Author: Ailleen Jones

Cristian is currently in surgery, starting with the central line placement, followed by the rib graft. The procedure is expected to be completed by 4 PM.

Cristian’s surgery is planned for around 7:30AM, with three surgeons involved in the procedure today. We received an estimated time of several hours on surgery but will get a full answer when his surgeons...

Today brings us one day closer to Cristian’s surgery. Tomorrow, we’ll arrive at the hospital at 5:45 AM, and the thought of it fills us with so many emotions—hope, anticipation, and, if I’m honest,...

  On March 20, Cristian will undergo a single-stage laryngotracheal surgery—a moment that carries with it all our hopes and prayers for his health and happiness. As this day approaches, I’ve found myself reflecting...

Single stage laryngotracheal reconstruction (SSLTR) is a surgery done to make the airway larger by placing a graft in the area that is narrowed. Most grafts are made of ear cartilage, thyroid cartilage or...