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Mohammed’s Spina Bifida Care Team Inspires Independence

Mar 24, 2023 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/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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Emery’s Orthopedics Team Focuses on Giving Her a Future of Function

May 18, 2022 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/05/Emery

Emery's hand and upper extremities orthopedic team is providing the care she needs to live her life to the fullest.

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

Oct 10, 2022 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/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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Patient’s Return to Shriners Children’s New England a Grateful Homecoming

Mar 21, 2024 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/03/Krissys-Story

When Krissy reflects on her care at Shriners Children’s, she doesn’t sound like someone who spent the majority of her childhood in a hospital.

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A Full Circle Moment: Keegan Gives Back

May 06, 2024 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/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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Brody’s Parents Encourage Caregivers to Rely on the Support System at Shriners Children’s Boston

Jul 23, 2024 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/07/Support-System-at-Shriners-Childrens-Boston

Brody is a craniofacial patient at Shriners Children's Boston, and his parents recommend finding connections with families who have been through similar situations.

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Noelle Malkamaki Heads to Paralympics as Favorite for Gold Medal

Aug 12, 2024 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Paralympic-Stories/2024/Noelle-Paralympics

Former Shriners Children’s St. Louis patient Noelle Malkamaki broke her own world record in shot put at the United States Paralympic Trials, and the world champion is now a heavy favorite for gold at the Paris Games.

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Defining Amazing: Eli's Unstoppable Journey

Oct 18, 2024 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/10/Elis-Limb-Deficiency-Journey

With the care and support of Shriners Children's Greenville, Eli is redefining what it means to be amazing.

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Meet Our New International Patient Ambassador, Juan Diego

Jul 03, 2023 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/07/International-Patient-Ambassador--Juan-Diego

Juan Diego, 18, was burned in an electrical accident when he was 13, leaving his hands seriously disfigured.

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With Bracing and Physical Therapy, Katie's Scoliosis Improves

Mar 08, 2023 https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/03/Katies-Story

Katie's spine curvature has reduced to a healthy level thanks to bracing and physical therapy.