Connor’s Unexpected Battle
Connor’s accident happened in the blink of an eye. When his parents took him to the hospital closest to their home they were immediately sent to UPMC Children’s.
Creating Holiday Magic in the Hospital
For kids and families at UPMC Children’s, a time of year that should be filled with joy and magic is often scary, stressful, and worrisome. Thankfully, our staff work tirelessly to create a little magic for families spending their holidays in the hospital.
Braxton’s Time to Thrive
Braxton was born with 7q11.23 duplication syndrome, a genetic disorder that can cause a variety of neurological issues, developmental delays, and other conditions.
“BelleDozer” Triumphs over Thalassemia
Belle was adopted from China when she was 19 months old. When her parents first met her, they knew she was special. They also knew Belle had potentially devastating blood disorder called thalassemia, which would require a lot of medical care.
Delanee’s Story — Stage 2A bulk Classical Hodgkin’s Disease
Going through cancer at any stage in your life is unbelievably difficult, but as a 19-year-old during a pandemic, Delanee faced emotional and physical pain that she’d never felt before.
Rosie’s Future
PICU physicians diagnosed Rosie with acute meningoencephalitis. While meningitis is a condition that involves inflammation or infection of the protective layer of membranes that surround the brain (the meninges), encephalitis involves inflammation or infection of the brain tissue.
Taylor’s Road Home
In late September, following several failed attempts to wake Taylor from her now 10-week-long coma, neurosurgeon Taylor Abel, MD, suggested an experimental type of deep brain stimulation. The procedure involved implanting an electrode in Taylor’s brain to modify electrical signals.
Maelynn’s Big Smile
Maelynn primarily relies on a wheelchair to get around, but according to her mother, Kaitlyn, Maelynn doesn’t let that slow her down.
Acute Myeloid Leukemia: Colin’s Second Chance
Read Colin’s story, as told by his parents Bruce and Pamela
Transforming Children’s Lives through Literacy at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh
Thanks to the generosity of our donors, the hospital continues to prioritize literacy initiatives for local children, creating a world of opportunities through the magic of books and stories.