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Pediatric Stroke Patient Stories

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Hemorrhagic Stroke: Nate’s Story

Before he was born, Nate suffered a hemorrhagic stroke that severely damaged his brain. Early intervention at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia started him on a journey to healing.

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Kisha Hortman Hawthorne, PhD, FACHE

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Paul’s Road to Recovery after Hemorrhagic Stroke

Years of rehabilitation therapy at CHOP’s Seashore House combined with his parents' dedication to his education have fueled Paul’s progress since suffering a hemorrhagic stroke.

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Adapting After Stroke: Bryan’s Story

Bryan has come a long way since he was in a wheelchair and unable to speak after suffering a stroke. Learn how Bryan and his family are adapting along the road to recovery.

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Arterial Ischemic Stroke: Avery’s Story

After a stroke at age 17, Avery worked her way back to the basketball court — thanks to neurology, rehabilitation and sports medicine experts at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

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