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Division of Neurology Patient Stories

Our pediatric neurologists have advanced training and experience in treating the full spectrum of neurological disorders in children and adolescents, which means the best possible care for your child.

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Scarlett’s Story: Acute Flaccid Myelitis

A rare condition left 2-year-old Scarlett unable to move her right arm. Treatment from experts at CHOP has helped her regain function and hope for the future.

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Pediatric Stroke: Chase’s Story

Chase suffered a massive stroke when he was 7. Surgery followed by therapy with CHOP’s Pediatric Stroke Program helped him regain most of his mobility.

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Hemiplegic Migraine: Claire’s Story

When Claire was 5, she mysteriously slipped into a coma and no one could figure out why. Doctors at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia discovered the cause: a hemiplegic migraine.

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Arterial Ischemic Stroke: Jacob’s Story

Jacob suffered a stroke when he was 2, and his parents were told he might never walk normally again. Now 7, he plays baseball, soccer, basketball and tennis.

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