Gastroenterology is one of many in-demand specialties at Akron Children’s. The wait for an appointment was often long, causing families and referring providers to seek other options for care. But the Gastroenterology team has turned things around, making changes to improve access and get patients the care they need sooner. “Overall, we’ve taken a more […]
Side with Safety: How to ask about guns in the home before play dates
Play dates are an exciting — and developmental — part of growing up for kids. But when the play date is not at their house, parents ask about all sorts of safety concerns before they allow their children to attend. Especially for new friends or caretakers, they may ask about pets in the home, various […]
Four reasons MyChart is essential when traveling
With summer vacation just around the corner, many families are gearing up for their annual trips — from lakeside adventures to beachside fun. The bags are packed, hotel reservations confirmed and the family pet is boarded. The only thing left to do is fill up the gas tank, right? Wrong. Packing your child’s medical record should […]
What parents should know about breast milk production
Every breastfeeding experience is different. If you’re navigating yours or about to start breastfeeding, you might be wondering what you can expect. What breastmilk is made of, the amount of it your breasts make and even its color changes as your baby grows. Here’s what you should know about the stages of breast milk production, […]
Mckenzi’s road from micropreemie to first birthday
When Ginny Hardwick went into labor at 22 weeks, she was terrified for her daughter, Mckenzi, and what her future may hold. Through patience, persistence and a wonderful team of labor and delivery doctors and nurses at Mercy Health – St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital’s Birthing Center, Ginny’s labor was held off for 2 weeks. Mckenzi […]
The prescription for a fulfilling career: Julie Prather shares her professional milestones and retirement plans
In 1995, after nearly a decade of honing her skills in adult hospital pharmacies, Julie Prather was ready for a change. While perusing the Akron Beacon Journal’s classified ads on Jan. 22, one ad caught her attention. Children’s Hospital Medical Center of Akron was searching for a pharmacist, and little did Julie know, this opportunity […]
