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Joseph Shavit

Oct 13, 2022

A miracle is born! Baby to receive a first-of-its-kind surgery

At Michelle Johnson’s 20-week ultrasound, she received the distressing news that her developing baby was diagnosed with Spina Bifida.

Joseph Shavit

Oct 8, 2022

Clinical trial delivers world’s first stem cell treatment for spina bifida

Groundbreaking trial aims to reverse the paralysis and other abnormal functions of spina bifida before birth.

Joseph Shavit

Jul 6, 2021

9-year-old girl helps deliver baby sister in KC-area home

A suburban Kansas City family is celebrating their newest addition, born early at home with the help of the infant’s 9-year-old big sister.