Patient Stories

Meet some of the special children we have had the privilege of providing care for.

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  • Patient Story

    A Mother's Love and a Son's Dream: Capturing Matias' Journey 

    Apr 24, 2025

    Matias is a 7-year-old boy who was diagnosed with Goldenhar syndrome and bilateral profound deafness. He dreamed of having two matching ears.

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    Mathias' ACL Injury

    Apr 24, 2025

    Mathias tore his ACL playing soccer and received the BEAR implant surgery. Read his story to learn how he is doing now.

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    The Magic of Therapy and Family Support

    Apr 22, 2025

    Occupational therapy turned 8-year-old Winter’s challenging recovery into a joyful journey of growing confidence and independence.

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    Perseverance With a Prosthesis: Jabin's Story

    Apr 18, 2025

    Jabin is a Shriners Children's Philadelphia patient who receives prosthetic care.

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    Gracie’s Climb

    Apr 16, 2025

    Gracie was diagnosed with spastic diplegia cerebral palsy when she was 19 months old.

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    Comprehensive Care Far From Home

    Apr 14, 2025

    Fourteen-year-old Alejandro is receiving world-class care for his leg and hip more than 2,660 miles from home.

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    Shriners Children's Erie Steps In: Changing the Course of Care for Wyatt

    Apr 11, 2025

    When insurance denied Wyatt, Shriners Children’s Erie delivered independence, confidence and hope.

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    Young Burn Survivor Thrives Following Treatment at Shriners Children’s Boston

    Apr 11, 2025

    Hannah burned both hands after crawling up to and touching a glass-fronted fireplace as a young child.

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    When Surgery is Not the Best Choice: The Value of Knowing Your Options

    Apr 10, 2025

    Merryn was diagnosed with a benign tumor in her sciatic nerve when she was 11.

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    A Family's Journey for Answers

    Apr 08, 2025

    Brooks is a Shriners Children's Philadelphia patient undergoing spinal care treatment and surgery.