Stroke Patient Stories
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Cardiac Tumor and Stroke: John's Story
When John, 15, passed out at football practice, CHOP doctors discovered he had a stroke and a rare cardiac tumor. After treatment, John is doing well.
Pediatric Stroke: Chase’s Story
Chase suffered a massive stroke when he was 7. Surgery followed by therapy with CHOP’s Pediatric Stroke Program helped him regain most of his mobility.
Arterial Ischemic Stroke: Bella’s Story
Bella suffered a stroke as a baby, and her road to recovery has included years of therapy with CHOP’s Pediatric Stroke Program. Now 8, she dreams of becoming an engineer.
Arterial Ischemic Stroke: Jacob’s Story
Jacob suffered a stroke when he was 2, and his parents were told he might never walk normally again. Now 7, he plays baseball, soccer, basketball and tennis.
Hemorrhagic Stroke: Nate’s Story
Before he was born, Nate suffered a hemorrhagic stroke that severely damaged his brain. Early intervention at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia started him on a journey to healing.
Living with Stroke: A Sibling Story
Lindsay was only 3 years old when her brother, Jadon, had a stroke. Now 10, she shares what it feels like growing up with a sibling who’s suffered a stroke.
Paul’s Road to Recovery after Hemorrhagic Stroke
Years of rehabilitation therapy at CHOP’s Seashore House combined with his parents' dedication to his education have fueled Paul’s progress since suffering a hemorrhagic stroke.
Adapting After Stroke: Bryan’s Story
Bryan has come a long way since he was in a wheelchair and unable to speak after suffering a stroke. Learn how Bryan and his family are adapting along the road to recovery.
Hemorrhagic Stroke: Addie’s Story
Addie suffered a stroke as a baby and still has weakness on one side of her body. Now 10, Addie shares some of the challenges she faces at school and offers advice to other kids who are stroke survivors.
Pediatric Stroke: Derek's Story
At 17, Derek Marshall suffered a stroke and needed brain surgery. Find out how he stays positive in the face of life’s setbacks.