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Condition
VATER/VACTERL Syndrome
VATER/VACTERL syndrome is a congenital disorder with at least three irregularities occurring together. VACTERL stands for Vertebral, Anal, Cardiac, Tracheal, Esophageal, Renal (kidney) and Limb abnormalities.
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Condition
Hemiatrophy
Children born with hemiatrophy have unequal leg lengths due to the absence of one side of the leg. A limb lengthening procedure is the most common treatment for this type of limb difference.
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Patient Story
Peggy Accepts No Limits
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/07/Peggy-Accepts-No-LimitsPeggy’s family was told she would never walk, but thanks to orthopedic care at Shriners Children’s she is participating in a life she loves.
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Patient Story
From Grateful Patient to Proud Employee: Olivia’s Story
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/11/Olivias-Burn-Care-StoryAfter sustaining a burn injury as a young teen, Olivia was inspired to become a nurse at Shriners Children’s Boston.
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Patient Story
From Desperation to Determination
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/12/Natalies-Bilateral-Proximal-Femoral-Focal-Deficiency-StoryBorn prematurely at just 31 weeks, Natalie’s arrival was a whirlwind for her parents.
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Patient Story
What’s Next for Ty: A Journey Through Arthrogryposis and Early Treatment
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/04/Ty-Arthrogryposis-CareA mother’s question turned into a story of hope, healing and milestones at Shriners Children’s.
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Patient Story
Celebrating Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness Month: Remi’s Story
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/07/Remi-Cleft-Lip-and-Palate-CareA compassionate, team-based approach helped Remi's family thrive.
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Patient Story
In Bernadette's Words: A Life Transformed at Shriners Children's St. Louis
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/02/Bernadettes-Spine-Care-StoryBernadette shares how the care expertise at Shriners Children’s St. Louis made a life-changing impact.
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Patient Story
Marius’ Resilience Continues to Inspire Others
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/03/MariusMarius triumphs over adversity.
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Patient Story
Mia's Story
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/04/MiaFeeding difficulties lead to cleft palate diagnosis.
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