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

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    From Patient to Physician: How Shriners Children's Inspired Saif's Journey

    Mar 17, 2025

    Saif was born in 1999 in Jordan with proximal femoral focal deficiency, a rare congenital condition that results in a significant leg length discrepancy and a displaced hip.

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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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    Ali Is Breaking Down Barriers

    Jun 14, 2024

    Ali, a patient at Shriners Children's Southern California, proves that no obstacle will stop her from achieving her goals.

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    From Diagnosis to Canvas: Isabella’s Artful Journey with Scoliosis

    Mar 04, 2024

    Isabella, a patient with scoliosis at Shriners Children's Southern California, turns her story into art.

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    Is it Surgeon or Is it Mom? Why Not Both: Surgeon Mom?

    Nov 21, 2023

    Being a mother and a doctor becomes hard to separate.

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    In Their Own Words: Shriners Children’s Patients Share Their Experiences

    Aug 08, 2023

    Three patients have penned heartfelt reflections on their medical journeys and what Shriners Children’s means to them.

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    Meet Our New International Patient Ambassador, Gianna

    Jul 03, 2023

    Gianna, 15, had her first visit at Shriners Children’s when she was 3 months old, and at 9 months, she received her first prosthesis.

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    Weston's Journey Around the Bases

    May 22, 2023

    Accepting defeat was never an option for Weston and his family.

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    Manuel's Mother Helps Him Achieve His Dream

    Mar 10, 2023

    Manuel enjoys playing sports thanks to Shriners Children's Southern California.

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    Isaac’s Confidence Shines

    Feb 08, 2023

    Isaac’s confidence soars with the help of Shriners Children's Southern California.