Riley Stories
Stories Archive
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Alexis Allen
Born with spina bifida, Alexis has already had 11 major surgeries at Riley Hospital, yet she remains determined not to let her physical condition define her.
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Luke Andritsch
In May 2007 Luke woke up with a slight fever and complained of ear pain. Todd and Vicky Andritsch took their son to an emergency care clinic and later to Riley Hospital, where physicians diagnosed Luke with leukemia.
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Andrew Armstrong
At nine months of age and in critical condition, Andrew was transported by ambulance from a hospital in his hometown of Fort Wayne to Riley Hospital for Children at IU Health where physicians discovered that his urethra had been blocked since birth.
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Ashtyn Brown
Ashtyn Brown loves sports, especially golf. A former member of the state-ranked Richmond High School girls' golf team, she earned an athletic scholarship to Ball State University. While the 18-year-old senior looks forward to her college career, she also looks back to acknowledge other champions who shared her long, tough journey.
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Jodi and Sarah Camino
Difficult and demanding medical conditions are no match for the bond forged between the Camino sisters.
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Carly Chapman
Carly Chapman has experienced much more medically than a 15-year-old high school student should. By taking one look at the energetic girl with a huge smile you may not realize the extent of her medical history, but you will certainly feel her optimistic approach to life and her heart of gold.
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Tim Courtney
Gasoline is one of the world’s most dangerous liquids, capable of catching fire or exploding from something as innocuous as static electricity. Timothy tragically found this out.
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Morgan Dale
Last May, Morgan Dale from Linton, Ind., revved up more than 6,000 motorcycle enthusiasts before the annual Miracle Ride, which has raised $3 million for Riley Hospital for Children. She inspired participants with her rendition of the national anthem and her heartfelt appreciation for the hospital that saved her life twice.
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Mickey Deputy
Mickey has the perfect disposition to handle life's challenges. She was born with Down Syndrome and several holes in her heart that required careful repairs. Then, at age 7, Mickey was diagnosed with leukemia.
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Ella Dyer
No one would call a stroller collapse a fortunate incident. But for 2-1/2-year-old Ella Dyer, a seemingly innocent bump on the nose led to early treatment of a potentially serious medical condition – and her father’s musical thank you to Riley Hospital for Children.
