Remarkable Recoveries

Supported by Spaulding's unsurpassed level of care, our patients confront the odds and make truly remarkable recoveries. Here are some of their stories.

Amputee

Neil

Firefighter Neil Sullivan was badly injured in the line of duty, and lost one of his legs. His rehabilitation at Spaulding - with the help of the support of his family and friends - helped him regain an active lifestyle.

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Brain Injury

Daniel

Daniel and his family were on their way home from a concert when a drunk driver sideswiped their car. Daniel's head was impaled by his own tuba case. After months of rehab in our Brain Injury Program, Daniel scored 1590 out of 1600 on his SAT exams.

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Spinal Cord Injury

Michael

Michael was swimming off an island near Newburyport, MA with his family. He dove headfirst into a protrusion beneath some shallow water, fracturing two vertebrae. After two weeks in Spaulding's Spinal Care Injury Program, Michael was walking again, and planning his college future.

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Stroke

Tedy

Following a Super Bowl victory, Tedy Bruschi, all-star line backer of the New England Patriots, developed a blood clot that caused him to suffer a mild stroke. His rehabilitation at Spaulding has inspired fans and patients alike.

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If you are 70½ or older you can use funds from an IRA or Roth IRA to donate directly to Spaulding with no tax implications.
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