7-Year-Old Courageously Continues Healing Journey for Burn

Emmanuel has been a patient of INTEGRIS Children’s off and on since April of 2021 due to a burn on his foot. He has demonstrated amazing resilience through his initial encounter at the hospital, where he received several dressing changes, skin graft surgery, and visits from the medical care team. After going home, Emmanuel had to continue dressing changes, physical therapy, and clinic visits. Emmanuel is having a second surgery related to his initial burn accident that will help with his daily living. “He puts on a brave face even when he might be feeling pain or discomfort,” said his Child Life SpecialistAmanda Sanborn. “I have worked with Emmanuel several times, and he is always so kind.” He was nominated by his Child Life Specialist at INTEGRIS Children’s at Baptist Medical Center in Oklahoma City, OK. Kids Wish Network is pleased to honor Emmanuel as a Hero of the Month.