Best Way to Treat Amblyopia? Follow Doctor’s Orders: Jayden’s Story
When a CHOP optometrist and a child’s family work together, it’s possible to correct lazy eye, even with a late diagnosis. Education and compliance are key.
Patient Stories
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Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome and Kidney Transplant: Owen’s Story
As an infant, Owen needed three open-heart surgeries. As a teen, he needed a new kid-ney — which his mother donated.
Holt-Oram Syndrome and Hand Reconstruction: Wade’s Story
From turning a book’s pages to carrying a baseball bat, Wade’s ability to negotiate the world has expanded thanks to his new thumbs.
From Central America to Philadelphia for Fetal Surgery for Spina Bifida: Eva’s Story
Eva’s parents came to CHOP from Central America so she could have fetal surgery for spina bifida with the world’s most experienced team.
Dilated Cardiomyopathy: Cherish’s Story
Cherish’s rare and extremely serious heart condition went undiagnosed for years. CHOP experts gave Cherish and her family, at first, hope, and then a new heart.
Endocrine Late Effects After Cancer Treatment: Raine’s Story
Treatment for childhood leukemia has had several long-term effects on Raine’s health, but this successful college graduate is pursuing her dream.
Kian’s Story: Preparing the Whole Family for Fetal Surgery for Myelomeningocele
Kian’s parents credit Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia for going above and beyond to support their entire family during their fetal surgery experience.
Minimally Invasive Surgery for Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction: Paul’s Story
After successful surgery to correct ureteropelvic junction obstruction (UPJO) at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Paul was back to the activities he loves.
Cyclic Neutropenia: Ella’s Story
For years, Ella’s health seemed fragile, culminating in a life-threatening infection. She now needs injections to control her rare blood disorder.
Celiac Disease: Nora, Alex, Jack and Kate's Story
A family receives surprising news after tests to diagnose one child eventually reveal hidden health concerns for all four siblings.