For patients sidelined by stubborn tendon or muscle pain, Akron Children’s now offers a promising new path to relief. Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT), commonly known as shockwave therapy, is now available through Dr. Derrick Eddy, director of Sports Medicine. “ESWT is a noninvasive treatment that uses sound waves to help the body heal itself,” explained […]
Dr. Starla Martinez reflects on 25 years at Akron Children’s
Dr. Starla Martinez, pediatric pulmonologist and division director of the Robert T. Stone, MD, Respiratory Center, joined the team at Akron Children’s in July 2000. In her 25 years at the hospital, she’s held different positions, and a lot has changed. But what initially drew her here – the mission and heart of the hospital […]
Six ways to plan for pregnancy when you have a preexisting condition
Pregnancy can be a very exciting time in your life. It’s also a time to make your health top priority. It’s important to prepare your body for a healthy pregnancy — especially if you have a preexisting condition like high blood pressure. Making sure you’re the healthiest as possible before you become pregnant reduces risks […]
Seven ways to prepare your body for a healthy pregnancy
Planning for pregnancy can be a very exciting time in your life. There are many things to prepare, from picking out baby names to deciding on a birth plan. But it’s also important to consider preconception and prepare your body for a healthy pregnancy. For about 40 weeks, your body is home to a growing […]
After a career of helping children take steps toward recovery, Turranna Rice retires
Turranna Rice, physical therapy assistant (PTA), has been impacting the lives of children for 45 years by supporting their journey to recovery and rehabilitation. Through determination and positive energy, she made her dream of teaching children to walk into a reality. Turranna graduated from Cuyahoga Community College with a degree in applied sciences. While working as a lab tech at her university, she found a job opportunity at Akron […]
Patient experience spotlight: Dr. Meredith Broberg
Each month, Akron Children’s recognizes an employee for providing an excellent patient experience. Our most recent honoree is Dr. Meredith Broberg, critical care provider in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). She recently received this feedback from a grateful family: Dr. Meredith Broberg sat down with us about a study that everyone else kindly said […]
