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Chylothorax: Paisley's Story

After surgery, an innovative interventional procedure at the Jill and Mark Fishman Center for Lymphatic Disorders stopped Paisley’s lymphatic leaks.

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Ulcerative Colitis: Noah's Story

When Noah was 11, ulcerative colitis drained his energy and threatened his life. Now 15, he has the energy and stamina to play on a basketball team.

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Heart Transplant: Amber’s Story

Amber received a new heart at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. After years of poor health, she’s now enjoying an active life again.

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Atrial Septal Defect: Jacob's Story

Jacob, 16, is able to play sports at a high level thanks to the team at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, where he had heart surgery three years ago.

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Mitochondrial Disease: Patrick's Story

Patrick is cared for at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia for mitochondrial disease. His parents have become committed supporters of research.

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Mitochondrial Disease: Lincoln's Story

Specialists at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia diagnosed Lincoln, 5, with mitochondrial disease and constantly personalize his care. 

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Celiac Disease: Molly's Story

Molly’s family has adapted to a gluten-free diet after she was diagnosed with celiac disease at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

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Heart Transplant: Stosh’s Story

Diagnosed with heart defects before birth, Stosh had heart surgery in utero, three reconstructive procedures in his first four years, then a heart transplant.

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Heterotaxy Syndrome: Finn’s Story

Finn, 3, had heart surgery at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia to correct his serious heart defects as a result of heterotaxy syndrome.

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Crohn’s Disease: Jackson’s Story

Jackson, 15, loves to perform on stage. He’s able to perform with full energy thanks to treatment for IBD at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

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