Jessica Culbert, who came to Akron Children’s Hospital from Bixby, Oklahoma, in March for a successful heart procedure, credits pediatric cardiologist Dr. John Clark with saving two lives. Hers and her unborn baby’s. Jessica was pregnant with her third child when she and her husband, Devan, went on a nationwide search for a heart specialist […]
High-risk pregnancy and the roles of an Ob/Gyn and MFM specialist
Being pregnant is an exciting, amazing thing, and you want nothing more than the best for this growing life inside of you. Most of us understand a healthy lifestyle is important to ensure a healthy pregnancy, but it also takes regularly scheduled appointments with excellent prenatal care. That’s why the first of many decisions you’ll […]
Avoid certain UTI meds during first trimester
In light of a report that some antibiotics used to treat urinary tract infections (UTI) during pregnancy can have adverse effects, maternal fetal medicine specialists at Akron Children’s Hospital remind pregnant women to always ask questions about medications they’re being prescribed. A recent study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that […]
The right doctor can make your medical home complete – (VIDEO)
Choosing the right pediatrician is just one of many important decisions facing expectant parents, one that may impact their child’s life through their school years and beyond. In this Children’s Channel video, Emma Raizman, MD, FAAP, Akron Children’s Hospital Pediatrics (ACHP) Medina office, shares her thoughts on what parents should consider when making a medical […]
To Use or Not to Use: Which Beauty Regimens are Safe During Pregnancy?
From the moment you discover you’re expecting, the worry starts to set in for many new moms. You start thinking about the 2 cups of coffee you had at work yesterday, and the sushi you devoured at lunch last week and the glass of wine you sipped during ladies’ night over the weekend. Of course […]