Patient Stories

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

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  • Patient Story

    A Genetic Discovery of Hope

    Mar 13, 2025

    Jeffrey is a Shriners Children's Philadelphia patient who shares the same rare genetic condition, SCA29, with his mother, Theresa.

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    A Story of College Independence

    Mar 12, 2025

    Breianna is a Shriners Children's Philadelphia patient who lives independently on her college's campus.

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    Jackson's Limb Difference

    Mar 07, 2025

    Jackson recently received his first prosthetic arm from Shriners Children's Philadelphia, which will allow him to enhance his daily functions.

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    A Story of Hope: Meet Emiliano

    Mar 05, 2025

    Meet Emiliano, a teen with Gorham-Stout disease who traveled from Guatemala to Philadelphia for care.

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    Differences: The Catalysts to Resilience

    Feb 12, 2025

    When Kaniyah’s mom, Keisha, was five months pregnant, she was told Kaniyah would be missing both arms due to a rare condition.

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    A Generational Story of Community

    Jan 30, 2025

    Ethan came to Shriners Children's Philadelphia from Alabama for scoliosis surgery.

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    Laykin Strong

    Nov 21, 2024

    Laykin began coming to Shriners Children's Philadelphia this past spring for outpatient therapy. Read her story and learn more about the specialized care she receives.

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    Desperate Call for Help Leads to Successful Outcome at Shriners Children’s New England

    Aug 22, 2024

    Thalia and her family are grateful for life-changing scoliosis care at Shriners Children's.

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    Former Shriners Children’s Patient Eyes 2028 LA Paralympics

    Aug 19, 2024

    Former Shriners Children's Florida and Philadelphia patient Danielle Kanas has dealt with setbacks throughout her life that will only make her stronger on her journey to her goal of the Paralympic Games in 2028.

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    Former Shriners Children’s Patient Eyes History at 2024 Paralympics

    Jul 30, 2024

    Tatyana has 20 Paralympic Medals and 24 World Major Marathon wins ... and counting.