Colleen Handwork, MSN, APRN-CNP

Akron Children's Hospital is dedicated to providing specialized pediatric care, serving families with a commitment to quality and compassion since its inception in 1890. With two hospitals, 44 pediatric offices, and over 1,000 providers, the organization offers a comprehensive range of services, including primary care, urgent care, and specialty treatments throughout Ohio. Focused exclusively on children's health, Akron Children's utilizes state-of-the-art facilities and kid-friendly equipment to ensure a supportive environment for patients and their families. The institution is committed to not only medical excellence but also to creating a nurturing atmosphere that enhances the healthcare experience for all who visit. Generated from the website

Dr. Katz is a pediatric neurosurgeon at Akron Children’s, where he’s been working since 2019. After earning his medical degree from Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine in New York, he completed a neurosurgery residency at OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus and a fellowship in pediatric neurosurgery at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. Dr. Katz specializes in providing surgical treatment for diseases affecting the brain, spinal cord and nerves in infants, children, teens and young adults. He has contributed to many articles and presentations on topics related to his field.

Endocrine problems affecting children are often quite different from those commonly seen in adults. We specialize in conditions as they relate to a child's growth and development. We offer multi-disciplinary care of children with thyroid nodules and cancer, and specialized care of children with c...