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Giving families the best possible experience is the core of Lurie Children's mission. Our inspirational patient stories drive us to continue to provide high-quality, pediatric care for every family that walks through our door. Hear more from our patients and their families here.
Finding Peace Through Pain: How Psychologists Help Chronic Pain Patients Cope
Chronic pain often causes disruption to normal childhood activities and affects a child’s mood, family and peer relationships, and their ability to do the things they care about. Psychologists are an integral part of these patients' care. Learn about the mental health professionals embedded within each program who address the emotional and mental well-being of their patients.
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Marisol's Journey to Beating Pediatric Thyroid Cancer
With the support of Lurie Children's Pediatric Thyroid Program, Marisol's diagnosis of thyroid cancer has not stopped her from pursuing her goals.
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Lymphoma Survivor Races in Triathlon: ‘You Don’t Have a Lot of Time on This Planet’
After beating Non-Hodgkins B-Cell Lymphoma, Adrian wanted to give back. Adrian is training for the Chicago Triathlonraising funds for Lurie Children’s cancer research through the inaugural Corporate Challenge.
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Educational Support Helps Carter Thrive After Heart Transplant
Lurie Children's NICU-Cardiac Neurodevelopmental Program offers specialized care for children with congenital heart disease who face developmental challenges. Learn more about Carter's story and how he is thriving today.
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Sawyer’s Fighting Chance: His Own Father
Newborn baby Sawyer battled a life-threatening liver condition for months until the most perfect donor was found and turned everything around: his own dad.
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How Beckett Got His Shine Back After the Cloud of a Brain Tumor Diagnosis
What began as suspected GI troubles became a journey that changed everything. Beckett was 6 years old when he found out he had a brain tumor, and now, one year later, the McBride family is finally feeling a refreshed sense of hope.
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Thanks to Life-Saving Critical Care, Riley Is ‘Showing off His Big Smile Again’
Riley, a young boy with chronic illness, battles a life-threatening complication in Lurie Children's PICU. Read his inspiring story of perseverance and recovery.
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Recovered from a Brain Tumor, Peyton is Poised to Shine
Follow Peyton's inspiring journey from aspiring broadcast journalist to cancer survivor as she navigates through surgeries and treatments with resilience and determination.
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‘She Never Gave Up:’ Jasy’s Heart Health Scare Turns Remarkable Recovery
As a healthy 10-year-old, Adriana didn’t suspect anything serious when her daughter, Jasy, developed a persistent cough. Learning she was in heart failure and would eventually need a transplant began a journey paved with perseverance and persistence.
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With Comprehensive Cardiology Care, Xavier Kicks Off a Bright Future
Xavier received a life-saving heart transplant, becoming the first patient with muscular dystrophy to undergo this surgery at Lurie Children's. His strength helps pave the way for future heart transplants in children with neuromuscular disorders.
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No Airfare Needed: Libi Finds Expert Rare Disease Care Close to Home
Born prematurely with complex medical issues, Libi receives a life-changing diagnosis of Williams syndrome. Lurie Children's multidisciplinary care team provides her with expert treatment and support, close to home.
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Miranda and Isabelle’s Story: Twins’ Condition Takes a Last-Minute Turn
After being diagnosed with TTTS, a rare condition affecting twins, Roberta was referred to a specialist team at Lurie Children's Hospital. Despite challenges and complications, both girls are healthy and thriving at 19 months old.
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