Patient Story

Jennifer, Framing Personal and Professional Success

Apr 07, 2023 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/04/Framing--personal-and-professional-success

After several treatments for arthrogryposis, Jennifer always knew that she would achieve her dreams.

Patient Story

Harli's Determination to Continue Racing Has Led Her to the Winner's Circle of Life

Jul 18, 2022 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/07/Harli-Racing

Even in the face of her challenging recovery, Harli never gave up hope, or lost her determination.

Patient Story

From Shriners Children's to Adulthood

May 26, 2023 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/05/Shriners-Childrens-to-Adulthood

Each year, patients graduate from high school, college or our care. Read the stories of two Shriners Children’s Philadelphia patients who are celebrating graduations this year.

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Sisters Receive Life-Changing Burn Care Following Boat Fire

Mar 28, 2022 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/03/Lacy-and-Amy

Two sisters are now in a position to give back to Shriners Children’s Ohio, the hospital that saved their lives.

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Former Patient Lives Un-Limb-ited Life

Mar 22, 2022 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/03/Lucas-Unlimbited

Although he was born without a right forearm, as a patient of Shriners Children's Erie, Lucas learned the skills and developed the resolve to lead a full and active life.

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Stronger Every Step: Cameron’s Story of Perseverance

Sep 17, 2025 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/09/Cameron-Legg-Calve-Perthes-Disease-Care

Diagnosed with Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease as a child, Cameron managed his condition with orthoses, stayed active in the sports he loved and fondly remembers his time at Shriners Children’s Erie.

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Former Patient Finds Strength and Purpose Through Running

Sep 17, 2025 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/09/Max-Spinal-Care

Nearly 20 years ago, Max underwent spinal cord surgery at Shriners Children’s Lexington. Today, he’s a marathon runner giving back to the place that helped launch him toward his future.

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From Spinal Fusion to Aerial Performing Extraordinaire

Sep 22, 2025 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/09/Ollie-Scoliosis-Care

Diagnosed with scoliosis at 14, Ollie had spinal fusion at Shriners Children’s Portland and now thrives as an aerialist and performer.

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Elena Stands On Her Own Two Feet Because of Shriners Children's

Feb 23, 2022 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/02/Elena

Elena has never let her prosthetic legs limit her abilities.

Patient Story

Perry Cate Defies the Odds with Help from Shriners Children’s Lexington

Mar 28, 2022 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/03/Perry-Cate

Almost 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.