“When you have a baby, nobody expects to need an operation right away,” says pediatric general surgeon Shannon Acker, MD. “It’s really a unique opportunity we have as pediatric physicians and pediatric surgeons to ease parents through those anxiety-provoking moments… and provide the reassurance that… odds are, we can give your kid back a normal life.”
Dr. Acker specializes in surgery for newborns, infants and children with chest, lung and digestive conditions. She understands that surgery can be stressful for the child and family. That’s why Dr. Acker focuses on comfort and reassurance while delivering exceptional care. She aims to use the most advanced surgical methods to help her patients reach their full potential.
“It’s so nice to see these kids grow up,” Dr. Acker says. “You can just tell they’re back to their energetic, creative self, ready to go out and play.”
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