Knox Community Hospital has announced a free Doc Talk scheduled for June 5 from 5 to 6 PM. Dr. Emmanuel Melonakos will lead the discussion, focusing on research exploring potential connections between digital media use and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children.
According to Knox Community Hospital, the event will delve into recent findings regarding how digital media may influence ADHD symptoms and its implications for children's development. The talk aims to provide insights into supporting children's growth and mitigating ADHD symptoms within today's multimedia environment. The session is open to the public and will be held in the second-floor classroom of the Wright Family Medical Pavilion.
Dr. Melonakos earned his bachelor's degree from Michigan State University, followed by a medical degree from Wayne State University in Detroit. He also holds a master’s degree focused on Medical Ethics from Holy Cross and Boston College. He completed his pediatric residency at Ascension St. John Hospital in Detroit, Michigan.
Knox Community Hospital’s Wright Family Medical Pavilion at 1330 Coshocton Ave in Mt. Vernon includes multiple specialized services across its floors. The second floor houses the Ann Schnormeier Center for Birthing Care, offering modern labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum suites. This floor also features the KCH Auxiliary gift shop and a classroom used for community events and educational sessions.
Knox Community Hospital is a 99-bed facility in Mount Vernon, Ohio, located approximately 40 miles northeast of Columbus. The hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission and provides a range of medical services through a team of specialized healthcare professionals. Operated as an independent, not-for-profit organization, the hospital reinvests revenue into patient care, technology, and facility improvements to serve the Knox County area
