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Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Shriners Children's uses motion-capture tech to boost nationwide patient care
The Brief Shriners Children's Chicago is using motion capture technology—similar to what's used in Hollywood—to link 14 pediatric motion labs across the U.S., improving collaboration and care. The system supports research and treatment planning, allowing doctors to share data, analyze movement, and make informed decisions for patients with conditions like cerebral palsy and spina bifida. Patients like 16-year-old Abbey Ross benefit directly, using the technology to track progress before and after surgeries as part of her cerebral palsy treatment. CHICAGO - Shriners Children's Chicago is tapping into Hollywood-style technology to better connect its medical labs across the country, improving collaboration, research, and patient care. What we know "The most amazing care anywhere" is the hospital's slogan—and now, that care is powered by a nationwide network of 14 motion analysis labs all linked by one system. "We have 14 labs that are connected with one system… because that way we can share information, we can do research studies, we can help make surgical decisions, we can look at similar patients," Nancy Scullion, with Shriners Children's, said. "We use it on a weekly basis where we review all our cases with our doctors, where we discuss possible treatment options, whether it's surgery, whether it's conservative treatment like orthotics, whether it's rehabilitation." The motion capture technology itself isn't new—it's similar to what's used in film and video game production—but the ability to share patient data and collaborate across multiple centers is a major leap forward. The network makes Shriners home to the largest pediatric motion analysis group in the world. The technology helps patients like 16-year-old Abbey Ross, who has cerebral palsy and has been visiting Shriners since she was 5. Her condition causes tightness in her left leg, and motion analysis has helped her track her progress. "I love watching my development, especially after like a surgery, I can like, see like, before my surgery and right after," Ross said. What's next Shriners Children's is a nonprofit healthcare organization. For more information, visit its website here.
Yahoo
14-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
The story of two teens treated at Springfield Shriners hospital who fell in love
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Two teenagers who received care at Shriners Children's New England in Springfield reflect on falling in love as patients nearly 30 years ago. As patients of the Springfield hospital, Dan was being treated for a weak muscle condition in his shoulders and Julie was receiving care for scoliosis, a common spine condition often found in youth. In 1996, they met at the Harvest Ball, an event Shriners Children's held for patients. Julie who was 13 years old at the time and Dan, 16, spent the evening together, lovestruck. Dan and Julie have been together ever since, nearly 30 years. The former patients of Shriners Children's now live in Templeton and are also celebrating over 20 years of marriage and have two sons. This local hospital received accolades for best in healthcare 'I never would have imagined I would meet my wife where we were both getting treatment for our conditions,' said Dan. 'Two years after we met, we attended the annual Shriners Children's Harvest Ball as a couple. If it wasn't for Shriners Children's, Julie and I wouldn't have the wonderful family we have now. Whenever I tell people how my wife and I met, they are always so surprised by how remarkable our story is. Now, we are celebrating over 20 years of marriage and have two wonderful boys together.' Shriners Children's continues to be an important part of their story. Their oldest son Daniel began experiencing back pain at the age of 12. He is being treated at Shriners for kyphosis, a forward rounding of the back including surgery on his legs to correct the rotation of the bones. 'I definitely did not think my husband and I would be going back to Shriners Children's as parents,' said Julie. 'We feel the utmost trust and confidence in Shriners Children's because of the care my husband and I both received as children. We know what it's like to be in Danny's shoes. And now, we finally get what our parents went through and how stressful it was to be on the other side, taking their children to appointments. We can't thank the staff enough for the care they've provided us as kids and now Daniel.' Shriners Children's has locations throughout the country and is a nonprofit healthcare system who are committed to improving children's lives. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Associated Press
04-02-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
Shriners Children's Highlights Pioneering Work of Dr. Sara Higginson During National Women Physicians Day
On National Women Physicians Day, Shriners Children's is celebrating its more than 400 female doctors providing innovative, world-class care for patients. 'I was 33 when I started medical school. Now I'm the Chief of Staff at Shriners Children's Ohio. So, it's never too late to achieve your dreams.' — Dr. Sara Higginson, Chief of Staff at Shriners Children's Ohio. DAYTON, OH, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2025 / / -- On National Women Physicians Day, Shriners Children's is celebrating its more than 400 female doctors providing innovative, world-class care for patients every day. Dr. Sara M. Higginson, the Chief of Staff at Shriners Children's Ohio, has quickly become a leader within the nonprofit healthcare system. She is no stranger to pushing through adversity and challenging norms. 'I've always wanted to be a doctor ever since I was a little kid,' said Dr. Higginson. 'I remember telling my father that and his response was, 'do you mean you want to be a nurse?' and I remember saying, 'no,' I want to be a doctor.' Since then, I've had a lot of moments in life where I didn't follow a traditional path, but the winding road really helped me get where I am today.' Dr. Higginson started her career as a high school science teacher before deciding to join the Navy. She became a Naval officer and EMS helicopter pilot and found her calling helping people through life-threatening and traumatic injuries. It was that experience that made her realize she wanted to be a trauma and burn surgeon. Now, more than 20 years later, Dr. Higginson is not only a burn surgeon, but she's also leading best-care practices for the entire healthcare system. 'Being a surgeon and getting to take care of patients is so rewarding,' said Dr. Higginson. 'Now, as the lead burn physician for Shriners Children's entire healthcare system, I'm able to help make meaningful change on a large scale and help set the tone for best practices in pediatric burn care throughout the nation. At Shriners, we provide more pediatric burn care than any other system and we educate other healthcare systems on what works. I love leading efforts that help ensure burn patients anywhere can receive the best possible care.' Dr. Higginson said she's proud to see that, compared to when she entered the medical field, females are leading the way in the areas of surgery and trauma. She said the advice she'd give to other female physicians or those aspiring to become doctors is to make goals for yourself and never give up on them. 'I was 33 when I started medical school. Now I'm the Chief of Staff at Shriners Children's Ohio. So, it's never too late to achieve your dreams,' said Dr. Higginson. 'As women and as a society, we also still put a lot of pressure on ourselves. There's still a lot to be investigated about the guilt of being a working mom, even as a physician. You're saving a child's life but you're not at your child's play and there's guilt there. But everything you do has value and it makes us who we are. It's an honor to be a part of our patient's lives. I wouldn't do anything different.' About Shriners Children's Shriners Children's improves the lives of children by providing pediatric specialty care, conducting innovative research, and offering outstanding education programs for medical professionals. Children with orthopedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries, and cleft lip and palate are eligible for care, regardless of the families' ability to pay, and receive all care and services in a compassionate, family-centered environment. For more information, please visit ### Cutline: Shriners Children's Highlights Pioneering Work of Dr. Sara Higginson During National Women Physicians Day. Jessica Williams BAM Marketing Agency Legal Disclaimer:
