May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, an annual celebration that recognizes the historical achievements, cultural contributions and influence of AAPI individuals and communities. To recognize the month, Nhi Haines, a respiratory professional development specialist at Akron Children’s, shares more about her role at the hospital and her Vietnamese heritage. What’s your […]
Arab American Heritage Month: Hanya Salem
Observed in April, Arab American Heritage Month celebrates the rich and diverse culture and contributions of Arab Americans. Hanya Salem is a certified medical interpreter for Arabic to English. Through her work at Akron Children’s, she provides language access services to patients and families, an essential component of delivering culturally competent care. She shares what […]
Black History Month: Bernett L. Williams
February marks Black History Month, a time to celebrate the achievements and contributions of African Americans, who have helped to shape our nation. In honor of the month, Akron Children’s Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer Bernett L. Williams shares more about her career in health care, what Black History Month means to her and […]
Black History Month: Rachel Bush
February marks Black History Month, a time to celebrate the achievements and contributions of African Americans, who have helped to shape our nation. In honor of the month, Rachel Bush, RN, a nurse in Akron Children’s NeuroDevelopmental Science Center, shares more about her career and what Black History Month means to her. What’s your job […]
Black History Month: Dr. Charles Brown
February marks Black History Month, a time to celebrate the achievements and contributions of African Americans, who have helped to shape our nation. In honor of the month, Charles Brown, DO, a child and adolescent psychiatrist at Akron Children’s, shares his thoughts on his career in health care, what Black History Month means to him, […]
Hispanic Heritage Month: Dr. Reinaldo Garcia-Naveiro
National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed annually Sept. 15-Oct. 15. It’s a time to honor and celebrate the culture, heritage and contributions of Hispanic Americans, whose ancestry originates in Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. To recognize the month, Dr. Reinaldo Garcia-Naveiro, division director of pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition at Akron […]
