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

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    Raquel’s Smile: A Story of Perseverance and Compassionate Care

    Jul 26, 2024

    Originally from Guatemala, Raquel has been a patient at Shriners Children’s Ohio for more than four years, undergoing countless surgeries and procedures to correct a facial cleft that affected her lips and palate.

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    Brave Beyond Burns: Gael's Journey at Shriners Children's

    Jul 23, 2024

    Gael was just 2 when a kitchen accident changed his life forever. While playing with his younger cousin in their home in Tijuana, Mexico, a stove toppled over, causing severe burns covering his abdomen to his thighs.

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    Ohio Teen Warns of Dangers From Flammable Liquids

    Jun 05, 2024

    Kennedy sustained burns on her arm, hand, stomach and thighs after a lit candle ignited the fumes from her nail polish remover.

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    James’ Journey of Recovery with Shriners Children’s Ohio

    May 15, 2024

    James is the first to extend a handshake when meeting someone new, and eager to embrace someone he loves. When asked what makes him grateful, he replies with an enthusiastic shout, “Everything!”

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    Ohio Teen Reflects on Burn Recovery

    Jan 25, 2024

    Bryson said it is 'surreal' how far he has come since his injuries sustained in a gas can explosion.

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    'Governor Gav' Shares His Shriners Children's Journey Across Midwest

    Sep 20, 2023

    When he was just 6 months old, Gavin became critically ill with meningococcal meningitis, a bacterial infection that in severe cases, causes a rash and lesions that can lead to amputations.

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    Shriner Shares Unique Journey From Patient's Dad to Fraternity Noble

    Mar 31, 2023

    Adam's journey to become a Shriner began almost a decade ago after a tragic accident at their home left his son severely burned.

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    Former Burn Patient Feels Scars Are Part Of What Make Her Beautiful

    Mar 07, 2023

    Former Shriners Children’s patient Allison considers her burn scars the work of the divine.

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    Mom Learns No Burn is Too Small for Shriners Children’s After Daughter’s Scald Injury

    Jan 26, 2023

    When Josephine accidentally spilled hot coffee on herself, her mom didn’t think the burn was serious enough to be treated at Shriners Children’s.

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    Mom Shares Advice for Families Expecting a Child With a Cleft Lip or Palate

    Jul 21, 2022

    Facial clefts are one of the most common birth differences in the U.S. It can be a challenge for families to find education, resources, support and specialized treatment. Shriners Children's is here for you.