-
Patient Story
Born with Erb’s Palsy, Built for Greatness: Ashton’s Story
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/07/Ashton-Erbs-Palsy-CareAshton was born with Erb's palsy, but thanks to the care he receives from the team at Shriners Children's Northern California, he now competes as a competitive water polo goalie.
-
Treatment
Anoplasty
Shriners Children's pediatric surgeons perform this surgery to correct anorectal malformations that cause painful bowel movements. It involves the reconstruction of the anus to stretch or enlarge the opening where stool drains.
-
Treatment
Spinal Fusion Surgery
Spinal fusion surgery stabilizes and corrects the curvature of the spine; and for scoliosis and kyphosis, prevents further curvature of the spine. Stabilizing the spine can improve movement, reduce pain and restore lung function.
-
Patient Story
Karolina's Story: A Journey of Hope
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/03/A-journey-of-hopeKarolina received prosthetic legs at Shriners Children's after being injured during an artillery strike in Ukraine.
-
Patient Story
Penny's Story
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2021/09/Pennys-StoryPenny and her family enjoy world-class care in a comforting environment
-
Patient Story
Finding Freedom in Halo Traction
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/05/KennedyChicago girl seeks scoliosis and kyphosis care in St. Louis, undergoes halo traction and spine surgery.
-
Patient Story
Dennilson: Strength and Love of Sports
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/09/Dennilson-Patient-AmbassadorSince his birth, Dennilson has known how to overcome the circumstances that life has put along his way, which have resulted in success and learning.
-
Patient Story
The Central Courtyard of Shriners Children's Mexico: Camila
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/05/Camila-StoryAfter an unfavorable prognosis of three days of life at birth, Camila, now 12 years old, has a clear goal: to become a professional athlete in wheelchair racing.
-
Patient Story
Zoe is Unstoppable!
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/03/Zoes-StoryWith her Shriners Children's Greenville care team by her side, Zoe is not only chasing her dreams but achieving them.
-
Patient Story
Four Surgeries, Twelve Braces and Two Full Sticker Books – Michelle's Story
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/02/Michelles-Orthopedic-Surgery-StoryWhen she was 2 years old, Michelle was playing in the grass one sunny day when she broke her leg.
