Category Archives: Pediatrics

Suiting up for a celebration

April 5th, 2013 - 12:05 pm

“My sweet boy,” Deborah Morey said as she practically skipped across the room to join him in a group photograph. The boy is her son, 15-year-old Curtis Morey, who was diagnosed with medulloblastoma (a type of brain tumor) on Jan. 27, 2012. … Continue reading →

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An Arm-lifting Success Story

December 29th, 2012 - 8:00 am

Harper Blommers could not touch her head because of an injury suffered at birth. After surgery at Mayo, she is now happily dancing like her sister. Continue reading →

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Carter’s cranium remolding

December 27th, 2012 - 8:00 am

For Carter Schlink cranium remolding — and the colorful helmet that makes it possible — are a great fit. Continue reading →

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Ella Schultz: Thriving with Family and Medical Support

December 21st, 2012 - 8:00 pm

Ella’s medical condition requires the attention of numerous specialists at Mayo. But with their help, she is overcoming every challenge and thriving. Continue reading →

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Jackson Hoeger: Family and Medical Staff Journey Together to Reach Positive Outcome

December 20th, 2012 - 8:00 pm

After fighting cancer for four years, Jackson Hoeger and his family finally feel like they’ve graduated from the school of hard knocks. Continue reading →

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Toddler diagnosed with aggressive brain tumor

December 18th, 2012 - 8:00 am

When a brain tumor unexpectedly appeared in 20-month-old Jayden Gonzalez, Mayo Clinic doctors responded quickly to remove the tumor and restore his health. Continue reading →

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Rare congenital subglottic stenosis treated with airway reconstruction surgery

December 17th, 2012 - 8:00 pm

Ryan Chubbuck was born with an extremely narrow airway, a life-threatening condition. An innovative airway reconstruction procedure has left Ryan, and his parents, breathing easy. Continue reading →

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Jubilant First Steps

December 16th, 2012 - 8:00 pm

A Mayo Clinic doctor, genetic testing, and a common drug give a young girl wings to fly. Continue reading →

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“Hopeful life” after surgery to remove rare brain tumor

November 26th, 2012 - 8:00 am

When their son developed a rare type of brain tumor that caused seizures and dizzy spells, Koreen and Paul Harpel turned to Mayo Clinic for help. Continue reading →

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Family gives up mashed potatoes in respect of toddler’s restrictive diet

November 23rd, 2012 - 8:00 pm

Shelby Birch’s whole family gave up mashed potatoes to help her with a diet that controls her seizures. Continue reading →

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