Dr. Kelsey Merison isn’t one to roll with the punches; she’s persistent when it comes to what she believes in. She once spent 2 months in a tent to hold her place in line for coveted Duke-UNC basketball tickets. She also fought her way up to a third-degree black belt in Tang Soo Do. It’s […]
Get to know our new developmental pediatrician: Dr. Jacqueline Branch
As a former collegiate sprinter, Dr. Jacqueline Branch is known for being fast on her feet, but as a developmental pediatrician at Akron Children’s she’s better known for taking her time and listening to patients’ needs. Dr. Branch sees patients in the NeuroDevelopmental Science Center where she evaluates, treats and advocates for children and teens […]
‘CP Warriors’ gather for annual picnic
What could be more fun than enjoying a summer night of baseball? For many children with cerebral palsy, the only thing better is getting to hang out at the ballpark with the doctors, nurses and other providers who take good care of you at Akron Children’s Hospital. About 215 patients and family members attended the […]
Firestone graduate Abigail Ernst credits Dr. Victorio for getting her there
Before heading to her Firestone High School commencement at E.J. Thomas Hall tonight, Abigail Ernst had to stop by and visit the person she believes got her to graduation: Dr. M. Cristina Victorio, her Akron Children’s neurologist. “I honestly don’t think I would be here without her,” said Abby, 18. Since age 12, Abby has […]
New neurologist knows the right care equation
Neurological disorders and diseases can be a scary diagnosis for families. New pediatric neurologist Nancy George Philip, MD, FAAP in our NeuroDevelopmental Science Center understands that while her treatment of patients with spinal cord, brain and nervous system disorders is what parents come to her office for, it’s the support and compassion she shares with them that’s […]
Epilepsy diagnosis encourages Stella, 10, to pass it forward with teddy bears
Stella Miller knew things felt scary and uncertain when she began having seizures and was undergoing testing for an eventual epilepsy diagnosis in August of 2016. The then 8-year-old was in the hospital for an EEG and overnight stay and, then suddenly, a small rainbow-colored Beanie Baby given to her by a nurse brought her […]
