11/08/2025
👋 Meet Ella.
When Ella was born in Tennessee, her parents knew something was wrong but no one had answers. After days in the NICU, they learned she had a rare condition called cloacal malformation, a complex diagnosis affecting the urinary, digestive, and reproductive systems.
Searching for hope, Ella’s family found Nationwide Children’s Center for Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction and Dr. Richard Wood. With a dedicated team of specialists in urology, gynecology, and colorectal surgery, Ella underwent a life-changing reconstructive surgery near her very first birthday.
Today, Ella is thriving. She’s healthy, happy, and full of laughter—and her family credits her care team for giving her the chance to grow and live life to the fullest!