Patient Story

Breaking Barriers: Aidan’s Journey from Clubfoot to Half Marathons

Jun 24, 2025 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/06/Aidan-Clubfoot-Care

Born with bilateral clubfoot, Aidan is a thriving college student and active young man thanks to the team at Shriners Children's Northern California.

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Grateful Patient Family Praises 'Amazing' Burn Care at Shriners Children’s Boston

Mar 03, 2025 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/03/Kaiden-Scald-Burn-Care

A fun day at summer camp for 7-year-old Kaiden ended with a trip to the emergency room when he was accidentally scalded by hot water.

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Amelia’s Journey: How Pediatric Expertise Solved a Four-Year Medical Mystery

Sep 09, 2025 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/09/Amelia-Hip-Dysplasia-Care

After years of unexplained pain, missed diagnoses, and endless frustration, 15-year-old Amelia finally found answers and hope at Shriners Children’s Northern California.

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Shriners Children's Helps Family Heal Years After Initial Diagnosis

Nov 28, 2022 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/11/Hayes

The cleft palate team at Shriners Children’s Texas was able to work together with Hayes and his family to find a solution and healing.

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Meet Jackson

Dec 06, 2023 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Videos/2023/12/Meet-Jackson

Jackson has scoliosis, but after two surgeries, he is able to run cross country.

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Isaac Knows the Importance of Physical Therapy

May 26, 2022 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Videos/2024/02/Isaac-Knows-the-Importance-of-Physical-Therapy

Isaac, 11, put his work ethic to the test while recovering from major leg surgery. Physical therapy played a major role in his healing.

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Hadley Drums

Mar 19, 2021 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Videos/2021/03/Hadley-Drums

When Hadley discovered the drums, it was love at first beat.

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What’s Next for Ty: A Journey Through Arthrogryposis and Early Treatment

Apr 01, 2025 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/04/Ty-Arthrogryposis-Care

A mother’s question turned into a story of hope, healing and milestones at Shriners Children’s.

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Going the Distance

Jan 24, 2023 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/01/Jokubas

Lithuanian boy brought to Shriners Children's St. Louis for orthopedic care, family connects through telehealth.

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Perfectly Made: Micah's Journey on His Own Terms

Dec 01, 2025 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/11/micah-prosthetics-care

After losing both legs as a baby, Micah found specialized prosthetic care and strong support at Shriners Children’s. Now 8, he’s active, confident and thriving.