Patient Stories

Obediah, age 9, was referred to Fresh Start by Childspring International. He has a large mass on his cheek, which is impairing his ability to eat and speak properly. Doctors in.

Audrey, age 11, was born with microtia (deformed or missing ear) in Oaxaca, Mexico. She became a Fresh Start patient in 2016 and has received 2 surgeries. Fresh Start Volunteer.

Jackline, age 2, was born with cleft lip & palate in Tanzania. In a developing country like Tanzania, a physical deformity makes life very difficult for young girls. They are often kept hidden in the home. Her corrective cleft lip.

Jonathan is a very adventurous and energetic 4-year-old born with Apert Syndrome. This condition causes craniofacial abnormalities characterized by an abnormal head shape, small upper jaw, a high-arched palate, and fusion of the fingers and toes.

Georgina – precious little 3 year old, who was referred to Fresh Start by a friend in Tijuana, after doctors told her they were unable to help her. Georgina was born with double Microtia and has vision and hearing issues.

Kassy, from the greater San Diego region, became a Fresh Start patient in 2012 at age 3. She was born with a giant hairy nevus which carries a 10% risk of becoming cancerous. Her procedures included the insertion of a tissue expander to create more skin to graft over the area.