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IWK Patients

Ellie

Ellie

Emma was almost 30 weeks pregnant when she began experiencing painful cramps that continued to get worse over a few hours.

Matilda baby photo

Matilda

When Molly and Jayne woke up on the morning of their fifth wedding anniversary in June 2023, they never expected that within 24 hours, they would be at the IWK. 

Amy Rizzuto

Amy

In 2009, when Amy was 15 years old, she sought the help of the IWK, thanks to her parents’ loving and encouraging support. She was suffering from an eating disorder, anxiety and depression, which were taking a severe toll on her life.   

Hudson, IWK patient, holding a fish he caught.

Hudson

Despite his health challenges, seven-year-old Hudson from Prince Edward Island hopes to return to playing hockey full-time thanks to the specialized care of the IWK.

Everly, IWK patient

Everly

Kaitlin was 20 weeks pregnant when she learned, during a routine ultrasound, that something was wrong with her unborn baby’s heart.