The Brief
- Sander Smaby is preparing for a critical surgery on June 17 to correct his knock knees, a result of Noonan syndrome.
- His family, facing financial hardship, has started a GoFundMe to help cover the extraordinary medical expenses.
- Sander hopes to walk into high school on his own, inspiring others with his resilience.
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (FOX 9) – A Minneapolis teenager and his family are preparing for a life-changing surgery while facing tough financial challenges. They are preparing for a crucial surgery and a new chapter.
Life-changing surgery
What we know:
Sander Smaby, diagnosed with Noonan syndrome, is scheduled for surgery on June 17 to correct the knock knees caused by his condition. His orthopedic surgeon explained that the timing is critical because Sander’s growth plates are aligned for a short window, making this the right moment medically.
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