Every year, Shriners Hospitals for Children® selects two national patient ambassadors to represent the patients cared for by the health care system.
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Hope & Healing
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Clint Crain – Overcoming Tragedy: Stories of Grace and Confidence
The Crain family was out on their boat enjoying the 4th of July weekend in 2014, when tragedy struck.
Katharine Koonce – Overcoming Tragedy: Stories of Grace and Confidence
In 2008, the Koonce family sought refuge from Hurricane Ike at the restaurant in Houston where Katharine’s father, James, worked.
2014 Patient Success Story: Joe Dertinger
Joe Dertinger was a 2014-15 national patient ambassador for Shriners Hospitals for Children®. Born with an unusual condition affecting all four extremities, Joe underwent a series of surgeries when he was 15 months old, which included amputation of his right foot.
2014 Patient Success Story: Katie Ladlie
Katie Ladlie was a 2014-15 national patient ambassador for Shriners Hospitals for Children®.
Walking Toward Endless Possibilities: the Story of Olivia Stamps
Olivia Stamps seemed like every other little girl. Then she started walking, and her parents noticed something unusual—she was walking on her toes.
Walking Toward Endless Possibilities: The Story of Brendon Wiseley
Brendon Wiseley is a competitive kid. Competition runs in his family–he’s a fifth generation race car driver.
Patient Story: Hayden Schaumburg
Hayden sustained a spinal cord injury playing high school football in Illinois. He was unable to move or breathe on his own.
Become a Superhero of Summer Safety
Warmer weather and time off from school can mean an increase in serious accidents for children, but Shriners Hospitals for Children is trying …
