Systemic Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis: GP’s Story
When GP arrived at CHOP, he was one of the sickest systemic arthritis patients his rheumatologist had even seen. Today, GP is home and enjoying kindergarten.
Team members from the Division of Rheumatology offer your child unparalleled expertise and family-centered care for rheumatology diseases. We provide medical care, emotional counseling and much more.
When GP arrived at CHOP, he was one of the sickest systemic arthritis patients his rheumatologist had even seen. Today, GP is home and enjoying kindergarten.
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