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Epilepsy Surgery Helps Bella Live Seizure Free

After an an EEG confirmed young Bella was having seizures and an MRI  confirmed brain malformations throughout her left hemisphere, surgery was the only option. 

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Michael: ‘Typical Two-Year-Old’ Following Airway Surgery

It’s hard to believe that just a year ago, this healthy little boy underwent surgery for a life-threatening airway disorder.

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Jared’s Story: Brain Tumor Diagnosis Inspires Advocacy

U.S. Senator Dick Durbin learned of Jared’s story as he spoke to families across Illinois about their healthcare experiences.

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After Heart Disease Diagnosis, Family Turns to Heart Center for a Second Opinion

Due to the extent of the surgical interventions, Quinn’s family sought out a second opinion to ensure they had all of the information they needed before moving forward with her surgery.

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Montgomery’s Head Shape Corrected with Minimally Invasive Procedure

No parent wants to hear that their baby needs surgery, especially when the child is only 7 weeks old.

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New Drug to Help Children with Neurofibromatosis Type 1

Until recently, children with NF1 had few options to relieve the pain and health problems caused by the tumors that characterize this condition.

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