Lifesaving Care for HLHS: Thomas’ Story
Born with hypoplastic left heart syndrome, Thomas had a 50% chance of making it to his first reconstructive heart surgery. CHOP helped him beat those odds.
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Profound Bilateral Sensorineural Hearing Loss: Maria’s Story
With cochlear implants, Maria can now hear more of the things she loves, whether it be music or people.
Addison’s disease: Chase’s story
Before CHOP’s diagnosis and treatment for adrenal insufficiency, Chase struggled with low energy. Now he dreams of coaching pro football
A Lifesaving Call: Ellis’ Journey with Single Ventricle Heart Disease
A routine video visit with CHOP’s innovative Single Ventricle Monitoring Program leads to lifesaving care for a newborn with heart disease.
Klinefelter Syndrome: Yuji’s Story
Lancaster teen with chromosomal disorder thrives, thanks in part to support from CHOP
The World’s Smallest Pacemaker: Cameron’s Story
An adapted device and minimally invasive heart surgery give a newborn with heart block the boost he needs.
A Life-saving Pediatric Partnership: CJ’s Story
CHOP’s alliance with Main Line Health streamlines the emergency transfer of a newborn with a life-threatening heart condition.
DICER1 Syndrome: Ellie’s Story
With a genetic disorder that increases her risk of developing tumors, Ellie is seen regularly at the Cancer Predisposition Program.
Experimental Gene Therapy for Hemophilia B: Bill’s Story
Bill’s hemophilia caused several serious health crises. After nearly 60 years of continual treatments, a gene therapy transformed his life.
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.