Akron Children’s is excited to announce the addition of on-site PET (positron emission tomography) scans to its radiology services. According to Dr. Michael Rubin, chair, pediatric radiology, “For a children’s hospital of our size, this was the one imaging modality that we didn’t offer. We had patients who needed PET scans, but we couldn’t perform […]
Orthopedic surgery helps Hudson man achieve military and fitness goals
Jacob Browning knew he wanted to be in the military from a young age. Jacob, who grew up in Hudson, Ohio, admired his grandfather and uncle, who had served in the U.S. Air Force and the U.S. Army, respectively. By the time Jacob entered high school in August, 2008 he had set his sights on […]
Patient Experience Spotlight: Lorraine Powell
Every day at Akron Children’s, we strive to deliver compassionate care and create positive experiences for our patients and families. This month, we’re spotlighting Lorraine Powell, a radiology support specialist on our Akron campus, who recently received the following feedback from a patient family: “I just want you to know you have an amazing, dedicated, […]
Living with a rare disease, Kate Johnson finds her passion for patient care
As a child, Kate Johnson experienced an array of symptoms, from difficulty breathing to dexterity and mobility issues, and her providers struggled to find a diagnosis. “It was frustrating,” she said. “Having a rare disease so young is very difficult in many ways. People may not believe someone so young, when it comes to something […]
PA Jessica St. Aubin brings an adventurous spirit to pediatric radiology
Jessica St. Aubin, PA, believes variety is the spice of life. Whether in the office or at home, she enjoys exploring new challenges because it keeps her motivated and advances her skillset, all the while adding depth and meaning to her life. In fact, it’s one reason she chose to become a physician assistant. The […]
Dr. Nicholas Thomas-Bock offers up a daily dose of empathy
What are the odds that a medical student would train under the same group of physicians who once treated him as a child and then go on to work side-by-side them at that same hospital? However unlikely the scenario, Dr. Nicholas Thomas-Bock is honored to have been able to do exactly that. The positive impact […]
