In today’s society there are so many foundations that are worth giving to. Because of the vast amount of charities, donations are low unless you or someone you know has been affected by an illness or condition. Shawn is our miracle, but his conditions are so rare that more research is needed to successfully help others with similar conditions in the future.
Texas Children’s Hospital is ranked #9 in the US and #1 in Texas – in pediatric urology by U.S.News & World Report. The urology service provides medical/surgical care for children with genitourinary problems related to congenital birth defects or trauma and medical conditions such as recurrent urinary tract infections and dysfunctional voiding patterns. Patients from birth to 19 years of age are seen by self and physician referral.
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| Dr. Lawrence Cisek |
We owe a lot of gratitude to Texas Children’s Hospital for completing the research and procedures that have helped Shawn be like any normal happy child his age. Special thanks is given to Dr. Cisek and his team who administered the groundbreaking surgery on our son.
Unfortunately, there are many kids just like Shawn that need care at Texas Children’s Hospital, so Shawn’s Ironman was formed to raise money and awareness for urological research at Texas Children’s Hospital. Today we are happy to announce that a fund has been set up for such research.
I ask you to please consider giving to Texas Children’s Hospital in honor of Shawn’s Ironman even if it is just a $1. Also know that 100% of your charitable donation goes to Texas Children’s Hospital and not to getting me or my family to the Ironman. That is my job and the responsibility of my sponsors. I truly believe we could all could come together as a community and reach the goal of $10,000 or more before the Ironman 70.3 in St. Croix. This is just a start, but it will mean so much to the next set of parents that are in the waiting room to find out what is wrong with their child like Rachel and I had to do.
Thank you for your support!
