Lola loves Taekwondo and all things Disney. At four months old, she was diagnosed with epilepsy. The team at BC Children’s Hospital performed life-changing surgery on Lola, and after weeks of intensive rehabilitation, she re-learned how to walk and speak clearly. She grows stronger each day and loves swimming and playing with friends.
Lola is a vibrant child who loves all things Disney. Diagnosed with epilepsy at four months old, she endured daily seizures for years. At age four, she underwent a life-changing functional hemispherectomy at BC Children’s Hospital to disconnect the affected side of her brain.
The complex surgery required a lengthy recovery, but through the donor-funded Child Life program at BC Children’s Hospital, she pushed through emotional, physical and social hurdles with a certified Child Life specialist by her side. After weeks of rehabilitation, Lola re-learned how to walk and adapt post-surgery. Lola is now seizure-free and enjoys performing and dancing.
Lola is a vibrant child who loves all things Disney. Diagnosed with epilepsy at four months old, she endured daily seizures for years. At age four, she underwent a life-changing functional hemispherectomy at BC Children’s Hospital to disconnect the affected side of her brain. The complex surgery required a lengthy recovery, but through the donor-funded Child Life program at BC Children’s Hospital, she pushed through emotional, physical and social hurdles with a certified Child Life specialist by her side. After weeks of rehabilitation, Lola re-learned how to walk and adapt post-surgery. Lola is now seizure-free and enjoys performing and dancing.
Thanks to your support of the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation, kids like Lola can get the best treatment and care possible.
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Thanks to your support of the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation, kids like Lola can get the best treatment and care possible.
