Patient stories

Conor would not have survived the leukemia that led to months-long stays in in CHOP’s ICU if not for the teamwork of the doctors who collaborated on his care.

A rare, fast-growing cancer was clogging the drainage system in Lucas’ body. After a short, intense round of treatment, he’s set to play soccer in the fall.

Veronica spent almost half her young life dealing with leukemia. Today, she's a happy and healthy 4-year-old who looks forward to her follow-up appointments at CHOP — the place that saved her life.

A lingering cold and a strange pattern of leg bruises prompted Max's parents to take him to The Children's Hospital, where the 4-year-old was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia and began a long treatment regimen that included 10 hospital stays.