Meet Champion, Sawyer

Sawyer has been receiving ongoing care at University of Iowa Health Care Stead Family Children’s Hospital for chronic kidney disease. Over the years, he has undergone multiple surgeries and been treated by specialists in gastroenterology, urology, and nephrology. With only one kidney remaining, Sawyer’s care team works diligently to manage his condition and delay the need for a transplant. Through regular checkups, careful monitoring, and expert interventions, they’ve helped him maintain his health despite the challenges he faces. Sawyer’s resilience shines through each step of his journey. Supported by his family and dedicated medical team, he continues to face his condition with determination and strength. His story reflects the power of specialized, ongoing care, and the difference it can make in helping a child live fully while managing a lifelong diagnosis.