Caitlin Joy, Msn, Aprn-CNP

Summit Renal Care, based in Akron, OH, is dedicated to providing comprehensive kidney care with a focus on innovative treatment options and patient education. They offer various dialysis services, including in-center hemodialysis and home dialysis, alongside resources tailored for individuals managing chronic kidney disease. With a strong emphasis on integrated care, Summit Renal Care partners with hospitals and skilled nursing facilities to ensure quality support for patients and their families. Their commitment to advancing kidney health includes educational programs, dietary resources, and tools designed to empower patients in managing their kidney health effectively. Generated from the website

Dr. Courson is a pediatrician and associate program director, ambulatory medicine at Akron Children’s. She’s been practicing since 2000. She earned her medical degree from Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine in Athens, Ohio and completed a residency in pediatrics at Akron Children’s. Dr. Courson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, as well as a member of the Academic Pediatrics Association. She’s also a clinical associate professor of pediatrics at Northeast Ohio Medical University and an adjunct clinical assistant professor of pediatrics at Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine.