Tracheoesophageal Fistula and Laryngomalacia: Shaika's Story
Born prematurely and with many congenital abnormalities, Shaika traveled from the United Arab Emirates to Children's Hospital for care and treatment.
Department of Global Medicine Patient Stories
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Spina Bifida and Fetal Surgery: Sean's Story
Prenatally diagnosed with myelomeningocele (MMC), the most severe form of spina bifida, Sean Mulligan underwent fetal surgery at CHOP to repair the birth defect.
Pediatric Brain Tumor: Sultan's Story
Sultan traveled from the Middle East after his parents learned about Dr. Jay Storm’s expertise in pediatric brain tumors.
Pituitary Germinoma (Brain Tumor): Stephany's Story
Diagnosed with a brain tumor, 11-year-old Stephany and her family traveled from Brazil to Philadelphia for proton therapy treatment.