Kendric Campbell

Kendric Campbell Kendric is a 3 year old boy who was diagnosed with medulloblastoma (brain cancer.) Kendric started vomiting a few mornings about a month ago. Thank you!

Kendric Campbell, a sweet and adorable 3 year old boy from Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada, has been diagnosed with Medulloblastoma. After multiple visits to the doctors everyone thought it was “reflux”. Kendric's parents had enough and demanded for something to be done. Kendric was sent for a CT scan where it showed he had a brain tumour. The tumour was located on/near his brain stem. Kendric and his mother Erica were flown from their hometown in Moncton, New Brunswick to Halifax, Nova Scotia to meet with a specialist at the IWK Health Centre on Monday, October 10, 2011. His father Mark and 8-month old brother Davis have joined them in Halifax in what is turning out to be a very heart-wrenching time for their family. While at the IWK, they were told the brain tumour was inoperable. This was a very difficult time for Mark & Erica. After further consultation, the medical staff decided that they would operate on Friday, October 14th. With a 50/50 chance, Kendric made it through a 9.5 hour brain surgery. The sweet little boy showed his strength that day!! The next day, the MRI showed that the doctors were able to remove all of the tumour from the brain. The next step was to complete the pathology to determine what type they tumour it was. Four days after the surgery, the results showed that it was malignant and called medulloblastoma. Kendric must now go through an extensive chemotherapy and radiation treatment for the next 24 months, still staying at the IWK in Halifax, NS.. several hours drive from his home. The family's hardship does not end there! His mother Erica, is on maternity leave with their 8 month old son. To make matters worse Mark is unable to work due to the travel commitments and to be with his family. We are asking for any support that you could provide--- If you can raise money at work, do a zumba class, bake sale, donate, provide gift cards.. or be creative to provide this family with one more miracle---it would be greatly appreciated......

Thanks for everything and keep praying,
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It’s been a long few weeks, but we’re finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.Kendric has been healing well (f...
02/21/2026

It’s been a long few weeks, but we’re finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.

Kendric has been healing well (finally!) from his leg infection. It’s not completely healed yet, but we are definitely getting there and for that, we are so grateful.

After three ER visits, twice in Saint John and once in Moncton, I can honestly say he received top-notch, efficient and quality care every single time. The compassion, professionalism, and attention he was given did not go unnoticed. A very special thank you to Dr. Walsh at TMH who truly went above and beyond for my young man. We will never forget the kindness shown to us during a stressful time. Maybe I can open up my trust to some more hospitals....maybe.

Now that Kendric is starting to feel better, we can finally shift our focus to happier things. High school graduation is just around the corner! We are so excited for what the next few months will bring.

A huge thank you to Signway Ltd in Moncton for gifting our special graduate his HUGE high school banner , such an incredibly thoughtful gesture. We can’t wait to hang it outside and celebrate him the way he deserves!

It truly takes a community, and we are so thankful for ours. 💙
If you see Kendric, be sure to congratulate him, he’s definitely earned it! 🎉

02/10/2026

Things took a turn today and we’re back in the hospital. Feeling overwhelmed, but thankful for the care and support we have received so far.

Thank you to everyone who has checked in, sent messages, and kept Kendric in your thoughts. It means more than you probably realize. We’re taking things one step at a time and focusing on getting through this part. Day by day as they say...

Kendric was so excited to tag along with Reid for a weekend of hockey in Saint John. Of course, life had other plans and...
02/07/2026

Kendric was so excited to tag along with Reid for a weekend of hockey in Saint John. Of course, life had other plans and we ended up in the ER this morning for an infection in his leg.

I just want to say how incredibly thankful I am for the care we are receiving here. The difference in triage and overall care compared to past experiences in Moncton is UNBELIEVABLE. We were triaged within 10 minutes, saw a doctor within 30 minutes, and had tests and treatments done within the hour. Waiting to see what the plan is and of course hoping for good news for Kendric.

The quality of care, efficiency, and kindness from the staff is truly remarkable. As a mom and patient advocate, we are so grateful for everything you do for families like ours. Thank you Saint John Regional Hospital..

I knew this time would come: Kendric slowly transitioning into the adult world of medicine. It’s terrifying in many ways...
01/08/2026

I knew this time would come: Kendric slowly transitioning into the adult world of medicine. It’s terrifying in many ways, especially given his complex medical history. Today marked the beginning of that transition as we were discharged from our first IWK paediatric clinic, the paediatric respiratory clinic with Dr. Mateos.

