Karen Richter, vice president of managed care at Akron Children’s, knows firsthand how naturally curious children are. She saw it while working as a pediatric audiologist in Philadelphia. When treating children ages birth to 3, Karen witnessed the impact that hearing made on their kindergarten readiness. But when funding cuts affected early development programs like […]
Dr. Jeff Kempf looks forward to more opportunities to do good in retirement
When Dr. Jeff Kempf, retired director of the global health program and emergency medicine physician, counts his blessings, he often thinks about Haiti and its people. It was because of Haiti, the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere, that Dr. Kempf was able to develop a transformative program to bring health care and support services […]
How you can support a bright future for Akron Children’s in honor of Mr. Considine
Dr. Joseph Iocono joined Akron Children’s Hospital last year, and it didn’t take long for him to realize the role philanthropic support plays in making Akron Children’s an exceptional hospital. It also didn’t take long for him to make a commitment to support the hospital and the kids who come here for treatment. Dr. Iocono, […]
Tina Murray’s retirement to feature family and ‘me’ time
Tina Murray, a parent liaison in the recovery room or PACU (post-anesthesia care unit), credits her youngest child, Aric, with launching her career at Akron Children’s. In 1982, Aric attended an early intervention program operated by the hospital and Kent State University. The experience was so positive for Tina’s family that when Aric transitioned to […]
Employee Meal is nautical and nice
The Kids’ Café became the “Regal Bambino Cruise Lines” on August 8 and Akron campus employees were served up delicious food by the hospital’s senior leadership team during breakfast, lunch and dinner. If the hospital’s annual “employee meal” is a way to say thanks to employees for their service, the employees returned the appreciation throughout […]
Chris Witschey named 2017 Distinguished Service Award recipient
There’s a sign on the door when you enter the back hallway of the rehabilitation department with a picture of a black lab that says, “Francis at work.” If you think the rehab department has gone to the dogs, you’re half right. On any day of the week you will find longtime Doggie Brigade™ sponsored […]
