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Solid Tumor Program Patient Stories

Every person on your child’s team has the same goal: to give your child the best possible care. We provide medical care, emotional support and much more.

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New patients, referrals and second opinions
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Relapsed Rhabdomyosarcoma: Ella’s Story

Eager to talk, question and explain, Ella, 7, has an engaging personality. After a cancerous mass was found in Ella’s abdomen, and then another in her lungs, she’s on a treatment plan that isn’t getting in the way of her being a happy, active kid.

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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).

Finn
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Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome and Cancer: Finn’s Story

Diagnosed with a rare genetic condition that predisposed him to developing cancer, Finn spent the first four months of his life at CHOP, where he survived heart surgery, abdominal surgery, liver cancer and chemotherapy.

Sean kicking a football
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Ewing sarcoma: Sean’s story

Sean’s dream of becoming a kicker was put on hold, temporarily. Precision treatment for Ewing sarcoma put him back on the field, where he can one day make his dream a reality.

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Ewing Sarcoma: Cameron's Story

A surgery to remove Cameron's right big toe and part of his foot to rid him of cancer did not stop him from enjoying his favorite sports.

JR
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Ectomesenchymoma: JR’s Story

When chemotherapy didn’t shrink JR's tumor, his family came to CHOP for proton radiation therapy. Today, the 4 ½-year-old loves riding his bike and playing with his little sister.

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Rhabdomyosarcoma: Dylan’s Story

After a year of treatment for rhabdomyosarcoma, Dylan shows no signs of the disease and his family is optimistic about the future.

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