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Patient Story
A Full-Circle Moment for Catherine Tallant, Psy.D.
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/07/Shriners-Childrens-Texas-Full-Circle-MomentAs a child, Dr. Tallant was diagnosed with Legg-Calve-Perthes and was treated at Shriners Children's. She is now a psychologist at Shriners Children's Texas.
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Patient Story
Clara Shines During Scoliosis Treatments
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2021/07/Clara-Shines-During-Scoliosis-TreatmentsRead about Clara's experience with Mehta casting for her scoliosis at Shriners Children's
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Patient Story
Go Theo Go!
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/01/Go-Theo-GoFollowing surgery and bracing for dislocation of her left hip (developmental hip dysplasia), Theodora (Theo) has one speed - GO!
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Patient Story
Shriners Children’s Spokane Patient-Turned-Athlete Thriving After Overcoming Rare Leg Injury
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/03/Yakobo-MACA motion analysis center study shows patient Yakobo’s incredible transformation.
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Patient Story
Perry Cate Defies the Odds with Help from Shriners Children’s Lexington
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/03/Perry-CateAlmost 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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Patient Story
A Touch Goes a Long Way: Gloria Shares Her Story in Hopes of Inspiring Others
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/08/Gloria-Shares-Her-StoryGloria's mother credits the staff at Shriners Children's for helping them through the toughest parts of Gloria’s recovery.
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Patient Story
Sadie Has Confidence, Her Own Sense of Style, and a Desire to Help Others
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/06/Sadie-ArthrogryposisSadie 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.
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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.
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Treatment
Vertical Expandable Prosthetic Titanium Rib (VEPTR or Titanium Rib)
A curved metal rod that is surgically implanted to help straighten the spine and separate ribs so the lungs can grow and expand as the child grows. This device can be used to treat severe chest wall deformities and scoliosis.
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Treatment
Vaginoplasty
Shriners Children’s surgeons perform this surgical procedure for repair, reconstruction and construction of the vagina.
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