Patient Stories

Emily Kelly underwent successful fetal surgery at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia to remove a cervical teratoma, a type of giant neck mass.

Diagnosed with childhood apraxia of speech when he was 3 years old, Seth continues weekly speech therapy at CHOP Specialty Care Center in Bucks County, PA.

Diagnosed with chylothorax, a rare and potentially fatal condition, tiny Ayla had a life-saving thoracic duct embolization at CHOP.

Diagnosed with a severe congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH), Emerson’s family turned to CHOP, where an expert, multidisciplinary team made all the difference.

Charlotte's family came from California searching for answers about her persistently low blood sugar levels. They found answers and support at CHOP's Congenital Hyperinsulinism Center.

Thirteen-year-old Hannah Rowan has type 1 diabetes, hyperthyroidism, and was recently diagnosed with celiac disease. But all of these auto-immune conditions don't slow her down.

Colin has eosinophilic esophagitis, a rare inflammatory condition of the esophagus, and receives care at CHOP, which is one of the few pediatric hospitals with a specialized program for the condition.

As an infant, Priya had hip dysplasia and a pediatric stroke. Now, a spirited 14-year-old, Priya's family owes her recovery to the care and support the entire family received at CHOP.