Bela’s Story: Robot-assisted Ureteroureterostomy for Duplex Kidney
Treatment for duplex kidney and ureterocele spanned from before birth to a robotic surgery.
Patient Stories
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Maverick’s Spina Bifida Story
Specialists from CHOP’s Spina Bifida Clinic met Maverick and his family before he was even born and have supported them along their journey ever since.
Twin Reversed Arterial Perfusion Sequence: Inés’ Story
Inés’ family credits an expert care team and seamless communication across the miles for saving their daughter’s life.
Congenital Hyperinsulinism and Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome: Alina’s Story
The partnership between her doctors at The Congenital Hyperinsulinism Center at CHOP and her local medical team in California is keeping Alina healthy and allowing her to be a typical toddler. However, her beginning was anything but typical.
Mitochondrial Disease: Ignacio's Story
Ignacio has been a healthy and active kid since he received a liver transplant at CHOP when he was two months old, part of his treatment for a rare form of mitochondrial disease.
Autism, Seizure Disorder and NJTACC: Kyle's Story
CHOP’s NJTACC helps families find practitioners with an understanding of how to provide effective care for teens with special needs.
CHARGE Syndrome, Autism and NJTACC: Cesar’s Story
Cesar, who has multiple medical conditions, found the help he needed at CHOP’s NJTACC.
Jaxson’s Story: Using Telemedicine to Reach Children With Rare Genetic Epilepsies
Telehealth has allowed Jaxson, 3, and his family to stay connected with the Epilepsy Neurogenetics Initiative (ENGIN) from the comfort of their home during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Life After Neuroblastoma: Ruby's Story
After twice overcoming cancer as a young child, Ruby is thriving in college, playing wheelchair basketball and planning for her future.
Tetralogy of Fallot: Casey’s Story
An innovative new heart value and expert treatment at CHOP have given 18-year-old Casey a new lease on life.