Patient stories

David had heart surgery as a baby to correct his ventricular septal defect (VSD). Now 16, he's an athletic kid with a special passion for hockey.

Katie, 12, has overcome many health-related obstacles and faces more ahead. She has the support of her family and her medical team at CHOP.

Beyah, 2, has come a long way since having lifesaving open-heart surgery at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia when she was just a few days old.

Mason was born with tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) and had surgery at just 5 days old to repair his heart. Today, he is a happy and active toddler.