We first met Dr. Mateos on Christmas Eve in 2011, when Kendric was urgently transferred from our home hospital to the IWK. Kendric had pneumonia for a week and was quickly deteriorating. It was definitely one of the scariest moments in his health journey for me. Watching anyone struggle to breathe is heartbreaking and horrifying, especially when it's a child...when it's your child. I still remember that feeling of walking into the ER at the IWK after that long, noisy ambulance ride filled with beeping machines, dropping oxygen levels, and a very frightened little boy with no breath left to even shed a tear. Dr. Berman (forever a favourite) greeted us and immediately took charge. He quickly consulted Dr. Mateos, and I remember the overwhelming sense of relief knowing Kendric’s lungs were now in the hands of an expert. For a few days, things were definitely touch and go. We didn’t know if Kendric would need to be ventilated or transferred to the ICU. Slowly though, with the right treatment and in the hands of an incredible specialist, he began to improve...His breathing finally eased. Within the week, he was back on his feet, literally running the halls of the IWK again.

For 15 years, Dr. Mateos has been a core part of Kendric’s medical team. For those same 15 years, I had complete confidence that Kendric would never struggle to breathe again. Letting go of that certainty is something we are both going to have to adjust to.

I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Mateos and his team. Words don’t fully capture how grateful we are or how much we will miss having him as part of Kendric’s care.

We’re starting the year off with a quick trip to the IWK early tomorrow morning for a full day of appointments. I am bey...
01/08/2026

We’re starting the year off with a quick trip to the IWK early tomorrow morning for a full day of appointments. I am beyond thankful for this place. I truly don’t know where we would be without their guidance through Kendric’s life and medical challenges.

Trust in a hospital is something that’s earned, and the IWK has proven time and time again that even when they don’t have all the answers, they will find someone who does. A few years ago, they connected us with SickKids, who have played a huge role in helping navigate the treatment options for these "rare" strokes Kendric has faced over the past few years. The IWK has been our second home these past 15 years and we will be forever thankful for them 💙.

Picture: Back in 2011 when Kendric was just diagnosed with brain cancer...his favourite thing to do at the IWK was to dress everyone up and parade them around the hospital!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!! 💙⚡️
12/26/2025

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!! 💙⚡️

12/21/2025

Still working hard in PT every week. SO proud of how determined he is and amazed at how far he has come since his first stroke almost 3 years ago....

We had a GREAT time at the Celtics game 🏀💚. Before we left Boston, we also found the Nova Scotia Christmas tree!! We fi...
12/13/2025

We had a GREAT time at the Celtics game 🏀💚. Before we left Boston, we also found the Nova Scotia Christmas tree!! We figured out a very long time ago that creating moments of fun during medical trips is key to getting through them...

Kendric just started a new medication-injection with the guidance from Sick Kids and IWK that we are hoping helps...

Go Celtics!!
11/21/2025

Go Celtics!!

When you tell your son he’s going to a Celtics game tonight…the level of excitement is unreal. Basketball is his passion...
11/21/2025

When you tell your son he’s going to a Celtics game tonight…the level of excitement is unreal. Basketball is his passion, and seeing it light him up means everything to me. Thank you Auntie Barbie/Uncle Donnie for getting us some impressive tickets for the game!

We are day 4 in Boston: Yesterday we were at B*H main campus, then stopped by the mall to take in the Boston skyline. I try to make these trips more than just medical appointments and tests...adding little moments that remind him there’s some fun and joy in the middle of it all.

Today it’s bloodwork at B*H main-then off to the Celtics game!

Home tomorrow, but making the most of every minute here with my young man 💚🏀.

Doctors apt went well in Waltham, and we’ve got some follow-up testing at the main campus tomorrow. It’s been a long str...
11/20/2025

Doctors apt went well in Waltham, and we’ve got some follow-up testing at the main campus tomorrow. It’s been a long stretch of travel, early mornings, and nonstop appointments. Thankfully the Celtics are playing Friday night and after everything he’s pushed through, this warrior truly deserves a moment of joy and a boost like that 💚🏀. Can’t wait to surprise him!

Day 1. See all the doctors in the am.
11/18/2025

Day 1. See all the doctors in the am.

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