Our patients' stories
Pediatric Brain Tumor and Proton Therapy: Ryan’s Story
Trish Cartafalsa noticed that her 2-year-old, Ryan, was having problems with balance. Days later, he was having a pediatric brain tumor removed at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Germinoma: Mikayla's Story
Diagnosed with germinoma, a type of pediatric brain tumor, Mikayla benefited from proton therapy, an advanced form of radiation treatment offered at CHOP.
Pituitary Germinoma (Brain Tumor): Stephany's Story
Diagnosed with a brain tumor, 11-year-old Stephany and her family traveled from Brazil to Philadelphia for proton therapy treatment.
Hodgkin Lymphoma: Callum’s Story
In September 2012, 13-year-old Callum’s neck became swollen and lumpy. After appointments with doctors and specialists, Callum was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma.
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia and the Cellie Cancer Coping Kit: Justin's Story
During Justin’s ALL treatment at CHOP, he and his parents participated in a research study about the Cellie Cancer Coping Kit, a unique tool to support and educate kids with cancer.
Proton Therapy for Extrarenal Rhabdoid Tumor: Laila’s Story
International patient Laila LeClerc came to CHOP from her home in Canada for proton therapy to treat extrarenal rhabdoid tumor, a rare and aggressive cancer.