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At Gillette Children's we help every child in our care live a life defined by dreams, not diagnosis. Here you will find stories of inspiration and triumph and joy. Learn more about our work with patients and families that don't give up as we help every child live their story. Gillette Stories Magazine
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Leo St. Martin to Lead the Way in Gillette Children’s 2025 Walk & Roll Event
June 30, 2025Leo St. Martin is Gillette Children's 2025 Children's Miracle Network Champion and 2025 Walk & Roll patient ambassador. He is all about sports. Baseball, football, hockey, soccer – you name it, he wants to play it. When he was an infant, Leo was diagnosed with Infantile Pompe disease, a rare genetic disease that leads to weakened muscles. His physical and occupational therapists helped get him into a power chair when he was just three, and they continue working with him, motivating him to make the impossible, possible.
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Philanthropy
Rett Syndrome Research at Gillette Children’s Shows Promise
June 26, 2025Generous support from donors has fueled advancements in Rett Syndrome research at Gillette Childrens.
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Philanthropy
Leading the Gillette Children’s Philanthropy Board
June 17, 2025Scott Ward, chair of the newly formed Gillette Children's Philanthropy Board.
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Philanthropy
How the Nowicki Family is Giving Back After Their Son’s Recovery
June 17, 2025The Nowacki family, inspired to give back to Gillette Children's by their son's care, gathers at Gillette's annual Walk & Roll community event.
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Philanthropy
Family Engagement in Research: Real Lives, Real Impact
June 17, 2025Gillette Children's Family Engagement in Research Coordinator, Haley Brunelle (left), draws on her experience as a caregiver to her son, Felix (center), in her work.
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Our Team
What Makes Gillette Children’s Down Syndrome Clinic Unique?
June 10, 2025Gillette Children’s Down Syndrome Clinic helps children and families navigate the health challenges that often come with this condition.
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Innovation and Research
Palliative Care: What Parents and Caregivers Need to Know
May 12, 2025Palliative care is focused on treating the pain and stress that a serious illness can cause. Read on.
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Our Team
After Dark: Shining a Light on Evening and Night Shift Staff
May 7, 2025An hour-by-hour look at the vital work performed by second and third shift employees at the St. Paul Campus.
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Philanthropy
A Patient Journey Comes Full Circle
April 1, 2025Former patient Elizabeth Lilley returned to Gillette 20 years later as a volunteer with Dairy Queen.
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