Patient Story

Henry Hits the Road

Jul 24, 2025 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/07/Henry-Achondroplasia-Care

Henry is starting his driving journey and taking a big step toward independence with determination and support from his care team and family.

Patient Story

Bentley’s First Steps Made Possible Through Teamwork After Hurricane Helene

Mar 12, 2025 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/03/Bentley-Prosthetic-Care

Bentley received his first prosthesis before his birthday thanks to the teamwork between Shriners Children’s locations.

Patient Story

Starlit Shines in Rehabilitation

https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2021/04/Starlit-Shines-in-Rehabilitation

Learn how intensive rehabilitation at Shriners Children's helped Starlit, a child with cerebral palsy, thrive

Patient Story

Hadley Won't Let Brittle Bones Stop Her

Jun 20, 2021 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2021/04/Hadley-Wont-Let-Brittle-Bones-Stop-Her

Osteogenesis imperfecta won't stop Hadley from living her best life

Patient Story

Meet Our New International Patient Ambassador, Carlota

Jun 26, 2025 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/07/International-Patient-Ambassador-Carlota

Ranked among Mexico’s top 15 swimmers and now serving as the first International Patient Ambassador from Shriners Children’s Mexico, Carlota, 18, has transformed challenges into triumphs.

Patient Story

Meet Our New International Patient Ambassador, Juan Diego

Jul 03, 2023 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/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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From Orthotics to Athletics: How Shriners Children’s Helps Zane Chase His Dreams

Nov 04, 2025 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/11/Zane-Limb-Difference-Care

Born with a limb difference affecting both legs and one arm, Zane is breaking barriers (and orthotics) as he plays every sport he loves.

Patient Story

The Healing Power of Music

Sep 05, 2024 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/09/The-Healing-Power-of-Music

Through her love of music and art, Teresa has found strength, confidence and a way to inspire others.

Patient Story

Koen’s Unexpected Beginning

Apr 07, 2025 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/04/Koen-Cleft-Palate-Care

It was a complete surprise when Koen was born with a cleft palate.

Patient Story

From Former Patient to Fez-tastic

May 26, 2025 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/05/Brock-Legg-Calve-Perthes-Disease-Care

Brock is giving back to the organization that gave him mobility.