Division of Neonatology Patient Stories

Here, your baby's care is in the hands of one of the largest, most accomplished teams of neonatal experts in the world, including physicians, advanced practice nurses, physician assistants, registered nurses, developmental therapists and more.

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Maddie’s Story: Tracheostomy Surgery for Chronic Lung Disease

Thanks to care from CHOP’s Newborn and Infant Chronic Lung Disease (NeoCLD) Program and a new, catheter-based surgery to close her congenital heart defect, Maddie is home and makes developmental gains every day.

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Chronic Lung Disease and Necrotizing Enterocolitis: Dylan’s Story

Born prematurely, Dylan Vazquez, 3, overcame daunting health challenges and is thriving today thanks to the care he received at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

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Complications After Premature Birth: Lincoln's Story

In just two years of life, Lincoln has spent more than 5 months in the hospital overcoming premature birth, brain injury, multiple surgeries and near-death experiences.

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Treatment for Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia: Noah’s Story

Noah was born very premature and developed a serious lung condition. He found the lifesaving care he needed at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

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Managing Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia: Joseph’s Story

Born at 29 weeks and weighing 1 lb 8 ounce, Joseph's mom credits his breakthrough recovery to the remarkable care he received at CHOP.

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Collaborating to Provide Breakthroughs in Care: Antonio's Story

Eleven years after receiving lifesaving care at CHOP and Pennsylvania Hospital, one N/IICU patient returns to say thank you.

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Josephine’s Chronic Lung Disease Story

A multidisciplinary team at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia helped Josephine conquer complex medical needs from severe infant chronic lung disease.