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Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome: Michael's Story

Michael, 5, is meeting all his developmental milestones after surgeries for a severe heart defect. He was closely monitored by the Cardiac Kids Developmental Follow-up Program at CHOP.

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Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia: Jack’s Story

After Jack was diagnosed with cancer, his family was impressed how everyone at CHOP, from the check-in team to the world-class doctors, made them feel special.

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Burkitt Lymphoma: Lucas’ Story

A rare, fast-growing cancer was clogging the drainage system in Lucas’ body. After a short, intense round of treatment, he’s set to play soccer in the fall.

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Hodgkin Lymphoma: Nicholas’ Story

After Nicholas, 14, received a diagnosis of Hodgkin lymphoma, his care team supported the entire family’s well being in every possible way.

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Medical Legal Partnership: Caleb’s Story

Caleb depends on electricity to run his ventilator, suction machine and feeding tube. CHOP’s Medical Legal Partnership helped his family keep the utilities on so now Caleb can focus on other things — like preparing for kindergarten.

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Peanut Allergy: Addison's Story

Addison’s peanut allergy has improved greatly thanks to a promising new treatment at CHOP. The 12-year-old has shown her thanks by raising money to help more kids like her.

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Mitochondrial Disease: Dakota’s Story

Facing a tough diagnosis together, CHOP doctors offer Dakota hope and support, while she helps them learn more about her rare mitochondrial disease.

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Video: A Heart for Hudson

Born with a severe heart defect, Hudson experienced a harrowing journey before he had a heart transplant at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

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Izahd’s Story: Hand Surgery for Brachial Plexus

When Izahd had hand surgery for brachial plexus, his family was consistently impressed by the care their son received at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Each stage in their journey inspired them to give back.

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