Charlie Gets Orthopedic Helmet

Dr. Johnson has decided rather than proceed with yet another surgery, we would try using a helmet to reshape Charlie's skull. His first surgery resulted in his head just refusing, so we agreed to give this helmet thing a try. He has to wear it 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for about 6 months.

Charlie's VP Shunt Surgery

Charlie's second surgery was on July 9th, 2004 to insert a VP Shunt for his Hydrocphalus. He only spent one night in the hospital and was discharged the next day! What a tough little guy!

Charlie's Cranial Reconstruction Part I

Charlie had his first surgery on June 7, 2004 to open a section of his skull that had prematurely fused. The first night after the surgery he was placed in intensive care so they could keep a close eye on him. He recovered quickly and was released from the hospital on Thursday. We are anxious to see what he will look like a few months from now.