Amy Seymore is a firm believer that self-care is fundamental to maintaining balance and mental clarity as a provider. That’s why she makes time for herself weekly, if not daily, whether that’s getting an extra hour of sleep, going for a walk, spending time with family and friends, or getting a massage. It’s that little […]
New Chair of Surgery Dr. Mark Wulkan is energized to enhance patient care
Dr. Mark Wulkan is a champion of wellness. When he’s not giving 110 percent to surgically treating his patients, from the simplest hernia to the most complex abdominal wall defect, he’s giving it his all as a workout enthusiast: running, biking, swimming and occasional yoga. As Akron Children’s newest chairman of the Department of Surgery, […]
Beeghly campus features new outpatient space in Building A
Families who see specialists at Akron Children’s Hospital’s Beeghly campus will find newly expanded outpatient space in Building A on their next visits. The newly completed 9,300 square feet at the hospital, located at 6505 Market St., features 20 exam rooms, three assessment rooms and staff work space. There is also a room set up […]
Gallstones in Kids a Growing Concern
Just as the incidence of kidney stones in kids is on the rise, more children and teens are also developing gallstones. In both cases, the problem is largely diet related. With gallstones, the solution is usually surgery to remove the gallbladder, a small, pear-shaped pouch in the upper right abdomen. “It’s absolutely on the rise, […]
