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DaJuan’s Story: A Testament of Strength

“Dr. Mamkin has been with DaJuan since he was a baby, closely monitoring his conditions and providing exceptional, compassionate care.”
DaJuan Holmes, a vibrant 14-year-old from Newark, NJ, has faced a unique set of challenges since birth, but his resilience and ...
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Mia’s Strength and Nonstop Fight

“It’s the people and the providers’ hearts that made the difference for Mia. It’s the connections she made that helped her do what she needed to, even when it hurt, and built her physical and emotional strength, preparing all of us for a positive transition home.”
March 2024 11-year-old Mia was diagnosed with Rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS), a rare, cancerous tumor that develops in muscle cells. The ...
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Teen Thrives with Multidisciplinary Orthopedic Care

"James was able to reach his goals."
In the video above, Janelle Lenzo-Werner, Occupational Therapy Supervisor at Children’s Specialized Hospital, describes how ...
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Unstoppable: Ellie’s Story with Cerebral Palsy

Ellie is such a motivated young girl who is determined to move her body so she could accomplish all her (plus mom and dad’s) goals.
Ellie has been a fighter since day one. She was exposed to drugs and alcohol in utero and diagnosed with Spastic Cerebral Palsy. ...
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Multidisciplinary Orthopedic Program - John’s Patient Story

"He is working hard every single time that he comes here. There has absolutely been improvements with the movement in his finger and being able to do things. He's now going back to playing sports, fishing, gym class, and doing all the little things that he's missed," highlighted John's mom, Victoria.
Watch John's patient testimonial which shares the journey of recovery following a hand injury from a boating incident through ...
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Malikai’s Journey with Spina Bifida – Adaptive Dressing and Play

“The therapists are all phenomenal with all the kids, not just mine. The level of patience they have is amazing, and you can tell they really care for the kids and love what they do,” Malikai’s mom Jennifer states.
Malikai is a sweet and spunky four-year-old boy who was diagnosed with spina bifida in utero, a condition that occurs when the ...
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Walking Again: Connor’s Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome

“The program exceeded my expectations. Everyone who worked with Connor was so welcoming and helpful. They told us exactly what to do and what his schedule would be. I felt so comfortable leaving him alone,” noted Serena. “Since we don’t live close, I couldn’t see him every day, so I was happy I never had to worry.”
At the beginning of 2024, eleven-year-old Connor had a sinus infection that required antibiotics. After the round of medication, ...
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Bodhi’s Journey with Developmental Delays and Sensory Struggles

“The whole Toms River staff is amazing, even the security officers were so sweet. Everyone loves you and your kids. They make you feel supported and that they want you to be there and succeed.”
At almost two years old, Bodhi’s mom noticed that her son wasn’t reaching the same developmental milestones as other children ...
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Craniofacial Surgery: Mason’s Story

“We knew CBMC and the New Jersey Institute for Craniofacial Surgery was where we needed to be to get the best care for our son.”
My son Mason was born with bilateral cleft lip and palate in July 2022. My husband and I met John P. Amato, MD, DDS, a ...
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