Heart Transplant: Makai’s Story
A diagnosis of heart failure stunned Makai and his family. After a heart transplant and many dire health emergencies, he’s back to being an energetic teen.
Patient Stories
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Casting to Treat Scoliosis and Foot Deformities: Paisley’s Story
Paisley’s foot and spine deformities were identified early, allowing CHOP clinicians to use braces and casts to fix her condition, instead of surgical correction.
New Hospital Will Simplify Families’ Lives When Kids Need Multiple Surgeries
Between them, siblings Emmalyn and Carson have needed surgical procedures involving the feet, hands, and jaw, all of which will be offered at CHOP’s King of Prussia hospital.
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.
Saving Thaxton’s Thumb: Treatment for Thumb Hypoplasia
When doctors suggested amputating Thaxton’s non-functioning thumb, his family sought alternative treatments – and hope – at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
Multiple Heart Defects: Addison’s Story
Discovering the world-class care at CHOP’s Cardiac Center, Addison’s parents relocate to Pa. for ongoing care of their daughter’s severe heart condition.
Posterior Spinal Fusion for Scoliosis During the COVID-19 Crisis: Sean’s Story
Sean and his family trusted CHOP Orthopaedics to perform spine surgery to correct Sean’s worsening scoliosis in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Osteosarcoma and Limb Salvage Surgery: Connor’s Story
When Connor, a high school athlete, was diagnosed with a bone tumor in his thigh, teams from two #1 ranked pediatric programs at CHOP collaborated on his treatment.
Food Allergies and Oral Immunotherapy: Kadin's Story
After years of avoiding nuts due to food allergies, Kadin can now eat them – thanks to oral immunotherapy at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Fetal Surgery for Myelomeningocele During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Henry’s Story
When Henry was prenatally diagnosed with spina bifida in the middle of the pandemic, his parents turned to CHOP’s fetal surgery team for help and hope.