Meet Avery! This inspirational young man was involved in a terrible lawn mower accident as a toddler that resulted in the loss of his leg. After visiting multiple doctors searching for answers, Avery and his family got in touch with Shriner’s Hospitals for Children.
Avery received revision surgery on his leg and became a patient in the Pediatric Orthotic and Prosthetic Services, or POPS, program. He formed a special bond with his prosthetist, Darren, who was also in a lawn mower accident as a child. Now eight years old, Avery is able to play the sports he loves including soccer, baseball, and basketball, all because of the care he received.