Children's stories

Families count on Children's Hospital of Wisconsin for all kinds of help. Donations help make possible many of the programs and services we provide. Whether you're a family looking for care or someone interested in supporting our mission, we hope you enjoy the stories of some of the kids we've helped.

Demaray won't let sickle cell disease hold him back
Monthly blood transfusions at Children's Hospital help treat his disease.
Read his story.

 

Grace overcomes severe stomach pain
Children's Hospital Gastroenterology Program staff helps her get back into the swim of things.
Read her story.

 

Jaylen beats the odds
Children's Hospital experts help him with spina bifida and other orthopedic issues.  
Read his story. 

 

Justin didn't let cancer beat him
With an eye on the finish line, Children's Hospital's specialists supported Justin throughout his race to beat cancer.
Read his story.

Mary
Children's Hospital is straightening out Mary's spine.
Read her story.

 

Mateo defeats heart defect
Children's Hospital doctors help him overcome hypoplastic left heart syndrome.
Read his story.

 

Morgan's heart beats strong
Morgan shines with life after Children's Hospital cardiac specialists diagnose her fatal heart condition.
Read her story.

 

Trachea surgery saves Noah's life
Children's Hospital doctors use special surgical procedure when he is just weeks old.
Read his story.

 

Shanie bounces back from trauma
Children's Hospital Burn Clinic team helps speed full recovery from burn accident.
Read her story.

 

Vincent gets a new heart
Children's Hospital surgeons use Berlin Heart to buy time for his transplant.
Read his story.