As an adopted toddler, Dan came from China to CHOP, where for the next 18 years the multidisciplinary cleft palate team provided peak care, including multiple surgeries.

Sara lived with seizures until age 9. Her family flew 7,000 miles from United Arab Emirates so she could undergo epilepsy surgery at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Every day since, Sara has told her mom how happy she is to have had the procedure.

CHOP provides the answer to 26-year mitochondrial disease mystery to parents grateful for closure in their daughter’s death.

When a rare disorder was diagnosed in two of their children, the Linares family found hope and expertise at CHOP.

Endocrinologists in New York didn’t have the knowledge of hyperinsulinism to help Dominique, 30, so she came to CHOP for treatment that controlled her HI.

Davis’ initial mitochondrial disease outlook was grim, but a refined diagnosis at CHOP led to treatment that put him on a path with a bright future.

Diego had his first seizure in sixth grade. It began with a sudden, unusual sensation (known as an aura). The next thing he knew, he was in an ambulance.

After multiple rounds of chemotherapy couldn’t wipe out Johnny’s cancer, he came to CHOP and received two versions of CAR T-cell therapy.

Xiomara was born extremely preterm, with severely underdeveloped lungs. She was transferred to CHOP, where the Newborn/Infant Chronic Lung Disease Program “saved her life and gave her a chance at a normal childhood,” says her mom.

Ian, 13, is back shooting hoops after successful osteochondritis dissecans knee surgery at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

Much has been learned about hyperinsulinism/hyperammonemia since Daniel first had severe low blood sugar as a baby. A new clinic as CHOP can help improve symptoms.

At CHOP, an experienced team guides families through immeasurable loss. Here, parents Emily and Justin share their thoughts on the support that mattered most during a heartbreaking experience.

Daniel’s leukemia came back five times. Since receiving an experimental treatment at CHOP called CAR T-cell therapy, he’s been cancer-free.

Because of a rare liver condition, Rory potentially faced life-threatening liver failure. A liver transplant at CHOP changed everything.

As a baby, Julia had heart surgery at CHOP. When her doctors encouraged her to lead an active life, she took up running. Now she’s a marathoner.

Learning that their child has a brain condition was a traumatic experience for Samia and Andre.

Katie Grace’s balance and mobility issues were a mystery until a neurologic issue was identified as the cause. Whole genome sequencing through a clinical trial led by CHOP’s Leukodystrophy Center provided a clear diagnosis and a plan forward.

CHOP provided the elusive diagnosis of Beckwith-Wiedemann, so Chelsea is getting the care she needs.

After suffering a sudden cardiac arrest, Gabo needed a heart transplant. A year later, this active 9-year-old is participating in his favorite activities again, including hiking, skateboarding and ballet. 

Emma, now 25, was born with a life-threatening birth defect. Her family’s experience at CHOP early on in her life have inspired her to pursue a career in science.