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Since making his first trip to Haiti in 2010, following that country’s devastating earthquake, Dr. Jeff Kempf has been humbled by the progress made by his Akron Children’s Hospital team and a larger coalition that now includes five other U.S. children’s hospitals.
More than 120 people attended the first Global Health Conference, hosted by Akron Children’s Hospital. The conference focused on the children of Haiti, with workshops covering public policy, case presentations, and personal stories from doctors and nurses who’ve provided care in Haiti.
The Ohio Chapter of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) will recognize Tracey Herstich and Julie Tsirambidis for blazing new trails from Akron to Haiti at a luncheon on Oct. 19.
Drs. Jeff and Ellen Kempf served as surrogate parents for two adorable, Creole-speaking boys from Haiti for five weeks. Both were diagnosed with congenital heart defects and, without surgery, would most likely not survive into adulthood. Sadly, such advanced care doesn’t exist in their impoverished country. Thanks to Akron Children’s and other benefactors, the boys – 17-month-old Kurtis Petion and 4-year-old Elie Pierre – were able to travel to Akron for their surgeries.
For my last night in Haiti, Sister Judy and our leader Jeff Kempf have taken us to a very nice restaurant just minutes from the hospital grounds. It was a great way to end the trip. We began the morning with a memorable meeting we are sure will make history. We began the conversation of [...]
A Haitian day seems a lot longer than an American day, if that is possible. We all parted for our duties at 7 a.m., after downing a cliff bar and a cup of instant coffee. Our nurses here, along with nurse practitioner Ann Ryan and former Akron pediatric resident Rachel, taught PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life [...]
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