Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome and Overgrowth Genetics Clinic Patient Stories

Ari was born with a rare genetic disorder. His family travels from Ohio to Philadelphia for the expert, comprehensive care found only at CHOP’s specialized clinic.

CHOP provided the elusive diagnosis of Beckwith-Wiedemann, so Chelsea is getting the care she needs.

Kaitlyn, 12, has remained positive through multiple surgeries for the symptoms of a rare genetic disorder and treatment for an associated cancer.

Alivya traveled to CHOP from her home in Indiana to receive treatment for Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome. Today, she’s home — and smiling.

Diagnosed with a rare genetic condition that predisposed him to developing cancer, Finn spent the first four months of his life at CHOP, where he survived heart surgery, abdominal surgery, liver cancer and chemotherapy.

Cooper traveled from Rhode Island to CHOP for treatment of Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome and hyperinsulinism. Now 2 1/2 years old, he is happy, active and intellectually on target.

Jaylene was born with Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome and hypoglycemia. She was treated at the Congenital Hyperinsulinism Center at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.