Patient Stories
Local teen walks again after tubing accident, thanks to UC Davis Children’s Hospital
Julia was a talented gymnast. She had just taken first place at a regional competition and her future looked bright. On a day out with friends, that future changed dramatically when she had a water tubing accident.
Read moreLocal fetal and cardiac surgery team saves Folsom baby with heart defect
When a routine ultrasound at 20 weeks revealed a potential heart defect in their developing baby, Stephanie and Travis Dover of Folsom were caught off guard.
Read moreMom’s ‘gut feeling’ leads to daughter’s cancer diagnosis, treatment at UC Davis
Peyton, a sassy, spirited girl who had endless energy was just not herself, so her mom took the then 3-year-old into the local urgent care clinic near their home and insisted on a blood test.
Read moreFather, daughter treated for diabetes by same UC Davis team
Not only does Elena have her dad to help her through her new diagnosis, she has the same care team helping to manage her diabetes.
Read moreIsaac’s story: A boy with leukemia and his family’s drive to save his life
Our pediatric oncologists helped Isaac replace chemotherapy and bed rest with the freedom to be a kid again.
Read moreWe love to hear from families after their child’s care experience
After De’Jaye’s diagnosis of narcolepsy with cataplexy, Dr. Nandalike has advocated for my daughter and educated us as a family. We thank her for bringing so much light to our dark situation.
Read moreJaelyn’s story: A road to recovery
After a serious car accident, UC Davis Children’s Hospital enveloped both my daughter and I in kindness, care and community. We felt as though we were part of a team, and everyone was invested in Jaelyn’s recovery.
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