Fearful six-year-old Bravely Faces Unknowns of Emergent Hospitalization

Ailana suffered from ruptured appendicitis and required an emergent procedure to have a drain placed to remove the abscess drainage. She had a week-long hospitalization for IV antibiotics, and was extremely fearful on admission. Ailana has done a great job in facing her fear and building trust with her care team. She was nominated by her Child Life Specialist Adrienne Feildenat Fountain Valley Regional Hospital in Fountain Valley, CA. Kids Wish Network is so pleased to recognize this brave Hero of the Month.