From an early age, Rebecca Cibik always knew she wanted to work in medicine. Though not what you might think: Caring for animals as a veterinarian was what she envisioned for herself. She has always held a strong love for animals — so it’s no surprise she has 2 dogs at home — but her […]
Is another lockdown on the horizon? Helping kids prepare for the unknown
With COVID-19 cases continuing to increase across Ohio, the spike might soon keep parents and kids at home and away from others to help stop the spread of the virus. Adjusting to a new normal and routine is stressful for everyone, especially for kids who may have trouble with change. Dr. Laura Markley, a pediatrician […]
Akron Children’s recognized by Forbes as top workplace for women
Akron Children’s Hospital’s efforts to support its female employees and provide a positive work environment has earned it national recognition on Forbes magazine’s America’s Best Employers for Women list for 2020. The hospital came in at No. 26 on the business magazine’s list, which positioned it in the top 10% of the 300 companies included. […]
Joining Akron Children’s winning anesthesia team was a slam dunk for Dr. Brandon Roberts
Much like his NBA hero LeBron James, Dr. Brandon Roberts was thrilled to announce “I’m Coming Home” to his “fans” (or loved ones) earlier this year. Though he didn’t receive as much fanfare, he, too, was coming back to his hometown Akron to positively contribute to his winning team — his Akron Children’s team, that […]
10 ways to beat boredom and keep families busy amidst COVID-19 pandemic
All Ohio schools closed. Bars, restaurants eat-in dining rooms shuttered. Sports and other events cancelled. COVID-19 has changed every family’s daily routine, activities and even their spring break travel plans for the foreseeable future. We’re quarantined in our homes with no place to go. Parents are stressed, while kids are fighting boredom. Now what? “Through […]
Now in kindergarten, Baddorf quadruplets light up a room Medina family to share NICU experience at Walk for Babies on Oct. 1
“They’re an instant party.” That’s how Brian Baddorf described his quadruplets, 3 girls and a boy, as they entertained themselves frolicking around furnishings in the lobby of Kay Jewelers Pavilion. “It doesn’t matter what toys or objects they have, they just make believe. They just talk to each other for hours on end,” Brian said. […]
