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Patient Stories

Injury Should Never Interrupt the Promise of Greatness - Tajah Foster Walker

Tajah Foster-Walker has older siblings, and because of that her mom, Tango Walker, describes her as having “grown up in ...

Patient Stories

Injury Should Never Interrupt the Promise of Greatness - Layne Robinson

Layne Robinson, 16, is a talented left-handed pitcher and outfielder. His three middle fingers were crushed and beyond repair in ...

Patient Stories

Clara's Story

It was just after Clara Dawson’s first birthday when her family noticed something different about her little legs. One leg ...

Patient Stories

Epilepsy Should Never Interrupt a Birthday - Jakrii Pearson

When Jakrii Pearson was almost 3, he began having seizures. Washington University neurologists at St. Louis Children’s Hospital discovered he ...

Patient Stories

From Elana, With Care

Elana Loftspring was twelve when she decided to send care packages to children in need of comfort and care. ...

Mom Docs

Concussion Recovery: To school or not to school? That is the question.

Concussions have been in an important topic for student athletes over the last few years. They continue to happen in ...

Mom Docs

How can I get my kids started with running? Tips on a safe way to get out on the road

Running is a great way for kids and adults to get exercise and get in shape. Programs like Girls on ...

Mom Docs

Ankle Sprains: What to do and when to worry

“I twisted my ankle” is one of the most common things I hear in my office, and one of the ...

Mom Docs

Shoulder and elbow injuries in baseball and softball players: 3 tips to keep your player on the field

As spring baseball and softball seasons come into full swing, so will shoulder and elbow injuries. These injuries can range ...