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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
Competitive Cheerleader with Cerebral Palsy Thanks Shriners Children’s for Her Success
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/04/Competitive-Cheerleader-with-Cerebral-Palsy-Thanks-Shriners-Childrens-for-Her-SuccessPayton was born with cerebral palsy but refuses to let her condition hold her back from the things she loves.
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Patient Story
Meet Dianelys: From Puerto Rico to Boston for Critical Burn Care and Rehabilitation
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/04/Meet-DianelysAfter being burned over 80% of her body in a catastrophic house fire, Dianelys received lifesaving care at Shriners Children's Boston. She is back to being a kid at home in Puerto Rico.
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Patient Story
Shriners Children’s Athlete Sets Sights for 2028 Paralympics
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/11/Rhett-cerebral-palsy-careBorn with cerebral palsy, Rhett has physical challenges that affect his right arm, right leg, fingers and toes – but he refuses to let them define him.
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Patient Story
From Struggle to Strength: Kalani’s Story of Healing
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/07/Kalani-Bilateral-Hip-Dysplasia-CareAfter a diagnosis of bilateral hip dysplasia, the staff at Shriners Children’s helped Kalani return to the life he loves.
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Patient Story
Shriners Children’s Patient Emmy Becomes a Professional NBA Dancer
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/06/Emmys-StoryThanks to five years of excellent care at Shriners Children’s Northern California, Emmy is the youngest member of the Sacramento Kings Dance Team.
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Patient Story
Once a Pediatric Patient, Now a Disability Rights Advocate
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/08/Breanna-Cerebral-Palsy-CareBreanna’s time at Shriners Children’s Texas gave her the independence and purpose to help others with disabilities.
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Podcast
Helmet Therapy for Babies
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2024/01/Helmet-Therapy-for-BabiesMarisa Foss, MSN, APN, CPNP, and India Jacobson, CPO, discuss head shape concerns in newborn babies, the evaluation of, and treatments available.
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Condition
Nail-Patella Syndrome
Nail-patella syndrome is a rare condition causing irregular growth of the nails, knees, elbows, and pelvis. Symptoms vary in severity, even among members of the same family, and treatment includes bracing or surgery.
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Condition
Tarsal Coalition
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Tarsal-CoalitionAt Shriners Children's, world-class orthopedic care helps patients with tarsal coalition walk, run and play freely.
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