn more about her story as told by her mom, Tamika Jenkins. […]
Akron Children’s encourages parents to screen for scoliosis while applying sunscreen
On Aug. 10, Akron Children’s hosted a SpineScreen event at the Beachwood Aquatic Center. With more than 100,000 new pediatric cases of scoliosis identified each year in the U.S., Akron Children’s has turned one form of protection into a new form of prevention by encouraging parents to check for signs of scoliosis when applying sunscreen […]
Gabrielle’s growing, learning and thriving after care for gastroschisis
Before she was born, Gabrielle Richardson of Cuyahoga Falls became an Akron Children’s patient. Thanks to an array of Akron Children’s specialists, a strong support system and lots of prayer, she has exceeded all expectations. A look back In-utero testing showed Gabrielle had gastroschisis. This birth defect occurs when the abdominal wall doesn’t form completely, […]
Courtney bounces back after 9 orthopedic surgeries
What do you do when you’re an active kid, and your joints keep hurting? You seek help from an expert. That’s just what Courtney Carpenter of Girard, Ohio and her family did. “I was a gymnast for many years, until the pain got so bad that I was forced to quit,” she said. “In high […]
Addison makes it back to the pitcher’s mound
Addison Lahmers from West Lafayette, Ohio is a busy teenager. She’s plays volleyball, throws the discus and is an elite softball pitcher with more than 200 career strikeouts in a season and a half. She participates in school clubs and committees, 4-H and Coshocton County Youth Leadership. But among her biggest achievements to date is […]
