Division of Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine Patient Stories

Despite Jacob’s weakened condition, CHOP successfully performed a lung transplant that other programs thought he wouldn’t survive.

Twins, Sofia and Stefani, both received lung transplants at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and are enjoying the return of their health and energy.

Jessica has lived with cystic fibrosis since she was a baby. The Cystic Fibrosis Center at CHOP prepared her to manage her disease as she transitioned to college.

Born with breathing, bowel, kidney and heart issues, the odds were stacked against Aaron. But he constantly beat the odds. Today, he's 5 years old.