Cancer Center Patient Stories

Your child will be cared for by one of the most accomplished teams of childhood cancer experts in the world. We provide medical care, emotional counseling and much more. We make sure your child, you and every family member get the highest level of support.

Existing patients or family members
New patients, referrals and second opinions
Patient story

Neuroendocrine Tumor: Peyton’s Story
After being diagnosed with a rare type of tumor in her airway, Peyton came to CHOP for surgery that successfully saved part of her right lung.
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Synovial Sarcoma: Callan’s Story
Many oncology programs declared Callan’s rare tumor, located in his chest, inoperable. CHOP offered a comprehensive treatment plan that successfully removed the tumor.
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Aaron’s Story: Surgery, Chemotherapy and Stem Cell Transplant for Medulloblastoma
When Aaron was 4, he was suddenly diagnosed with a brain tumor and had to undergo seven months of arduous treatment. His family will never forget the teams in neurosurgery, oncology, nursing and child life — and the Phillies and their South Jersey community — all of whom lifted Aaron up throughout his journey at CHOP.
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DICER1 Syndrome: Ellie’s Story
With a genetic disorder that increases her risk of developing tumors, Ellie is seen regularly at the Cancer Predisposition Program.
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Surgery for a Brain Tumor: Julia's Story
While Julia’s diagnosis of a brain tumor was a shock to her family, the location and type of tumor meant surgery at CHOP was the only treatment she needed.
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Pancreatic Acinar Cell Carcinoma: Maddie’s Story
When she was 12, Maddie was very active — in particular, she practiced gymnastics several hours a day. But stomach pains and weight loss signaled the start of a challenging medical journey for her and her family.