MEET SYDNEY
Before Sydney was born, her parents learned that she would be born with a unilateral cleft lip and palate. At age three her family decided to switch her care to Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Her life, care, and treatment would be forever changed from that day forward.
Sydney’s had many surgeries at Nationwide Children’s, including reconstructive plastic surgeries, ear, nose, and throat surgeries and orthopedic surgery. She’s an outgoing, confident girl who won’t let her diagnosis define her.
“Nationwide Children’s Hospital has become like a second family to us. The team of people caring for Sydney have literally changed her life and opened doors of opportunities for her that seemed impossible when receiving her diagnosis. From her surgical to orthodontic care, to staff, nurses and support personnel – everyone is committed to giving our daughter top-notch treatment,” says Stacey, Sydney’s mom.
Sydney loves Batman, writing, drawing, reading, and spending time with her family. She loves nature and enjoys going to local metro parks and the zoo. Sydney is a resilient child who loves life, is a great student and works hard in school. She is a true fighter and champion, and inspiration to everyone who meets her!