Karter’s Story: From Trauma to Recovery, Thanks to Teamwork

For Karter, a 4-year-old from Hastings, Neb., a ride on his dad’s lawn mower is nothing out of the ordinary. However, on April 13, 2022, this routine father-son task resulted in an accidental injury that required transport to Children’s via helicopter. A collaborative effort from Children’s Orthopedic and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery teams ensured the best outcome for Karter. After 17 surgeries, a 36-night stay in the hospital and ongoing rehabilitation efforts, Karter is back to the energetic activities he enjoys.