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Patient Story
Shriners Children’s Cleft Lip and Palate Care Inspires Confidence
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/02/Peytons-StoryWhen Peyton was born with a cleft lip and cleft palate, his parents were unaware of his condition and shocked to learn about it.
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Patient Story
Mohammed’s Spina Bifida Care Team Inspires Independence
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/03/Mohammeds-StoryMohammed has been followed by an outstanding team of spina bifida specialists at Shriners Children’s since he was 5.
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Patient Story
One in a Million: Andrew's Story
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/08/One-in-a-MillionSuccessful treatment for a rare diagnosis enables Andrew to take center stage.
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Patient Story
Xavier: Holding His Head High Despite the Obstacles
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/09/Xavier-Sports-Medicine-CareXavier went from injury to recovery and now stands tall with strength and determination.
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Patient Story
Former Patient Inspired to Become a Nurse After Years of Burn Care and Innovative Laser Treatments
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/10/Olivias-Story8-year-old Olivia received third-degree scald burns when a pot a boiling water accidentally spilled down her back. Thirteen years later she and her family are grateful for the transformative burn care and advanced reconstructive care Olivia received at Shriners Children's Boston.
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Patient Story
Lemonade, Legacy and Love: Nainoa’s Story
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/10/Nainoas-Lemonade-StandDetermined to raise $1,000 in honor of his grandmother's memory, Nainoa started a Lemonade Stand fundraiser as part of the Donor Brick Program.
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Patient Story
Victor Fights to Make a Comeback After Learning a Valuable Lesson
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/06/Victor-Burn-CareVictor, a 12-year-old aspiring athlete from Houston, is known for his competitive spirit and love for sports.
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Patient Story
Meet Snyders: Spreading Joy at Shriners Children’s Boston
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/06/Snyders-StorySnyders, an active and outgoing 5-year-old, suffered third-degree burns over 70% of his body as a result of a catastrophic kitchen explosion in his home country of Ecuador.
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Patient Story
Mother Raises Awareness After Son's Burn Care at Shriners Children’s Boston
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/04/Walkers-StoryWalker’s burn care at Shriners Children’s Boston comes with an important message for families.
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Upper Airway Imaging
The upper airway includes the nose, nasal cavity, mouth, throat (pharynx) and voice box (larynx). Upper airway imaging looks for narrowing in these areas, which can be common for children with craniofacial and neuromuscular conditions.
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