Honoring Kayla’s Legacy
Kayla’s parents founded a nonprofit and have raised more than $1 million for pediatric brain tumor research at CHOP.
Patient stories
Pediatric Brain Tumors Patient Stories
Yoga for Cancer Coping: Quinn’s Story
Yoga classes offered by the Integrative Health Program at CHOP helped Quinn and her family cope with her cancer diagnosis.
Hypothalamic/Optic Pathway Glioma NF1: Abby’s Story
When Abby was a toddler, she was diagnosed with a disorder that causes tumors and has been receiving treatments at CHOP. Abby is a Patient Ambassador for the 2016 Parkway Run & Walk. Read about her amazing efforts to help other kids undergoing chemotherapy.
Intracranial Germinoma: Aaron’s Story
In 2015, 17-year-old Aaron was diagnosed with two brain tumors. Despite a cancer diagnosis, he managed to stay on track at school and receive his diploma in June.