Akron Children’s is proud to announce the 2026 recipients of the APP awards, honoring outstanding advanced practice providers (APPs) for their dedication, leadership and exceptional contributions to patient care. This year, Amanda Edmonds, APRN-CNP, Orthopedics, received the award for Excellence in Practice. Jennifer Dwyer, MD, FAAP, pediatrician at Akron Children’s Pediatrics in Barberton was named […]
Start the year off right with this back-to-school checklist
Many things are running through a parent’s mind this time of year. Back-to-school chaos and excitement are beginning, but a simple checklist can keep everyone on track and set the tone for the year – parents and kids alike. Pediatrician Jennifer Dwyer shares how her family is getting ready for a healthy, safe and happy start to the school year.
Finding a primary care provider through virtual interviews
Technology has offered us new ways to connect with friends and family, and it’s also providing families with another way to get to know a primary care provider. Akron Children’s Pediatrics and the Locust Pediatric Care Group now offer free provider interviews via telehealth. “We know choosing the right primary care provider for a child […]
