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Patient Stories

Our patients' stories

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Honoring Kayla’s Legacy

Kayla’s parents founded a nonprofit and have raised more than $1 million for pediatric brain tumor research at CHOP.

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Motility Disorder: Arianna’s Story

Arianna, 21, has been treated her entire life for Down syndrome (trisomy 21), autism and motility disorders. Her medical team at CHOP has worked closely with her family to effectively treat her motility disorder to bring her comfort.

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Heart Malformations: Brynn's Story

A series of surgical procedures at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia corrected Brynn’s rare combination of heart defects.

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Malnutrition: Widni’s Story

With the help of the Niños Primeros en Salud Program led by CHOP's Global Health Center, Widni is now a healthy 5-year-old after years of treatment for malnutrition.

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Gastroparesis: Ashley’s Story

Ashley, 18, has her gastroparesis under control and the energy to enjoy her passions, thanks to the Suzi and Scott Lustgarten Center for GI Motility.

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Pulmonary Hypertension: Lily’s Story

Lily, 8, has her complicated heart problems including pulmonary hypertension under control thanks to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

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Motility Disorder: Harrison’s Story

Harrison, 14, suffered from digestive problems his entire life. Treatment from the Lustgarten Center for GI Motility has his digestive system working normally.

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