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Topolewski Pediatric Heart Valve Center Patient Stories

Our multidisciplinary team of experts includes cardiac surgeons, cardiologists with expertise in interventional cardiology and cardiac imaging, scientists, researchers and a full range of medical and support services. We make sure your child gets the highest level of care.

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Heart Malformations: Brynn's Story

A series of surgical procedures at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia corrected Brynn’s rare combination of heart defects.

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Pulmonary Hypertension: Emma’s Story

Emma, 9, has the energy to swim, dance and participate in the activities she loves thanks to the Pulmonary Hypertension Program at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

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Pulmonary Hypertension: Emma’s Story

Emma has her complex heart problems, including pulmonary hypertension, under control thanks to the Cardiac Center at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.  

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Heterotaxy Syndrome: Julia’s Story

An innovative procedure corrected a problem in Julia’s circulatory system. Inspired by the nurses at CHOP, Julia is in school to become a nurse herself.

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Finding Hope Far from Home: Ali’s Story

When 6-year-old Ali became seriously ill for the second time, his family believed only one place in the world could offer him the best care — Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

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Heart Transplant: Tyler’s Story

Tyler was born with hypoplastic left heart syndrome, a complex congenital heart defect. After a heart transplant, the 5-year-old is thriving.

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