Our patients' stories

Leigh Syndrome: Baron’s Story
When a year of bloodwork failed to uncover the cause of Baron’s progressive developmental delays, his family turned to CHOP’s Mitochondrial Medicine for answers.

Lupus Nephritis: Indya's Story
In the midst of COVID-19, Indya began experiencing painful swelling and stiff joints – symptoms of lupus, a severe, autoimmune disease.

Philanthropy is a Team Sport
Fostering a corporate culture of philanthropy to support CHOP’s cancer research.

Creating Countless Opportunities for Innovation to Thrive
Funding a wide range of pediatric research on a breathtakingly ambitious scale.

Soaring to new heights
The Eagles Autism Foundation teams up with CHOP for game-changing autism research.

One Roof. So Many Possibilities.
The Buerger Center raises the bar for pediatric outpatient care that’s seamless and world-class.

Building a New Generation of Headache Medicine Specialists
Combatting the desperate shortfall in headache medicine specialists.

Accelerating Pediatric Cancer Research
Alex’s Lemonade Stand is a longstanding partner in making cancer discoveries.

Helping Families Cope with Loss
Families ‘forever grateful’ for the emotional support to cope with the unimaginable.

Jaxon’s Story: Prenatal Diagnosis, Pregnancy Management and Postnatal Care of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
When Jaxon’s family learned he had congenital diaphragmatic hernia, they traveled from West Virginia to seek care from the CDH experts in Philadelphia.

Liver Transplant in the Midst of COVID-19: Briana’s Story
As COVID-19 swept through Philadelphia, Briana’s biliary atresia worsened. She needed a liver transplant. CHOP safely performed the surgery. Now Briana’s future is bright.

A ‘Turkey Bowl’ Shows What a Community Can Do
A ‘Turkey Bowl’ shows what can be accomplished when a community comes together for a cause.

Ushering in a New Era of Genetics
Enabling investigators to broaden the astonishing possibilities of genetic medicine.

Quality Healthcare, Close to Home
A West Philadelphia pediatric healthcare center blossoms into a beloved community hub.

Smoothing the Journey Through Diagnosis and Treatment
Donations launch a program that eases the challenging journey to an accurate GI diagnosis.

Supporting the Hospital’s Unsung Heroes
‘These specialists are truly amazing and the therapies they provide for children are extraordinary.’

Treating Hyperinsulinism During a Pandemic: Stella’s Story
Stella was cared for by the expert team from CHOP’s Congenital Hyperinsulinism Center, the most active and experienced center of its type in the world.

Learning to Live With Food Allergies: Dominic's Story
CHOP's Food Allergy Bravery Clinic helps children retake control of their lives, their food allergies and their mental health.

Papillary Thyroid Cancer: Zach’s Story
When the COVID-19 pandemic threatened to derail a scheduled checkup at CHOP’s Pediatric Thyroid Center, this family’s medical journey became a cross-country adventure.

Sophia’s Story: MAGEC Growing Rod Implantation to Treat Neuromuscular Scoliosis
A CHOP occupational therapist's keen observation led to Sophia's neuromuscular scoliosis diagnosis, and supportive treatment to enhance her quality of life.