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Condition
Radial Polydactyly
Radial polydactyly, also called “thumb duplication” or “split thumb”, occurs when a child is born with a second complete or partial thumb on the side of their hand. Extra fingers can be located anywhere on the hand.
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Hypertrophic Scars
Hypertrophic scars are raised and often related to burn injuries. They are thick, impairing mobility and function. We use the latest techniques to reduce size and improve appearance.
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Flame Burn
A flame burn is caused by contact with fire, such as a burning candle or home fire. Our staff at Shriners Children's treat all flame burns, from small injuries to large burns requiring hospitalization.
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Patient Story
Shriners Children's Erie Steps In: Changing the Course of Care for Wyatt
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/04/Wyatt-Duchenne-Muscular-Dystrophy-CareWhen insurance denied Wyatt, Shriners Children’s Erie delivered independence, confidence and hope.
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Patient Story
Leigh Thanks Shriners Children's for Helping Her Achieve Her Dreams
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/03/LeighLeigh is grateful for the lifelong care she has received, as well as the support the entire Shriners Children's community continues to offer to her.
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Patient Story
Care Without Borders for Marcelo’s Feet
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/10/Marcelos-StoryMultiple Shriners Children’s locations collaborate to bring care to a child in Mexico.
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Patient Story
Shriners Children's Boston Patient Scarlett Benefits from Specialized Burn Care
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/01/ScarlettScarlett bounces back after a burn injury.
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Patient Story
Shriners Children's Boston Patient Family Embraces Volunteerism
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/07/Sarah-and-BeauBeau's family wanted to do more to support other parents just learning that their child would be born with a cleft lip or palate.
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Patient Story
Three-Year-Old Zoey is Thriving After Care at Shriners Children’s Boston
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/06/Zoey-Boston-Burn-CareZoey is an active child after sustaining scald burns, and her parents are giving hope to families going through a similar situation.
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Patient Story
Shriners Children’s Boston Becomes Family for Burn Survivor
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/10/Family-for-Burn-SurvivorNevaeh has been receiving burn care at Shriners Children's Boston for scalds she sustained as a young child.
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