Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children patient Harrison smiling

Jan 31, 2017 / Spotlight

Amputee Ski Trip Spotlight: Harrison, age 14 of Burleson

Harrison, age 14 of Burleson, has been a patient of Scottish Rite Hospital since he was an infant. He was born with a condition called fibular hemimelia, which resulted in a right leg amputation. In his spare time, Harrison enjoys riding his bike and playing video games with friends. This will be Harrison’s first time skiing. While he’s excited to get on the mountain, this pepperoni pizza lover is especially excited for the pizza party that happens on Friday night of the Ski Trip.

About the Annual Amputee Ski Trip

February 2017 will mark the 36th anniversary of the annual Amputee Ski Trip, held each year at the National Sports Center for the Disabled in Winter Park, Colorado. Fourteen teenage patients with limb differences receive practical recreational therapy, while also having the opportunity to grow, build confidence and bond with others similar to them.

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