Department of Family Relations Patient Stories
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RAPADILINO Syndrome: Rita and Maria's Story
Shortly after birth, Maria was diagnosed with RAPADILINO syndrome, an extremely rare condition that involves many parts of the body. Doctors told her mother that Maria's best hope was care at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Concussion: Nicholas and Duckea's Story
Nicholas got his concussion playing ice hockey. Duckea got her concussion falling off her bike. Both teens were treated for their concussion symptoms at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
Schlimm Center for Prayer and Reflection: Loraine and Roxanna Schlimm's Story
Loraine and Roxanna Schlimm donated a significant gift to renovate the old chapel into the Schlimm Center for Prayer and Reflection, a multicultural sacred space for any faith in times of great need.
Congenital Hyperinsulinism: Charlotte's Story
Charlotte's family came from California searching for answers about her persistently low blood sugar levels. They found answers and support at CHOP's Congenital Hyperinsulinism Center.
Family-Centered Care: In Our Families' Words
Parents say they see family-centered care in practice all the time at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Here, they detail how CHOP is working to provide the best care for children and the most support for families.
Hip Dysplasia and Pediatric Stroke: Priya's Story
As an infant, Priya had hip dysplasia and a pediatric stroke. Now, a spirited 14-year-old, Priya's family owes her recovery to the care and support the entire family received at CHOP.
Ischemic Stroke: Andrea's Story
Andrea experienced an ischemic stroke as an infant. Read about her and her family's journey and their partnership with doctors at CHOP.
Tetralogy of Fallot and Craniosynostosis: William's Story
William was born with tetralogy of Fallot, a heart condition that requires open heart surgery shortly after birth, and had surgery at CHOP.