When a teen patient asked Latoya Williams, a patient care assistant, to braid her hair, she happily helped, and after, Latoya noticed an immediate shift in the patient’s behavior, well-being and confidence. “She felt better, and even her attitude was better,” said Latoya. “She wanted to show everyone her hair. She was so happy and […]
Black History Month: Thomas Berry
Recognized in February, Black History Month celebrates the achievements of African Americans and their central role in shaping our nation. In honor of the month, Thomas A. Berry, III, a pediatric coordinator at Akron Children’s, Mahoning Valley, shares more about what Black History Month means to him and the individuals who have inspired him. What’s […]
Celebrating the Lunar New Year with Dr. Tsulee Chen
The Lunar New Year welcomes the arrival of spring and the start of the new year on the lunisolar calendar. Celebrated in Asian communities around the world including China, South Korea and Vietnam, the 15-day festival is full of rich traditions and culture. This Lunar New Year, which begins on Feb. 10, is the year […]
Black History Month: Dr. Brandon Smith
Recognized in February, Black History Month celebrates the achievements of African Americans and their central role in shaping our nation. In honor of the month, Brandon Smith, MD, a pediatric cardiologist at Akron Children’s, shares more about what Black History Month means to him and the individuals who have inspired his career. What’s your job […]
Akron Children’s research recognized at the National Pediatric Hospital Medicine Conference
During the recent National Pediatric Hospital Medicine Conference held in Philadelphia in August, Dr. Prabi Rajbhandari, a pediatric hospitalist, was recognized for her study titled Linguistic Services for Hospitalized Children with Non-English Language Preference: A PRIS Network Survey. The study was noted as a Top 10 Article, a prestigious accolade signifying its contribution to the […]
