Division of Orthopaedics Patient Stories
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Coming Back From Scoliosis: Annie’s Story
![Annie competed at the U.S. Paralympics Track & Field National Championship in Miramar, Florida Annie competed at the U.S. Paralympics Track & Field National Championship in Miramar, Florida](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/coming-back-scoliosis-annies-story-16x9.jpg?itok=TFaKh07k)
Teen’s pursuit of Paralympic gold spans the globe, from China to Idaho, and eventually to Philadelphia for corrective spine surgery to keep her track and field dreams alive.
Idiopathic Scoliosis and Posterior Spine Fusion: Lily’s story
![Lily dancing outside Lily dancing outside](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/idiopathic-scoliosis-and-posterior-spine-fusion-lilys-story-16x9-image-1.jpg?itok=yhzqgDTX)
Alabama girl comes to CHOP for spine surgery that straightens her spine and allows her to continue competitive dance.
Skeletal Dysplasia, Thoracic Insufficiency and Pulmonary Hypoplasia: Klaire’s Story
![Klaire smiling Klaire smiling](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/skeletal-dysplasia-thoracic-insufficiency-and-pulmonary-hypoplasia-klaires-story-16x9.jpg?itok=oyVNYkMU)
Skeletal dysplasia and thoracic insufficiency syndrome led Klaire to have severely underdeveloped lungs. Expert treatment at CHOP has helped her thrive.
Clavicle Fracture and Recovery: Jake’s Story
![Jacob holding is pro kart trophy Jacob holding is pro kart trophy](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/clavicle-fracture-and-recovery-jakes-story-image-1.jpg?itok=Dh5xVMQH)
Successful surgery to repair a broken collarbone kept Jake’s hopes of becoming a professional race car driver alive.
Achilles Tendon Rupture and Repair: Zoe’s Story
![Zoe doing gymnastics Zoe doing gymnastics](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/achilles-tendon-rupture-and-repair-zoes-story-16x9.jpg?itok=wIBxIDs-)
After CHOP successfully treated Zoe’s ruptured Achilles tendon, the 17-year-old is headed to college on a full athletic scholarship.
Surgery for Osteochondritis Dissecans Knee Injury: Ian’s Story
![Ian with Dr. Williams Ian with Dr. Williams](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/surgery-osteochondritis-dissecans-knee-injury-ians-story-16x9.jpg?itok=blQDZ-Z9)
Ian, 13, is back shooting hoops after successful osteochondritis dissecans knee surgery at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
ACL Surgery at the Middleman Family Pavilion: Liam’s Story
![Liam and his parents Liam and his parents](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/ortho-acl-surgery-liam-parents-16x9.jpg?itok=iN7oc_I4)
When 12-year-old Liam tore his ACL playing basketball, his family found the best-in-nation orthopaedic care he needed, conveniently close to home.
Coming Back After Concussion: Max’s Story
![Max boarding the team plane Max boarding the team plane](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/concussion-patient-max-16x9.jpg?itok=OPq0k5R7)
Teen makes full recovery after concussion, thanks to supportive care and innovative approach at CHOP.
Living an Active Lifestyle After Scoliosis Surgery: Kristi’s Story
![Kristi and Dr. Baldwin Kristi and Dr. Baldwin](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/spine-program-patient-kristi-dr-baldwin-16x9.jpg?itok=1t2bXxhi)
Scoliosis surgery at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia allowed Kristi to keep up her active lifestyle in ways she never thought possible.
Hyperinsulinism and Kabuki Syndrome: Amelia’s Story
![Amelia smiling Amelia smiling](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/hi-kabuki-syndrome-patient-amelia-16x9.jpg?itok=jCTvh1N0)
A diagnosis of Kabuki syndrome connected all of Amelia’s symptoms, and CHOP has experts to care for each and every condition.