Leah Hecht was diagnosed with breast cancer when she was 32. A few years after completing treatment, Leah became pregnant with her first child, and like most moms, started thinking about what breastfeeding would look like. But having had a lumpectomy and radiation on her affected breast, Leah wasn’t sure what was possible. “I was […]
Measles FAQ for parents
What is measles? Measles is a highly contagious virus. It causes a widespread rash, fever and flu-like symptoms and can lead to dangerous complications and death. What are the symptoms of measles? Symptoms of measles appear 7 to 14 days after infection. Measles symptoms include: High fever Cough Congestion A rash that begins on the […]
Akron Children’s hospitalists earn state breastfeeding awards
Akron Children’s collaborates with many hospitals, including Wooster Community Hospital. Our hospitalists – doctors who work inside a hospital and only care for inpatients – recently won awards for breastfeeding support provided to patients at the Wooster Community Hospital Women’s Pavilion. Healthcare Professional Award The Ohio Lactation Consultant Association (OLCA) recognized the Akron Children’s hospitalist […]
Minerva teen learns mysterious cause of his intense pain is slipping rib syndrome
Parker Linkous,16, was a typical, active, happy high school student, juggling classes and three sports at Minerva High School. But life changed in November 2024 rather suddenly when he began experiencing a mysterious pain in his torso while playing basketball. Before long, the pain began to consume his every waking moment. “It felt like a […]
Physician staff gives back to patient families in need
In recognition of National Doctors’ Day, the medical staff executive committee voted to make a $16,000 donation to the newly opened Food Farmacy on the Boardman campus. This is the third year that medical staff funds have been used to make a charitable donation rather than purchasing tokens of appreciation for providers. Presenting the donation […]
From the bedside to the boardroom: Pam Baker to retire after 43 years
In her 43 years at Akron Children’s, Vice President of Nursing Informatics Pam Baker has achieved an impressive list of accomplishments. She’s paved the way in everything from patient care to professional advancement, becoming the first chief nursing information officer in the organization. Pam was also the inaugural recipient of the hospital’s DAISY Lifetime Achievement […]
