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Siena’s Story: Fetal Surgery for Myelomeningocele

A life-altering experience — and life-changing care — at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s Richard D. Wood Jr. Center for Fetal Diagnosis and Treatment inspired Siena’s family to ease the burden for others.

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Christian’s Story: 22 Years After Fetal Surgery for Spina Bifida

In 2000, Christian had fetal surgery for spina bifida at CHOP. Today, he’s an EMT. Follow his journey.

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Growing up with spina bifida: Valerie’s story

Valerie, now 20 and pursuing a career in video game design, has been followed by CHOP’s Spina Bifida Program for most of her life.

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Fetal surgery during a pandemic: Reagan's story

Not many people can say they underwent fetal surgery during a pandemic, but Jasmin did it to give her daughter a better chance at a healthy life.

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Spina bifida causes, symptoms and treatment patient stories

Siena’s Story: Fetal Surgery for Myelomeningocele

Christian’s Story: 22 Years After Fetal Surgery for Spina Bifida

Growing up with spina bifida: Valerie’s story

Fetal surgery during a pandemic: Reagan's story

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