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Grateful Patient Says Nuss Procedure Changed his Life

May 17, 2023
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Former Nuss Center patient Chris Baione shares how having the Nuss Procedure at CHKD changed his life. Not only did his physical health improve, but his self confidence and self-esteem improved drastically. 

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