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Richard Receives the BEAR Implant Surgery

Jul 10, 2023 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/07/Richard-Receives-BEAR-Implant-Surgery

After tearing his ACL, Richard sought care at Shriners Children's Philadelphia, where he received the BEAR Implant surgery.

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Mohammed’s Spina Bifida Care Team Inspires Independence

Mar 24, 2023 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/03/Mohammeds-Story

Mohammed has been followed by an outstanding team of spina bifida specialists at Shriners Children’s since he was 5.

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Perry Cate Defies the Odds with Help from Shriners Children’s Lexington

Mar 28, 2022 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/03/Perry-Cate

Almost no one expected Perry Cate to survive after she was born with multiple physical differences. Today, she is a vibrant college student studying forensic science and has a passion for creative arts.

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Shane: Back on the Court with a New Mission

Sep 12, 2022 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/09/Shane-Back-on-the-Court

After receiving injury care from Shriners Children's, Shane is back to playing the game he loves with a new found mission to help kids with orthopedic needs.

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Celeste's Story

Feb 28, 2022 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/02/Celestes-Story

Celeste was a Shriners Children's Boston patient for over two decades.

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Former Patient Inspired to Become a Nurse After Years of Burn Care and Innovative Laser Treatments

Oct 10, 2022 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/10/Olivias-Story

8-year-old Olivia received third-degree scald burns when a pot a boiling water accidentally spilled down her back. Thirteen years later she and her family are grateful for the transformative burn care and advanced reconstructive care Olivia received at Shriners Children's Boston.

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A Touch Goes a Long Way: Gloria Shares Her Story in Hopes of Inspiring Others

Aug 29, 2023 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/08/Gloria-Shares-Her-Story

Gloria's mother credits the staff at Shriners Children's for helping them through the toughest parts of Gloria’s recovery.

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A Full Circle Moment: Keegan Gives Back

May 06, 2024 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/05/Keegan-Gives-Back

When Keegan turned 21 and graduated from pediatric care at Shriners Children’s, she stayed in touch with Brock McConkey, CPO, who has been her prosthetist since she was 18 months old. One day, he called her with the opportunity of a lifetime.

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Bridget’s Story: An Athlete’s Triumphant Return to the Stage

May 22, 2024 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/05/An-Athletes-Triumphant-Return-To-the-Stage

After sustaining a knee injury while dancing, Bridget and her family turned to Shriners Children's New England for specialty sports health and medicine care. Post-surgery, she has felt stronger than ever and continues to shine on stage.

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Sadie Has Confidence, Her Own Sense of Style, and a Desire to Help Others

Jun 05, 2024 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/06/Sadie-Arthrogryposis

Sadie has always appreciated the fact that her doctors included her in the decisions concerning her treatment. It is a unique aspect that Sadie believes is what makes Shriners Children’s so special.