Tonsillectomy: One Family Shares Their Story

678 views · Published 5 December 2017 · 0:39 · Indexed 10 November 2026

Channel: Children's Hospital Colorado · 2017 · Nonprofits & Activism

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The idea of having your child go through surgery can feel intimidating when you don't know what to expect.  

Watch as Lora and Erich share their initial concerns about their daughters’ tonsillectomy surgery with Meghan and Dennis.  

- Meet Addie and Elise: Lora and Erich’s daughters, Addie and Elise, had tonsillectomy surgery at the same time. Now, they’re sharing the ups and downs of their daughters' surgery and recovery to support others.  
     
- Meet Evelyn: Meghan and Dennis are preparing for their daughter Evelyn’s tonsillectomy surgery. They’re hoping to learn what to expect for their daughter’s tonsillectomy surgery and recovery.   

Learn more about their tonsillectomy experiences and advice: https://www.childrenscolorado.org/doctors-and-departments/departments/ears-nose-and-throat/patient-stories/addie-elsie-tonsillectomy/?slid=surg_ent_slg&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=patientstories 

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