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Patient Story
Former Patient Lives Un-Limb-ited Life
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/03/Lucas-UnlimbitedAlthough he was born without a right forearm, as a patient of Shriners Children's Erie, Lucas learned the skills and developed the resolve to lead a full and active life.
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Patient Story
Steps Toward a Brighter Future: Karita’s Journey of Courage and Care
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/07/Karita-Proximal-Femoral-Focal-Deficiency-CareSee how Shriners Children’s Greenville helped Karita walk with confidence.
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Patient Story
Four Surgeries, Twelve Braces and Two Full Sticker Books – Michelle's Story
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/02/Michelles-Orthopedic-Surgery-StoryWhen she was 2 years old, Michelle was playing in the grass one sunny day when she broke her leg.
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Patient Story
Like Father Like Daughter
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2021/04/Like-Father-Like-DaughterRead about Kendyl and her father's loving care at Shriners Children's
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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
A Full Circle Moment: Keegan Gives Back
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/05/Keegan-Gives-BackWhen Keegan turned 21 and graduated from pediatric care at Shriners Children’s, she stayed in touch with Brock McConkey, CPO, who has been her prosthetist since she was 18 months old. One day, he called her with the opportunity of a lifetime.
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Condition
Neuromuscular Scoliosis
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Neuromuscular-ScoliosisNeuromuscular scoliosis, seen in children who have medical conditions that impair their ability to control the spine-supporting muscles, is the second most common type of scoliosis. Shriners Children's has seen tens of thousands of children with neuromuscular scoliosis.
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Patient Story
A Story of Hope: Meet Emiliano
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/03/Emiliano-Orthopedic-CareMeet Emiliano, a teen with Gorham-Stout disease who traveled from Guatemala to Philadelphia for care.
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Patient Story
A Rare Diagnosis, a Remarkable Bond: Finding Support Through Shriners Children's
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/07/Haze-and-Charlotte-Diastrophic-Dysplasia-CareWhen their children were diagnosed with diastrophic dysplasia, Ashley and Haley found more than specialized care – they found each other, and a lifelong connection rooted in shared experiences.
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Patient Story
Elizabeth Stands on Her Own Two Feet
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/06/Elizabeth-Stands-on-Her-Own-Two-FeetBorn with cerebral palsy and leg deformities, Elizabeth's family sought orthopedic help at Shriners Children's St. Louis. Today, she walks on her own two feet.
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