Liver Transplant Program Patient Stories

Your child will be cared for by one of the most accomplished teams of pediatric liver disease experts in the world. We provide medical and surgical care, emotional counseling and much more.

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Alagille Syndrome and Liver Transplant: Rory’s Story

Because of a rare liver condition, Rory potentially faced life-threatening liver failure. A liver transplant at CHOP changed everything.

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Liver Transplant: Josie’s Story

As a baby, Josie received a liver transplant. This began a 10-year journey that included bonding with her donor’s family and a generous gift to help future transplant patients.

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Liver Transplant in the Midst of COVID-19: Briana’s Story

As COVID-19 swept through Philadelphia, Briana’s biliary atresia worsened. She needed a liver transplant. CHOP safely performed the surgery. Now Briana’s future is bright.

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Acute Liver Failure and Liver Transplant: Budd’s Story

When he was 14, Budd was close to death because of acute liver failure. A liver transplant at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia saved his life.

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Methylmalonic Acidemia (MMA), Liver Transplant and Kidney Transplant: Yusuf and Khadija's Story

Siblings Yusuf and Khadija were both diagnosed with MMA, a life-threatening genetic disease. Successful transplants have improved their quality of life.

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Biliary Atresia and Liver Transplant: Haley's Story

Haley had a life-saving liver transplant when she was 4. Now 15, she’s an active teenager who players lacrosse and enjoys cheerleading.

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Alagille Syndrome and Liver Transplant: Alejandro’s Story

After a liver transplant at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia with his father as the donor, Alejandro is an active and energetic 5-year-old.

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Liver Transplant: Mia’s Story

Mia, 12, has the energy to enjoy her favorite activities like dancing after a liver transplant at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP).

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Biliary Atresia and Liver Transplant: Parker's Story

Parker is an energetic, fun-loving 2-year-old. When he was a year old, a liver transplant saved his life. The live donor was his mother’s best friend.