Our patients' stories
Managing Cystinosis and Living with Joy: Sofie’s Story
After Sofie is diagnosed with a life-changing rare disease, her family seeks multidisciplinary care at CHOP for the complex treatment required.
Hemifacial Microsomia: Hope’s Story
Born without ears, Hope found expert care and support at CHOP. Today, she is playing, singing, dancing and embracing a world opened through hearing.
Ben’s Story: Finding Joy and Strength Through Childhood Leukemia
When leukemia turned life upside down, Ben’s resilience and CHOP’s expert care helped him get back to being a kid.
Labrum Repair at CHOP Helps Emily Lead the Field
Emily was just 14 when she tore her labrum playing field hockey. CHOP and Dr. Joseph Yellin made sure Emily not only played again but came back even stronger than before.
Os Odontoideum and Major Spine Surgery: Mercina’s Story
A rare neck condition sidelined a top young rodeo rider. Learn how CHOP's orthopedic and neurosurgery experts helped Mercina return to winning form.
Owen's Story: Hope, Healing and a Milestone for Fetal Spina Bifida Care at CHOP
After learning her unborn son had spina bifida, Cassandra turned to CHOP, where Owen became the 500th baby to undergo fetal MMC repair.
Ava’s Williams Syndrome Shapes Her Cross-Country Journey for Scoliosis Surgery
When scoliosis surgery became unavoidable, Ava’s family flew from Arizona to CHOP, trusting a team that understood Williams syndrome.
Jax's Story: Finding Hope and Expert Care for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia at CHOP
When Jax was diagnosed before birth with a severe congenital diaphragmatic hernia, his family turned to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia for expert care and hope.
Groundbreaking Gene Therapy Solves Lily's Sickle Cell Disease
After years of care at CHOP, including groundbreaking gene therapy delivered as part of a clinical trial, 11-year-old Lily continues to not only grow and gain but thrive.
Goldenhar Syndrome: My’Aire’s Story
Born with a rare condition that affects the development of the ear, face and organs, My’Aire has undergone multiple procedures. His resilience is inspiring.
Ollie’s Story: From a Devastating CDH Diagnosis to Hope at CHOP
After losing a baby to congenital diaphragmatic hernia, Kimberly and Carlos faced the diagnosis again with Ollie. This time, a referral to CHOP changed everything.
Beckwith-Wiedemann Spectrum: Ari's Story
Ari was born with a rare genetic disorder. His family travels from Ohio to Philadelphia for the expert, comprehensive care found only at CHOP’s specialized clinic.
A Heart for Basketball: Matt’s Journey with Tachycardia-induced Cardiomyopathy
When a highly competitive athlete suffers an arrythmia, the experts at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Sports Cardiology Program get him back in the game.
A Rare Diagnosis, A Lifechanging Surgery: Deep Brain Stimulation for Dystonia
When Jacob’s genetic condition leads to unrelenting movement episodes, he finally finds relief through deep brain stimulation at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
CHOP Hyperoxaluria Treatment Keeps Peyton at the Plate
A seemingly routine illness led doctors to discover Peyton’s primary hyperoxaluria diagnosis. Alongside CHOP, she’s pushing through treatment to keep playing softball.
A Hand in Her Own Healing: Fiona’s Journey with a Rare Hand Condition
Read more about how specialists in our Hand and Arm Disorders Program helped Fiona manage a rare condition in her hands.
Arden’s Groundbreaking Kidney Cancer Treatment
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) played a pivotal role in Arden’s kidney cancer treatment, using groundbreaking 3D modeling techniques to save her kidney.
Lifesaving Treatment for Chylothorax: James’ Story
A 4-year-old from N.Y. is the youngest to undergo a life-saving treatment for chylothorax at the Center for Lymphatic Disorders at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
Total Hip Replacement: Lily’s Groundbreaking CHOP Story
Diagnosed with avascular necrosis, Lily underwent a total hip replacement at CHOP. The groundbreaking procedure preserved Lily’s ability to walk and built her confidence.
Arya’s Story: Overcoming Chronic Lung Disease
Born at just 24 weeks, Arya spent months in neonatal intensive care. With expert, coordinated support, she overcame serious lung disease and is now thriving at home.