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Kamerie's Story: Kamerie’s rare condition affects 1 in 50,000 babies.

Rare Genetic Condition Challenges Special Little Girl: Kamerie's Story

Kamerie was born weighing only 1 pound and 5 ounces, and work immediately began to save her life. Over the next 384 days, Kamerie remained in the NICU fighting to stay alive.

Today, Kamerie is thriving, and Children’s Hospital has become a second home to her and her family.

Read Kamerie's Story
Max's Story:Boy Born with Down Syndrome Shows the World He's Mighty

Boy Born with Down Syndrome Shows the World He's Mighty: Max's Story

When Max's parents found out their baby boy would be born with an extra set of chromosomes, they knew he would be extra special. They didn't yet realize he would also be Mighty.

Today "Mighty Max" is adventurous and joyful, and continues to receive the best care from East Tennessee Children’s Hospital specialists at facilities close to home including neurology, cardiology, endocrinology, genetics, physiatry and weekly therapy.

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Victoria's Story: A Social Butterfly Deals with a rare cancer

The Social Butterfly and a Rare Cancer: Victoria's Story

Victoria was born full of life with a happy and outgoing disposition. That positive outlook would serve her well as she has battled a rare form of cancer known as Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (LCH) since birth. Learn more about this social butterfly here.

"When Victoria was first diagnosed, the thought of potential hospital stays, and outpatient visits was daunting," said her mother, Andrea, "However, our experience at Children’s Hospital has been one full of hope and support."

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Harper's Amazing Story of Survival

Amazing Survival and Amazing Recovery: Harper's Story

In the early hours of March 3, 2020, a category F4 tornado touched down outside of Cookeville, TN, leveling Chad and Jill's home and badly injuring their 1-year-old daughter, Harper. This plucky toddler survived with some help from East Tennessee Children's Hospital.

Several weeks in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), followed by extensive rehabilitation, continue to exceed the expectations of her recovery.

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Holston

A Courageous Battle With Cancer: Holston's Story

Holston's battle with cancer has stretched for more than 600 days. Although some days are harder than others, most days when Holston visits Children's Hospital, he brings a radiant smile and hilarious sense of humor.

"We are grateful every day for our nurses, doctors and friends at Children's Hospital," his mother, Mary Beth says. "It takes special people to choose this profession. And they really are super special to us."

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The Sky's the Limit: Jaxson's Story

The Sky's the Limit: Jaxson's Story

Jaxson is a remarkable boy battling a rare genetic disorder. From a long stay in the NICU to complex stomach surgeries in the OR to a bumped head that landed him in the ER, Jaxson has visited nearly every department at East Tennessee Children's Hospital.

"We will just be learning as we go, and we're going to let him write his own story," say Jaxson's parents. "We try not to put limitations and restrictions on him, and Children's Hospital has been 100% with us."

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Classes & Events

  • Nov
    25
    Tuesday
    Gala Among the Trees
    7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    East Tennessee Children's Hospital invites you to Gala Among the Trees presented by TennesSEED Erosion Control. Celebrate an elegant night among the trees to benefit Children's Hospital.
  • Nov
    26
    Wednesday
    East Tennessee Children's Hospital Fantasy of Trees
    9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    East Tennessee Children's Hospital Fantasy of Trees, Presented by Axle Logistics is the premiere East Tennessee community and family holiday tradition. It has been part of Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations for more than three decades.
  • Dec
    6
    Saturday
    Safe Sitter Classes (Ages 11-14)
    9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
    Learn correct babysitting techniques, emergency responses and how to use babysitting as a business.
  • Dec
    8
    Monday
    CPR Classes (Ages 14+)
    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Learn CPR so you can respond to emergencies in your home.

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Tell Us Your Story

At Children's Hospital, your story is our story. Your child's health journey or connection with our care team could help us educate others about the important work we do everyday. Whether it's raising awareness or helping raised critical funds for life-saving equipment and programs, your story is a part of our story.

If you have a story from your time spent at Children's Hospital, please consider sharing it with us. Plus, you can hear from families like yours in the stories we've shared below.

If you have a story about your experience with Children's Hospital and would like to contact us directly, call us at (865) 541-8441.

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