Pediatric cancer patients at Christus Children’s hospital celebrated a major milestone on Monday.
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“It’s almost like a fairy tale to me because, I mean, we found out in March, and then six months later, he’s ringing the bell,” said Tristan’s dad, Mark Casarez. “He’s done.”“It just reaffirms that I’m doing what I’m supposed to be doing,” said Dr. Dimarys Sanchez with Christus Children’s hospital. “And I think it’s the most rewarding part of our job. And we look forward to this, you know, with every single patient that comes.
At the ceremony, 16-year-old Narcedalia Natalie Ojeda held a white lantern, distinguishing her as a survivor of leukemia. The event begins at 6 p.m. at Civic Park at Hemisfair . KSAT reporter Daniela Ibarra is expected to emcee the opening ceremony.and join KSAT in celebrating and remembering those patients navigating their cancer journey and honoring those who have been lost. The walk is approximately a mile and welcomes strollers, pets, and wheelchairs.
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