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 […]
New endowed chair to support Sports Medicine program at Akron Children’s
In the 1960s, William Scala Sr., founder of Kenmore Construction in Akron, made the company’s first gift to Akron Children’s. Six decades later, his family and the company he created carry on his legacy by continuing to support our hospital – from individual donations and annual gifts to our Adult and Pediatric Burn Institute, supported […]
New sports health facility at The University of Akron is now open
As the official sports health services provider for University of Akron Athletics, Akron Children’s has completed a new sports health facility on The University of Akron (UA) campus. Akron Children’s Sports Health at The University of Akron is located inside the Stile Athletics Field House at 254 Spicer St. This comprehensive sports health facility will […]
Sports and heat: Tips to stay safe
The risk of heat-related illnesses is a big concern as kids begin preseason training for outdoor sports like cross country, football and soccer. Knowing who is most at risk and how to prevent and recognize heat-related illness are critical steps to any summer sport training program. “Heat-related illnesses can be very serious. What may first […]
How proper conditioning can benefit young athletes
With school wrapping up for summer, your child’s formal sports season may be over; however, many teams choose to continue conditioning to help keep their athletes’ bodies in shape and ward off injury. Off-season strength and flexibility training can help prevent injuries during the sports season, enhance long-term health and even boost academic performance. “It’s […]
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 […]
