Pediatric Transplant Center Patient Stories

Everyone on your child's team has the same goal: to give your child the best possible care. We provide medical care, emotional counseling and much more.

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CHOP’s 300th Heart Transplant Patient: Gabo’s Story
After suffering a sudden cardiac arrest, Gabo needed a heart transplant. A year later, this active 9-year-old is participating in his favorite activities again, including hiking, skateboarding and ballet. 
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Lung Transplant: Leah’s Story
Born with a rare lung disorder, Leah is one of the youngest patients to go from a heart-lung bypass machine to successful lung transplant.
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Heart Transplant: Makai’s Story
A diagnosis of heart failure stunned Makai and his family. After a heart transplant and many dire health emergencies, he’s back to being an energetic teen.
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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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Heart Transplant: Tenlee's Story
Tenlee was 3 days old when her family learned reconstructive surgery wouldn't be enough to save her life — she needed a new heart.
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Dilated Cardiomyopathy: Cherish’s Story
Cherish’s rare and extremely serious heart condition went undiagnosed for years. CHOP experts gave Cherish and her family, at first, hope, and then a new heart.