Center for Celiac Disease Patient Stories
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Celiac Disease: Cameron’s Story
![Cameron Cameron](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/cameron-headshot-780x439.jpg?itok=weEQouOJ)
New Jersey parents credit CHOP for helping their toddler bounce back after celiac diagnosis and treatment.
Celiac Disease: Emma’s Story
![Emma proudly shows Pediatric Gastroenterologist Arunjot Singh, MD, MPH, the proclamation she received from the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, recognizing her for her awareness and advocacy for youth with celiac disease and the importance of proper Emma proudly shows Pediatric Gastroenterologist Arunjot Singh, MD, MPH, the proclamation she received from the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, recognizing her for her awareness and advocacy for youth with celiac disease and the importance of proper](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/celiac-disease-emmas-story-16x9.jpg?itok=BFBa9ldx)
Diagnosed with celiac disease in first grade, Emma, now 9, rallies for changes in food labeling to better protect kids like her.
Life with Celiac Disease: Anna’s Story
![Anna wearing sunglasses and smiling Anna wearing sunglasses and smiling](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/celiac-patient-anna-16x9.jpg?itok=NcNicUzn)
Teen with celiac disease pens personal guide to gluten-free living for other newly diagnosed youth.
The Value of Family Screening in Celiac Disease: CJ and Bella’s Story
![Bella and CJ with their younger brother Bella and CJ with their younger brother](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/celiac-disease-patients-cj-bella-16x9.jpg?itok=bhqe8srZ)
When CJ's slow growth prompted his parents to ask his pediatric for help, they had no idea it would result in not just CJ – but also his dad and sister – being diagnosed with celiac disease.
Celiac Disease: Weston’s Story
![Weston in stroller eating ice cream bar little boy GI patient in stroller eating ice cream bar](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/weston-16x9.jpg?itok=3eyt9MRu)
Learn how the Center for Celiac Disease at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia helped this family change their diets and get their son well.
Celiac Disease: Nora, Alex, Jack and Kate's Story
![Nora, Alex, Jack, and Kate Four celiac and gluten sensitive patients sitting together smiling](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/Nora-Alex-Jack-Kate-16x9.jpg?itok=BpUZT0kk)
A family receives surprising news after tests to diagnose one child eventually reveal hidden health concerns for all four siblings.
Gluten Sensitivity: Logan’s Story
![Logan Logan](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/logan-celiac-16x9.jpg?itok=kG7krEFf)
As one of the youngest members of the World Championship Lego® robotics team, 9-year-old Logan doesn’t let gluten sensitivity hold him back.
Celiac Disease: Justyna's Story
![Celiac Disease: Justyna's Story Girl Portrait](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/Justyna16x9.jpg?itok=imGOhGc1)
With help from the Center for Celiac Disease, 8-year-old Justyna can maintain a busy schedule including acting, modeling and school.
Celiac Disease: Grant and Shane's Story
![Shane and Grant Shane and Grant](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/celiac-disease-patients-shane-grant-feature-16x9.jpg?itok=m20O_hNd)
A health scare for 3-year-old Grant led to an unexpected diagnosis for him and his 5-year-old brother Shane: celiac disease.
Celiac Disease: Mikayla’s Story
![Mikayla Mikayla](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/celiac-disease-patient-story-mikayla-320x180.jpg?itok=jKNsw3iS)
Mikayla, 16, is a competitive gymnast and coaches younger children. Diagnosed with celiac disease in eighth grade, she has adapted to her new diet.