Go Bucks Go!

Six weeks ago, 11-year-old Ian was literally on life support. Diagnosed in February with severe aplastic anemia — a serious disease in which the bone marrow doesn’t produce blood cells — Ian didn’t respond to initial medical treatment and developed a life-threatening infection. After surgery to help treat the infection, Ian was placed on a ventilator and was put into a medically induced coma so his body could rest and heal.

Three weeks ago, Ian received a bone marrow transplant and has since been slowly and steadily improving. While waking up, he saw Dr. Dave Margolis’ bright green hair. A huge Bucks fan himself, Ian wanted to be a part of Dr. Dave’s playoff tradition. But first, he had to get healthy and strong enough.

Like the Bucks, Ian has been working hard and practicing. In fact, a portion of his daily physical therapy sessions has been dedicated to strengthening his right hand — so he could color Dr. Dave’s hair green. Earlier today, all of Ian’s hard work paid off. Great work, Ian! And Ian says, “Go Bucks Go!”

Evan Solochek Writer Children's Wisconsin

Children’s Wisconsin is the region’s only independent health care system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. At Children’s Wisconsin, we know kids aren’t just little adults and we tailor care specifically for the unique needs of a small, growing body.