The Story Behind GHA

Needing to Re-learn How to Walk at 13 Years Old

A soft hum from the air conditioner filled my small cubicle room at the Children’s Hospital of Pennsylvania. My eyes slowly began to open as I sensed an abnormal amount of tightness in my back. I realized my big surgery was complete. My entire spine readjusted, I would now have to relearn how to walk at thirteen years old. Moments later, a pain struck both my back and stomach. I turned my head toward the direction of my surgeon and asked for assistance. With a few head nods, he acknowledged my pain but stated there was nothing he could do to help me. Feeling hurt and alone in this physical and mental battle, I stared upon the blank ceiling wondering how many days I could deal with this pain without going mad. Little did I know, this situation would prompt me to form a health-related nonprofit that would ensure future pediatric patients would never have to feel alone and uncomforted during their hospital recovery.

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