For Nicole Bart, choosing a pediatrician for her three children was an easy decision. Dr. Sabrina Ben-Zion, who was Nicole’s pediatrician during her childhood and teenage years, was the natural choice. “My childhood was not ideal. I had a lot of mental and physical health problems because of childhood trauma, and Dr. Ben-Zion helped me […]
Akron Children’s celebrates its graduating residents
Akron Children’s is thrilled to recognize this year’s graduating class of 23 pediatric residents. Residency is a demanding yet rewarding time, and these individuals have dedicated themselves to excellence in pediatric care. As they embark on the next chapter of their careers, we’d like to recognize their achievements and celebrate their bright futures. We asked […]
Massillon parents face their children’s rare disease with love, strength and perseverance
Richie and Kelsey Williams of Massillon, Ohio looked forward to their date night. It was their first outing since becoming parents. They planned to go to a friend’s wedding and Richie’s parents agreed to watch their five-month-old daughter, Quinn. “My mom called while we were out and said Quinn was sick and throwing up every […]
Dr. Aaron Sweeney scores career goal as pediatrician and sports med physician at Akron Children’s
Working for Akron Children’s is a win-win for Dr. Aaron Sweeney. He gets the opportunity to blend his love of pediatric medicine with his passion for all-things sports. As our newest pediatrician and sports medicine physician at Akron Children’s Pediatrics, Boardman, Dr. Sweeney is living out his dream to treat children and teens with minor […]
Finding a primary care provider through virtual interviews
Technology has offered us new ways to connect with friends and family, and it’s also providing families with another way to get to know a primary care provider. Akron Children’s Pediatrics and the Locust Pediatric Care Group now offer free provider interviews via telehealth. “We know choosing the right primary care provider for a child […]











