Our patients' stories
Pulmonary Heart Valve Replacement as an Adult: Russell’s Story
When a 49-year-old TOF patient needed a pulmonary valve replacement, the Topolewski Pediatric Heart Valve Center offered a minimally invasive solution.
Papillary Thyroid Cancer Second Opinion: Rowan’s Story
After Rowan was diagnosed with thyroid cancer, she was treated with precision medicine at CHOP by experts in pediatric thyroid issues and rare pediatric cancers.
Chronic Lung Disease: Ethan’s Story
While doctors at CHOP helped Ethan’s premature lungs develop, other staff helped his family manage the stress of having a sick newborn.
WAGR Syndrome: Miranda’s Story
CHOP researchers have published the most comprehensive description of WAGR syndrome, which affects less than 450 people worldwide, including Miranda.
A Dream Fulfilled: From Surgery as a Newborn to a Nurse in the ICU
Abby underwent surgery to remove a lung lesion at CHOP in her first few days of life and is now, 26 years later, a nurse in the Hospital’s ICU.
Double Lung Transplant: Marcellius’s Story
As a toddler with lung disease, Marcellius was given five years to live. A double lung transplant at CHOP saved him, and he’s now a young adult.
Living an Active Lifestyle After Scoliosis Surgery: Kristi’s Story
Scoliosis surgery at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia allowed Kristi to keep up her active lifestyle in ways she never thought possible.
The Story of Addy and Lily: Birth and Separation of Conjoined Twins
It took an incredible team effort by experts at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia to separate conjoined twins and get them home to Chicago for Christmas.
High-risk Neuroblastoma: Nicholas’s Story
When Nicholas was in the hospital being treated for cancer, watching a construction site outside his window helped keep his spirits up.
Eosinophilic Esophagitis: Princess’ story
Princess has struggled for years with a rare inflammatory condition of the esophagus. Thanks to CHOP, a new medication and family support, she’s now thriving.
Hyperinsulinism and Kabuki syndrome: Amelia’s story
A diagnosis of Kabuki syndrome connected all of Amelia’s symptoms, and CHOP has experts to care for each and every condition.
Omphalocele Discovered During Pregnancy: Grace’s Story
At CHOP, when pediatric surgeons perform postnatal repair of omphalocele, a child’s health and quality of life are both top of mind.
Pulmonary Interstitial Glycogenosis: June’s Story
From Day 1, June was breathing too rapidly. The Rare Lung Diseases Center diagnosed her condition: pulmonary interstitial glycogenosis. June was lucky; her mild case resolved on its own.
Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome and Pancreatoblastoma: Kaitlyn’s Story
Kaitlyn, 12, has remained positive through multiple surgeries for the symptoms of a rare genetic disorder and treatment for an associated cancer.
Rumination Syndrome: Alicia’s Story
Teen makes full recovery from rumination syndrome, thanks to CHOP’s guidance and her positive attitude.
Hemispherotomy Brain Surgery to Treat Epilepsy: Colton’s Story
Thanks to the support of his adoptive parents and the relentless commitment of his care team at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, 5-year-old Colton has come a long way since suffering traumatic brain injury as a newborn.
Gastroparesis: Catherine’s Story
After years of mysterious GI symptoms, Catherine now has a diagnosis, successful treatment and has started a burgeoning new career as a chef.
Hemispherotomy Surgery to Treat Seizures: Matthew’s Story
Matthew has been through a lot in his young life. Thankfully, between his adoptive parents and his medical team at CHOP, he’s got a great support team in his corner.
Surgical repair of bladder exstrophy: Layden’s story
An experienced multi-institutional surgical team provides an extra level of care for kids like Layden born with bladder exstrophy.
Severe Asthma: Onni’s Story
With her severe asthma under control — with help from CHOP’s PAPA Clinic — Onni is in school, out of the hospital and “a whole new kid.”