SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Blog

Breaking new ground: Babies with cystic fibrosis get a chance for a healthier start – before birth Breaking new ground: Babies with cystic fibrosis get a chance for a healthier start – before birth

Emily and Paul share their story of being among the first families in the country whose baby with cystic fibrosis received treatment before birth.

Bravery and resilience defined: Anberlin’s story Bravery and resilience defined: Anberlin’s story

Diagnosed with neurofibromatosis (NF), Anberlin Gripp has had multiple surgeries and treatments since she was a toddler.

Graham’s heart transplant journey Graham’s heart transplant journey

Graham’s journey for a second chance at life came with many ups and downs, but his family's hope never wavered.

A New “Happy” Liver A New “Happy” Liver

It seems everywhere that Orlando Bairfield goes, he is delighted to showcase some awesome dance moves with a huge smile. The spunky 8-year-old is just two months post-surgery after having undergone a liver transplant at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital in January 2024.

Advanced Imaging Technology Detects Rare Congenital Heart Condition Advanced Imaging Technology Detects Rare Congenital Heart Condition

It was simply serendipity that Terrence and Bianca Williams discovered that their son, TJ, had two unusual heart defects.

Hope for Patients with Rare Genetic Liver Disease Hope for Patients with Rare Genetic Liver Disease

Jen Childress clearly remembers the day she first heard about a disease called Alpha-1 Antitrypsin (AAT) Deficiency. Learn more about her story and the advancement of treatment for this genetic disease.