Christopher Ward is a people person. On or off the job, building relationships is always the most exhilarating part for him — whether he’s bargaining with customers as the previous co-owner of his family’s hobby shop, competing as an amateur chess player or bedside with burn patients. So, it’s no surprise he takes a few […]
New PA Amy Seymore is eager to give it her all
Amy Seymore is a firm believer that self-care is fundamental to maintaining balance and mental clarity as a provider. That’s why she makes time for herself weekly, if not daily, whether that’s getting an extra hour of sleep, going for a walk, spending time with family and friends, or getting a massage. It’s that little […]
Taking the bite out of winter weather
Falling snow can be a tempting sight for kids suffering from cabin fever, but parents need to pay close attention to the falling temperatures that may accompany a fresh winterscape. Wind chills below freezing, long periods of time spent outside, wet clothing and exposed skin can all increase a child’s risk for frostbite, frostnip and other […]
Boating, roller coasters and family time top Deb Hutsler’s retirement list
Deb Hutsler, manager of nutrition services, has built her career at Akron Children’s around the philosophy that good nutrition heals the body. It’s informed the way Deb assesses and manages the nutritional care of thousands of pediatric and adult patients. By ensuring their nutritional needs are met, Deb has made it easier for patients and […]
Cindy Bennett-Brown gets ready to sport a new attitude in retirement
Cindy Bennett-Brown, pediatric and adult nurse practitioner, has always had two speeds: fast and off. Cindy’s mother, a nurse who worked at Robinson Memorial Hospital, recognized early on that Cindy liked the “adrenaline rush” she got from being where the action is, especially through sports. After Cindy graduated from nursing school, Akron Children’s burn center […]
Foam, fun are the order of the day for burn survivors at Fire Truck Day
Summer can be a rough season for burn survivors. Hot weather necessitates shorts and bathing suits, revealing enduring burn scars for all to see. Endless questions and stares ensue, causing burn victims to relive a traumatic experience again and again. This is the first summer since J’Michael Austin, 12, was severely burned last September, but […]
