Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Patient Stories
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Oral Teratoma and Cleft Palate: Stella’s Story

An oral tumor formed before birth caused Stella’s cleft palate, but CHOP surgeons expertly corrected both conditions. Now she’s babbling away.
Holt-Oram Syndrome and Hand Reconstruction: Wade’s Story

From turning a book’s pages to carrying a baseball bat, Wade’s ability to negotiate the world has expanded thanks to his new thumbs.
Klippel-Trenaunay Syndrome: Maille’s Story

A condition that affects vein development caused Maille to undergo surgery on her leg, but nothing gets in the way of her passion for dance and trapeze.
Saethre-Chotzen Syndrome and Blenderized Tube Feedings: Savannah's Story

CHOP dietitians work with Savannah’s parents to find a ‘real food’ solution to meet her medical needs and her family's wishes.
Sagittal Craniosynostosis: Bear's Story
When Bear's head became misshapen as an infant due to craniosynostosis, his family learned he needed surgery on his skull.
Unicoronal and Sagittal Craniosynostosis: Brynnli's Story

When Brynnli's mom noticed her daughter's head was growing strangely, she sought help from craniofacial experts at CHOP.
Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate Repair: Sophia’s Story

With two successful surgeries to repair her cleft lip and cleft palate, and a third a few years down the road, 2-year-old Sophia is thriving.
Surgery for Tethered Spinal Cord and Lipomas: Eva’s Story

Eva, 2, had two surgeries at CHOP to remove lipomas from her back and treat a tethered spinal cord. Today, she’s a proud big sister!
Goldenhar Syndrome: Emily’s Story

Born with tetralogy of Fallot and Goldenhar syndrome, Emily has endured dozens of surgeries in the past 14 years, and her mission is to teach kindness and acceptance.
Brain Injury and Recovery: Sam's Story

A terrible car accident left Sam with a serious brain injury. Therapy and surgery helped him rebound; he’s now able to recite a poem and play his favorite sport.