Suzi and Scott Lustgarten Center for GI Motility Patient Stories

Hannah is determined not to let having chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction – or the colostomy pouch she must wear — keep her from a future in nursing.

Arlene couldn’t eat. CHOP doctors unraveled her complex medical history to find a solution that worked for her.

CHOP’s doctors listened carefully, and a gastroparesis patient who was once sidelined by pain and anxiety is now running long-distance races.

Brayden struggled with severe constipation and encopresis for years before he got treatment to manage his condition at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

After severe GI symptoms hospitalized 13-year-old Akil, motility experts at CHOP diagnosed him and developed an individualized treatment plan.

Arianna, 21, has been treated her entire life for Down syndrome (trisomy 21), autism and motility disorders. Her medical team at CHOP has worked closely with her family to effectively treat her motility disorder to bring her comfort.

Grace and Gabriel, 14, have had motility problems their entire lives. Treatment has reduced their discomfort, allowing them to pursue their passions.

Ashley, 18, has her gastroparesis under control and the energy to enjoy her passions, thanks to the Suzi and Scott Lustgarten Center for GI Motility.

Harrison, 14, suffered from digestive problems his entire life. Treatment from the Lustgarten Center for GI Motility has his digestive system working normally.