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Stories & Outcomes

Discharge days are bittersweet at Blythedale Children's Hospital. While we miss the children we become so close to over the course of their treatment, our hearts soar when they are able to return to their families and their communities. We are proud to share some of their stories.

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Steffon's Unbreakable Spirit

Last September, five-year-old Steffon endured a life-threatening health crisis. Born with sickle cell disease, Steffon experiences periods of extreme pain, referred to as pain crises, at least once a year, a challenging but common symptom of the complicated disease. This time, however, was different...

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  • Complex Wound and Burn Management
  • Complex Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
  • Complex Chronic Conditions
  • Sickle Cell Disease