Newborn/Infant Intensive Care Unit (N/IICU) Patient Stories

Here in the N/IICU, every person on your baby's team has the same goal: to give your child the best possible care. We provide expert care and support your family in any way you need.

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Liver Transplant: Josie’s Story
As a baby, Josie received a liver transplant. This began a 10-year journey that included bonding with her donor’s family and a generous gift to help future transplant patients.
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Josephine’s Chronic Lung Disease Story
A multidisciplinary team at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia helped Josephine conquer complex medical needs from severe infant chronic lung disease.
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Hirschsprung’s Disease: Luke's Story
Luke was diagnosed with Hirschsprung’s disease when he was just three 3 days old, and underwent surgery to remove the affected part of his colon at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
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Chronic Lung Disease: Evan’s Story
After a year of intensive treatment, 14-month-old Evan Stickle is finally home. His family credits his turnaround to CHOP’s Newborn and Infant Chronic Lung Disease Program.