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Treatment
Cloaca Repair
Shriners Children’s provides cloaca repair to treat complex cloacal malformations. It requires a collaborative effort by experienced pediatric general surgeons, pediatric urologists and other specialists. Complexity varies by case.
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Treatment
Mehta Casting
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Pediatric-Care/Mehta-CastingShriners Children's orthopedic surgeons specialize in the application of Mehta casts – an option to treat the curvature of the spine in children diagnosed with infantile scoliosis.
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Treatment
Scar Management
As burn wounds heal, Shriners Children’s will develop a scar management plan tailored to your child’s needs. Laser technology is very effective at reducing scars and improving their overall appearance.
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Video
Colbi's Story
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Videos/2024/11/Colbis-StoryColbi and his mother, Amanda, traveled to Shriners Children's Philadelphia from Vermont after Colbi was injured in an automobile accident. This is their story.
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Patient Story
Zavi’s Medical Journey with Shriners Children’s, from Toddler to Teenager
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/01/Zavi-StoryLearn how the pediatric orthotic and prosthetic services team helps him step up to the plate.
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Patient Story
Emmett Paves the Way for Other Patients
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/04/Emmett-Paves-the-Way-for-Other-PatientsEmmett'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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Patient Story
"Personalized and Empathetic" Craniofacial Care at Shriners Children's Boston
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/04/Amelias-StoryShriners Children's Boston was "the right fit" for Amelia's family when they sought craniofacial care.
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Patient Story
Lucas Can Do It All
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/03/Lucas-Can-Do-It-AllA 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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Patient Story
Right on Track: Shriners Children’s Boston Helps Davis Get Back Up and Running After Burn Injury
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/09/Davis-Burn-CareWith the help of personalized, patient-centered care, Davis made a surprising return to cross country competition while keeping his future goals on track.
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Treatment
Occupational Therapy
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Pediatric-Care/Occupational-TherapyOccupational therapists at Shriners Children's help kids be as independent as possible, focusing on what is important to them and what they love to do in their daily lives.