Akron Children’s recently surpassed a significant patient safety milestone. As of Sept. 20, the organization has gone more than 571 days without a serious safety event (SSE). Wendy Van Ittersum, MD, FAAP, medical director, patient and staff safety, said the milestone is a testament to Akron Children’s commitment to quality and patient safety and its […]
Akron Children’s receives two Women’s Choice Awards
Akron Children’s earned two designations in the 2022 Women’s Choice Awards: Best Children’s Hospital and Best Pediatric Emergency Care. “It’s an honor for our hospital to receive this recognition,” said President and Chief Executive Officer Christopher Gessner. “These awards reflect our high-quality patient care, as well as our strong commitment to the communities we serve. […]