Patient Story

Former Patient Runs to Support Shriners Children’s Boston

Mar 24, 2022 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/03/Meet-Matthew

A Shriners Children's Boston patient for more than 15 years, Matthew is committed to giving back to the hospital where he spent so much time as a child.

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Allie Found Her Life’s Mission at Shriners Children’s Shreveport

Jun 19, 2024 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/06/Allie-Life-Mission

Following spinal fusion surgery at Shriners Children's Shreveport, Allie found herself inspired to pursue a medical career to positively impact the lives of children.

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From Knee Injury to Softball Scholarship

Jan 07, 2021 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2021/01/From-knee-injury-to-softball-scholarship

Jessica turned to the sports medicine care and return to sports testing at Shriners Hospitals to get back on the softball field after an ACL injury.

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Ella's story

Aug 11, 2020 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2020/08/Ellas-story

When she was 5, Ella suffered a burn injury. She spent about four weeks at the Boston Shriners Hospital, returning every six months for follow-up surgeries and now receives treatment once a year.

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Meet Brian

Sep 24, 2020 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2020/09/Meet-Brian

In the early hours of May 17, 2017, a fire broke out at a Michigan motel, the result of an explosion. Brian, his mother and brother suffered injuries and were airlifted to a local hospital. Brian’s wounds were significant, with burns covering 85% of his body.

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Thoracic Lumbar Sacral Orthosis (TLSO) Bracing Tips and Care

Jun 23, 2022 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2022/06/TLSO-Bracing-Tips-and-Care

Specialists share what parents and patients need to know about TLSO bracing.

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Full Circle of Care: Nurse Shares Her Experience From Patient to Longtime Employee

Aug 17, 2022 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2022/08/Lianne-Shares-Experience

Little did Lianne Albright know that her fifth grade scoliosis screening would open the door to a decades-long relationship with Shriners Children’s New England, first as a patient and then as a dedicated employee.

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Shriners Children's Boston Clinicians Present at the American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association Conference

Jul 29, 2024 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2024/07/ACPA-Conference

At the 2024 American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association (ACPA) conference, ietitian Jenny Shiel, MS, RD, LDN, and nurse care manager Sandy Barrett, BSN, RN, CCM, presented strategies they utilize to meet the needs of special patient populations.

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Be a Role Model with These Self Care Tips During Virtual or At-home Learning

Aug 21, 2020 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2020/08/Be-a-role-model-with-these-self-care-tips-during-virtual-or-at-home-learning

The back-to-school experience will be different this year and unlike previous school years. It can be a stressful time for parents as well. The list below provides actions and considerations regarding your and your child’s well-being as you transition to virtual or at-home learning.

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Shriners Children’s Care Inspires Milka to Pursue Sports and a Future Career in Medicine

Jul 23, 2024 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/07/Texas-Care-Inspires-Milka-to-Pursue-Sports-and-Medicine

Born with fibular hemimelia, a rare congenital orthopedic condition that ultimately caused the loss of her left leg, Milka's life has been a testament to resilience and determination.