Sam Harris (11) didn’t like missing out on special treats at home or being careful around the lunch table at school because of his peanut allergy. Food avoidance was the only way Sam’s parents thought he could manage his allergy until they learned about oral immunotherapy (OIT) at Akron Children’s Hospital. “We wanted to give […]
CNP Katina Kokkinos offers patients a daily dose of positivity
What stands out most about Katina Kokkinos, CNP? A talkative, friendly and contagious personality that’s sure to brighten any room. It’s a character trait that helps her get to know patients on a personal level, establish a good rapport and, ultimately, create trustworthy relationships. Katina brings that positive vibe to her newest role as Akron […]
Akron Children’s provides hands-on approach to researching food allergies
Research often starts by asking a single question, but for Dr. Timothy Richmond his started by experiencing the question, too. “I have a personal interest in food allergies because I have them myself,” said Dr. Richmond. “I was working in allergy as a resident alongside Dr. Jinzhu Li when I learned about an opportunity to […]
Kyle Buzaki back on course as he deals with Crohn’s disease
Kyle Buzaki taught himself to play golf, but last year the teenager was off his game. He was tired, his stomach hurt, his weight was dropping. He wasn’t himself. When his mother, Sherrie, came home from work, Kyle would be asleep. He struggled through post-season golf tournaments for the Stow-Munroe Falls High School Bulldogs. Sherrie […]
What’s Your Allergy & Asthma Management IQ?
It may be vacation time for your children, but allergies and asthma always seem to be in season. Mary George, MSN, CNP, an allergy and immunology nurse practitioner, and Tracy Rife RN, BSN, AE-C, an asthma and easy breathing program coordinator, put together this test of your symptom management knowledge. They invite you to see if you are at […]
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