John D Polousky, MD - Akron Children's Sports Health at the University of Akron

Nikki is a physician assistant at Akron Children’s, where she’s been practicing as a provider since 2021. She earned a bachelor’s degree from The University of Cincinnati in Cincinnati, Ohio and a master’s degree from Lake Erie College in Painesville, Ohio. Nikki has a special interest in orthopedics and sports medicine. She is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Ohio Association of Physician Assistants.

Dr. Levitt has been in practice since 1997. She is a pediatrician at Akron Children’s. She earned her medical degree from Northeast Ohio Medical University, completed a residency at Akron Children’s and obtained obesity medicine training through the American Board of Obesity Medicine. Dr. Levitt has a special interest in wellness, fitness and nutrition and is a certified personal trainer, certified performance enhancement specialist and certified sports nutrition coach. She is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, the American Board of Obesity Medicine and the National Academy of Sports Medicine. Additionally, she is a fellow with the American Academy of Pediatrics and a member of the Obesity Medical Association.

Akron Children's is a renowned medical institution in Akron, OH, offering a comprehensive range of pediatric healthcare services. With a seasonal visitor restriction policy in place from December to March, Akron Children's prioritizes the well-being of its young patients. The medical center boasts a team of highly qualified pediatric providers, including Dr. Julie Kerr, a sports medicine physician with extensive experience in treating musculoskeletal injuries in pediatric, high school, collegiate, and adult athletes. Dr. Kerr, a certified member of the American College of Physicians and the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, is dedicated to providing top-notch care to her patients. She serves as the medical director at The University of Akron Health Services and is a team physician for The University of Akron. Additionally, Dr. Kerr is a clinical associate professor of pediatrics at Northeast Ohio Medical University, further demonstrating her commitment to education and advancing the field of sports medicine.Generated from the website