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Patient Story: Michelle Jiang

July 18, 2022 Patient Stories

My life has always seemed to be near perfect. I’ve never suffered the loss of a loved one, broken a bone, been perceived to struggle with school, or really face any difficulty that couldn’t be resolved within a matter of days. And I am forever grateful for this....

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Amar Hammad

Patient Story: Amar Hammad

June 23, 2022 Patient Stories

I do not regret my choice to receive a spinal fusion. Yes, the surgery and recovery was the hardest endeavor of my life thus far, but I can confidently say it’s also been the most rewarding and eye-opening journey....

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Taylor Schneider

Patient Story: Taylor Schneider

March 30, 2022 Patient Stories

My story begins in kindergarten. I was going to a well visit at my local pediatrician, and the doctor noticed a slight curvature in my spine…little did I know how many appointments and x-rays were to come after that visit!...

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Ava Lee

Patient Story: Ava Lee

March 23, 2022 Patient Stories

Hi, my name is Ava Lee, I am 17 years old, and I’m from Connecticut. I’m a visual artist and I love to work with colored pencils. My journey began when I was first diagnosed with scoliosis at nine years old....

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Noel Anderson

Patient Story: Noel Anderson

February 9, 2022 Patient Stories

I was diagnosed with scoliosis at the age of 11, completely unaware of how much my life would change from that moment....

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Scoliosis Spokesperson: Lorali Diaz

February 1, 2022 Scoliosis Spokesperson

When I was in the 8th grade, I remember getting ready to go to dance class and while standing in my leotard, my mom noticed my right shoulder blade was oddly sticking out. She came over and tried pushing my shoulder blade in and saw a difference in the profusion…...

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Michael O’Brien’s Memorial Research Fund

December 8, 2021 Memorial Research Fund

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Mitchell Z

Patient Story: Mitchell Z

November 8, 2021 Patient Stories

When I was 14, I spent weeks preparing for a surgery that would change more than I was ready for. I had been standing a bit off since I was about 8, never seeing the issue with it....

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Surgeon Spotlight: Nick Fletcher, MD

November 3, 2021 Surgeon Spotlight

Most important things in my life are my wife and kids. They ground me and keep me happy and sane. I grew up in Rhode Island and still find Hazards beach my place of peace and relaxation....

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Adriana L

Patient Story: Adriana L

October 15, 2021 Patient Stories

I was diagnosed when I was 5 years old at my yearly check up with my pediatrician. My doctor told me to go visit a specialist so that they can monitor my spine and make sure that it was not progressing rapidly....

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