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Patient Story
Rare Disease Day 2023: Keira and Hannea's Journeys at Shriners Children's
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/02/Rare-Disease-DayRead the stories of Keira and Hannea, who both found their homes away from home at Shriners Children's Philadelphia while receiving care for their rare medical conditions.
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Podcast
Cerebral Palsy and Spasticity Management
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2020/12/Cerebral-Palsy-and-Spasticity-ManagementGabriela Martinez, M.D., speaks about rehabilitation services for cerebral palsy and spasticity management.
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Podcast
Weve Got Your Back
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2019/04/Weve-Got-Your-BackPodcast with Dr. Michelle Welborn about the most common spinal deformities and scoliosis, the treatment options available, and the importance of early detection.
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Patient Story
Mahir's ACL Injury
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/02/Mahirs-ACL-InjuryMahir panicked when he tore his ACL. At Shriners Children's Philadelphia, he received the BEAR Implant surgery, and after a few months of physical therapy, he is making great progress.
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Patient Story
Getting Stronger Every Day: Charlotte's Story of Courage and Perseverance
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/09/Charlotte-Scoliosis-CareCharlotte, a patient at Shriners Children’s Philadelphia, is treated for scoliosis and had spinal fusion surgery.
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Podcast
From Severe Scoliosis Curve Back to the Sport He Loves: Grady's Story
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2025/03/Grady-Scoliosis-StoryLearn about an athlete's recovery from spinal fusion surgery.
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Patient Story
Patient Springs Back After Spine Surgery
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2020/07/Patient-springs-back-after-spine-surgeryAs an active gymnast, Madeline underwent a routine physical at practice one day and the examiner discovered a noticeable curve in her spine and an unevenness in her shoulders and hips. After learning of the curve, her family went to the Portland Shriners Hospital for scoliosis treatment.
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Patient Story
Patient Ambassador Featured on 2020 Holiday Card
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2020/12/Patient-Ambassador-featured-on-2020-holiday-cardPatient ambassador, Katie, is the featured artist on our 2020 holiday card. Katie was born with spina bifida and has been a patient at Shriners Healthcare for Children — Florida since she was 3 years old.
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Patient Story
Allie Found Her Life’s Mission at Shriners Children’s Shreveport
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/06/Allie-Life-MissionFollowing spinal fusion surgery at Shriners Children's Shreveport, Allie found herself inspired to pursue a medical career to positively impact the lives of children.
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Patient Story
Michael Breathes Easier After Care at Shriners Children's Lexington
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/11/Michael-Breathes-EasierHalo traction and spinal fusion surgery helped stabilize Michael's spine.
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