Patient Story

Frankie's story

Aug 06, 2020 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2020/08/Frankies-story

A boy from Nigeria travels to the Cincinnati Shriners Hospital for cleft palate surgery, and finds benefit in getting stranded in the U.S. during COVID-19. The delay allows him time to also receive speech therapy.

Patient Story

Ella's story

Aug 11, 2020 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/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.

Patient Story

Meet Brian

Sep 24, 2020 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/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.

Patient Story

The Fulkerson Method: Procedure Addresses Teen's Chronic Knee Pain

Sep 02, 2020 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2020/09/The-Fulkerson-method-Procedure-addresses-teens-chronic-knee-pain

Shortly after her first visit to the Greenville Shriners Hospital, a diagnosis was clear – patellofemoral instability. Alexis’ inner growth plate in her knee was outgrowing her outer knee growth plate, causing her knee to pop out of place on occasion.

Video

Milka Shriners Children's Texas - Physical Therapy Video July 2024

Jul 23, 2024 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Videos/2024/07/Milka-Shriners-Childrens-Texas-Physical-Therapy

Milka boxes and plays volleyball and basketball during physical therapy.

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Zavi’s Medical Journey with Shriners Children’s, from Toddler to Teenager

Jan 17, 2023 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/01/Zavi-Story

Learn how the pediatric orthotic and prosthetic services team helps him step up to the plate.

Patient Story

Emmett Paves the Way for Other Patients

Apr 11, 2022 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/04/Emmett-Paves-the-Way-for-Other-Patients

Emmett's leg lengthening treatment plan included placing a nail on the outside of his femur, instead of the inside. It's a technique offered at only a handful of hospitals. Emmett's case was a first for Shriners Children's St. Louis.

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"Personalized and Empathetic" Craniofacial Care at Shriners Children's Boston

Apr 05, 2024 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/04/Amelias-Story

Shriners Children's Boston was "the right fit" for Amelia's family when they sought craniofacial care.

Patient Story

Lucas Can Do It All

Mar 11, 2024 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/03/Lucas-Can-Do-It-All

A Chicago area teen does not let cerebral palsy slow down his participation in sports and life, thanks to the care of Lucas’s team of specialists at Shriners Children’s.

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Right on Track: Shriners Children’s Boston Helps Davis Get Back Up and Running After Burn Injury

Sep 15, 2024 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/09/Davis-Burn-Care

With the help of personalized, patient-centered care, Davis made a surprising return to cross country competition while keeping his future goals on track.