Meet Nash

In the midst of Easter weekend in 2022, Nash's parents, Kendyll and Preston, noticed a lump on his stomach. At the recommendation of his pediatrician, they took Nash to Phoenix Children’s—and that’s when their world turned upside down. Nash, then just 21 months old, was diagnosed with hepatoblastoma, a form of liver cancer.

The response from Nash's dedicated care team at the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders was immediate and comprehensive. They placed a port on Nash while he was under anesthesia, laying the groundwork for the arduous battle that lay ahead.

Immediately, Nash embarked on an intensive journey of inpatient chemotherapy, enduring six grueling cycles. Amidst the rollercoaster of hope and setbacks, two transplant offers were received but ultimately fell through. However, in a heartening turn of events, a new liver was successfully transplanted to Nash in November. He triumphantly rang the bell at Phoenix Children's in January 2023, symbolizing the completion of his treatment and his hard-fought victory over cancer.

Since his diagnosis and the commencement of his treatment, Nash has made remarkable progress with the unwavering support of his loved ones and exceptional care he received at Phoenix Children's.

Despite the battles that lie ahead, Nash's family remains filled with hope. Kendyll says, “The PCH team is the most brilliant, patient, respectful, and selfless team of people I’ve ever met. We’ve always had amazing experiences there—even on the toughest of days. Many people have been a part of this victory.”