Shriners Hospitals for Children

Miracle workers. An organization that makes you feel GOOD about being a human being because if a hospital like this is possible, then there’s really nothing we can’t do if we put our heads together, is there?
My connection with Shriners is a deeply personal one as this was the hospital that was able to undo years of damage on my little brother’s elbow that happened after multiple unfortunate breaks and barbaric surgery procedures done by incompetent doctors in the 80s. His right elbow was set incorrectly and, as a result, his arm was growing shorter and completely crooked, to the point that it was difficult for him to bend and, since it’s his dominant arm, this was a big problem. He also had metal spikes inside his arm which had to be removed from the flesh that had grown around them and this was altogether a very complex procedure that required best experts and best post-​op care since the recovery period was incredibly long.
I believe we got referred to Shriners by members of our church in the early nineties and after the assessment of the damage, the doctors advised my parents not to allow anything to be done on the arm until after my brother would go through his teenage growth spurt. They monitored the situation with my family and when it was GO TIME, we were all eased through this very difficult period.
During the recovery, I remember meeting other patients from all around the world who were taken in by Shriners and as heartbreaking as it was to learn of their stories and maladies, there was a great and uplifting spirit that the staff took time to nurture. In particular, I remember that they had a radio station at the hospital that he kids were allowed to take over and participate in as one of their activities. I think that was one of my brother’s favorites and we even have a picture of him sitting at all the audio equipment, bandaged up but very happy.
Again, there are not enough words in the world to describe the deep gratitude I feel for Shriners. If you are researching this place because it may be a part of your or your loved ones’ healing journey, then please take my wholehearted words of love for this hospital into consideration.
In summary, it’s a place you hate to have to need but LOVE to have it be there.

5 Stars for the Shriners Hospital of LA for
The Amazing medical & philanthropy work
They provide to the children & their families
And if I could I will give them more than 5
Stars because all the work is done for free
And out of love.
The hospital provides the best medical staff
In North America if not the entire World in
Regards of body injury & artificial leg & arm
Replacement facilities!
The hospital is extremely clean and the staff
Are always attentive and on top of their work and the children receive consented
Care and love and donations from several
Organizations and private groups.
They make the most advanced prosthetic Legs and arms in the medical industry and it
Is absolutely free to the patient but paid by
Donations of the Shriners and even the kids
Get to chose to have their own pictures on
Their aded legs :)
I can’t say more words to describe how
Great and positive work the Shriners Hospital does to improve the life’s of this
Children and put them back again to society Ad productive members,
GOD Bless.

All I can say is thank God for the Shriners. They are the BEST! We had better care and caring staff and doctors than from many of those for whom we were billed. My son was a patient there from the time he was 4 until he was 19 years old. The care was top notch, and, as a parent, I was also well taken care of, especially during those times when I was obliged to spend some time there, sometimes up to two weeks. We couldn’t have been a happier or more blessed to have had this hospital, its staff and the Shriners who run and support it in our lives. Thank you, thank you thank you from the bottom of our hearts and God bless.

5 star reviews are no justice for this noble cause! For decades, Shriners Hosptials have been helping children with certain ailments at no cost. It’s really one of the best kept secrets in Los Angeles. The quality of service is outstanding and the staff exceeds the level of service that is expected of them. It’s a very loving atmosphere and caters to the children in so many ways to keep them happy and comfortable. I love you guys!

This is a nonprofit hospital that does great things for children. They specialize in spine cases and plastics. It is a relatively small hospital, but is gated and very clean.
The staff is very nice, and there are a lot of amenities for the kids (video games, toys, arts and crafts).
They also have a lot of events or celebrities who come through to read to the kids.
Would highly recommend!