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Condition
Facial Deformity
A facial deformity occurs when the face or bones in the head develop differently, as with cleft lip and palate, or can happen with trauma, such as the loss of an ear from a burn. Shriners Children's can treat with reconstructive surgery.
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Pediatric Care
Burn Awareness
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Patient-Information/Patient-Services-and-Resources/Burn-AwarenessShriners Hospitals for Children has been a leader in burn care, research and education since the 1960s.
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Trampoline and Bounce House Safety
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Patient-Information/Patient-Services-and-Resources/Summer-Safety/Trampoline-and-Bounce-House-SafetyTrampolines and bounce houses, while enticing sources of fun and physical activity, present a significant risk of injury, particularly for children.
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Nursing Professional Development
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Providers-and-Research/Nursing-Excellence/Nursing-Committees-and-Professional-DevelopmentLifelong learning and professional development in the nursing profession helps keep nurses up-to-date on the latest techniques, technology and patient care.
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Patient Story
Anaheli's Story
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/05/AnaheliToddler undergoes two skin grafting surgeries following scald injury.
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Patient Story
Jacob Discovers the Key to Embracing His Full Potential at Shriners Children’s
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/04/JacobJacob’s time at Shriners Children’s shaped him into an individual capable of overcoming any challenge.
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Patient Story
Accessibility for All
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/06/Accessibility-for-AllMaggie, a Shriners Children's Portland patient ambassador, successfully advocated for the installation of an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility button on the front doors of her high school to help aid people with physical disabilities.
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Patient Story
Honorary Captain Has Eyes Set on Future
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/06/Eyes-Set-on-FutureMalorie, a Shriners Children's St. Louis patient, heads to Pittsburg State University several months early for role as 'honorary captain' of the Kansas Shrine Bowl.
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Patient Story
Florida Boy Brings a Ray of Sunshine to Shriners Children’s Texas
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/02/Nathan-Brings-SunshineFun-loving and always talkative, Nate brings a ray of sunshine to the halls of Shriners Children’s Texas, no matter the weather outside.
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Condition
Macrostomia
Macrostomia is a rare condition where a child has a cleft in the cheek next to the mouth. It can affect one or both sides, but more often the right. Surgeons can repair it.