Spinal fusion surgery has long been the gold standard for treating severe scoliosis. But pediatric orthopedic surgeons at Akron Children’s have been finding success with a new surgical technique that holds the promise of preserving the child’s spinal range of motion. This could make a difference for future participation in dance, gymnastics, diving, cheerleading and […]
Orthopedic care inspires Andrea’s career path
Andrea Garrett started as an Akron Children’s orthopedics patient, born with clubfeet and knock knees. She’s now an employee who credits Dr. Mark Adamczyk, pediatric orthopedic surgeon and Clubfoot Clinic director, with inspiring her to pursue a health care career. Andrea’s orthopedic care At 2 months old, she had her first appointment with Dr. Adamczyk. […]
Courtney bounces back after 9 orthopedic surgeries
What do you do when you’re an active kid, and your joints keep hurting? You seek help from an expert. That’s just what Courtney Carpenter of Girard, Ohio and her family did. “I was a gymnast for many years, until the pain got so bad that I was forced to quit,” she said. “In high […]
From full-court dreams to injured reserve: College athlete’s road to recovery
In fall 2023, 18-year-old Samair Colon was living her dream playing college basketball on an athletic scholarship at Southwest Community College in Creston, Iowa, 800 miles away from her hometown of Campbell, OH. But in November 2023, everything came to a screeching halt. “We were in the middle of a game when I went for […]
Orthopedic surgery helps Hudson man achieve military and fitness goals
Jacob Browning knew he wanted to be in the military from a young age. Jacob, who grew up in Hudson, Ohio, admired his grandfather and uncle, who had served in the U.S. Air Force and the U.S. Army, respectively. By the time Jacob entered high school in August, 2008 he had set his sights on […]
Inspiring connection between donors and physician advances care for spinal patients at Akron Children’s
The connections formed at Akron Children’s have the power to make long-term impacts. Like the bond made between a physician and a patient. Or the ties that unite our hospital and the communities we serve. There also are the relationships that our donors form with our providers. And the one between Mark and Cathy Clark […]
