It’s important to know the difference between “quarantine” because of a possible exposure to COVID-19 and “isolation” because a person is diagnosed and sick. Understanding these terms and following the guidance associated with each are critical steps for containing further spread. Dr. Hanna Lemerman, an Akron Children’s Hospital pediatrician in Fairlawn, explains how these terms […]
9 Ways to help manage your child’s anxiety about returning to school
An Akron Children’s Hospital child psychiatrist said a common misnomer about kids who experience school anxiety is that they don’t like school. “It’s important for parents to know that most children who have school anxiety actually like school!” said Dr. Laura Markley, medical director, Consultation/Liaison Psychiatry. “The fearsome part for many children is being away […]
It’s all about the smiles, giggles for new pediatrician Dr. Megan Hawes
What Dr. Megan Hawes enjoys most about her job is working with kids, of course! From an infant’s coos to a preschooler’s silly response to a teen’s plans for the future, kids make her job exciting, interesting and meaningful. So it’s no surprise that she is most looking forward to building strong doctor-patient family relationships […]
You’ve got a friend in new pediatrician Dr. Jenny White
Just as her all-time favorite TV show, “Friends,” promises: Dr. Jenny White will be there for you, especially kids. She not only fights for their health here as Akron Children’s newest pediatrician, but she also has gone on mission trips to Honduras, Dominican Republic and Peru to care for kids in need around the globe. […]
New pediatrician Dr. Julia Tanguay cherishes patient relationships most
It’s the doctor-patient relationship that Akron Children’s newest ER pediatrician in Boardman Dr. Julia Tanguay cherishes most because to her, it’s a privilege to be a healer. She takes the time at each and every appointment to gain a child’s trust by asking her about her favorite book or cartoon character. Oftentimes, Dr. Tanguay even […]
After 38 years of caring for kids, Dr. John Astrino plans an active retirement
As a boy, Dr. John Astrino, pediatrician at Akron Children’s Hospital Pediatrics (ACHP) Hudson office, was interested in and learned about many things. Luckily, his West Virginia city, Fairmont, gave him access to everything he needed, including a good education, plenty of Pittsburgh sports news and recreational opportunities in a state known for its natural […]
