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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
Blending Amish Tradition With Modern Prosthetic Devices
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/10/Elizabeth-Prosthetic-StoryElizabeth's story is one of resilience, determination and creativity deeply rooted in the close-knit Amish community of Conewango Valley, New York.
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Condition
Osteogenesis Imperfecta or Brittle Bone Disease
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Osteogenesis-ImperfectaCommonly referred to as brittle bone disease, osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a rare, permanent genetic disorder that prevents the building of strong bones.
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Amputations
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/AmputationsAmputation due to trauma or as part of a treatment program can be a trying time for children and families, both physically and emotionally. At Shriners Children’s, our goal is to improve the function, mobility and independence of each child.
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Apert Syndrome
Apert Syndrome, also known as acrocephalosyndactyly, is a genetic disorder that presents with deformities of the skull, face and limbs. Symptoms include a high forehead, underdeveloped upper jaw and wide-set eyes. Children can also have problems with their vision and teeth. Craniofacial specialists ...
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Genu Varum
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Genu-Varum"Bowlegs." It's the common name used in place of a medical term — genu varum — for a condition almost all babies are born with. But if your child doesn't outgrown his or her bowlegs, Shriners Children's is there to help.
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Proximal Femoral Focal Deficiency
Proximal femoral focal deficiency is a malformation in the hip joint and upper part of the femur (thigh bone). This malformation results in a difference in leg length and may cause gait abnormalities.
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News
Forty-three Years of Caring for Children in Cyprus
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2024/03/Cyprus-OutreachShriners Children's has collaborated with the George and Thelma Paraskevaides Foundation to send physicians and clinical professionals to Cyprus.
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News
Patients Turned Interns
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2020/12/Patients-turned-internsTwo impressive interns joined the rehabilitation team at Shriners Hospitals for Children — Salt Lake City last summer. The two students shared a special connection to the hospital as former patients.
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News
A Record-Shattering Event
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2020/10/A-record-shattering-eventRealization set in quickly: A record had not just been topped but obliterated during the 2020 Heroes 4 Kids telethon benefitting Shriners Hospitals for Children — St. Louis
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