Surgical Repair of a Broken Collarbone Saves Ryan’s Figure Skating Career
With dreams of becoming an Olympic figure skater, Ryan and his family turn to CHOP for a second opinion and the best possible outcome for a broken collarbone.
Orthopedic Trauma Program Patient Stories
Read stories about patients who have been cared for by the Orthopedic Trauma Program.
Appointments and referrals
Compound Fracture: Anthony’s Story
After an e-scooter accident left Anthony with a broken ankle and serious wounds, a CHOP Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon stepped in to help.
Brandon’s Story: Limb Amputation after a Traumatic Injury
Despite efforts to save his toes, Brandon required an amputation. With help from experts at CHOP, he’s back playing his favorite sports.
Repairing Severed Tendons: Matthew’s Story
Five days before Matthew started college, an accident with a miter saw caused serious injury to his arm and almost cut short his freshman year.