For years, fortune has favored Robin DeFago, revenue cycle director in patient accounting. It started when she took a chance on herself and landed at Children’s. At the hospital, good things kept happening to Robin, such as earning a college degree and leading teams that automated the multiple ways the hospital generates revenue. Through humor […]
Our top “In The Moment” posts from November 2018
From France to Mongolia to good old Northeast Ohio, there was an international flavor to our top “In the Moment” posts from November. We invite you to take a glance at those you may have missed, or a second peek at those you’ve already enjoyed. 1. For Nathalie and Stephane Rué, the journey to have […]
Our top “In The Moment” posts from October 2018
We scared up some amazing memories from our top “In the Moment” posts from October. We invite you to take a glance at those you may have missed, or a second peek at those you’ve already enjoyed. 1. Baby’s first Halloween! All 57 families in our Akron neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) had a fun […]
Look for these upcoming MyChart upgrades
In November, we’re upgrading MyChart so families can find the information they require faster and more easily. Here are the enhancements you can expect on Nov. 4: Ability to mark immunizations, such as the flu shot, as complete in MyChart, even if received outside of Akron Children’s. Test results will now be released four times […]
Flu shot or nasal spray? That is the seasonal question.
With cold and flu season upon us, getting vaccinated should be at the top of your family’s to-do list this fall. Flu can be a serious illness, especially for high-risk patients, including young children and kids with chronic conditions, such as asthma. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports 178 flu-related deaths in […]
It’s easier than ever to schedule appointments in MyChart
More and more patient families are turning to direct scheduling in MyChart to manage their family’s doctor appointments and simplify their busy schedules. Akron Children’s offers scheduling through MyChart for most specialty offices, in addition to well visits, flu shots and sports physicals at its pediatrics offices. It’s quick and easy, and it’s available 24 […]
