Mackenzie Smoley, an Orlando teen, loves to ride her electric scooter. A seemingly minor accident on the scooter drove the handlebars into the teen’s midsection, knocking her to the ground. What happened afterward knocked her family for a loop.
Other than feeling embarrassed, Mackenzie, 14, had no visible bruises or scratches – just some discomfort. Her mom, Sharon Smoley, didn’t think the injuries were serious.
After resting all day Sunday, Mackenzie returned to school Monday and the pain returned to the point that she was unable to walk up stairs. She went to the school nurse, who called mom to suggest that mom take Mackenzie to a doctor.
Sharon Smoley took her daughter to AdventHealth Orlando ER and physicians performed a scan that revealed something unexpected: The teen had a lacerated kidney with internal bleeding that, if left untreated, could result in a loss of that kidney – or worse.
WESH-2 News shares the story of how a visit to an AdventHealth ER following the fall led to advanced care that saved a teenager’s life. https://www.wesh.com/article/orlando-teen-er-discovery/39898299
Sharon’s message for parents: If your child has any traumatic accident, it is worth the trip to the ER.
“If there is ever a question, you go,” she said.
12 items. To interact with these items, press Control-Option-Shift-Right Arrow. These items are in a slider. To advance slider forward, press Shift-Command-Right Arrow. To advance slider backward, press Shift-Command-Left Arrow.
News
The ‘Drive’ to Save Lives: How the key to increasing organ donation in Florida could begin with getting your driver license
An innovative effort is underway to increase the number of organ donors in minority communities.
News
IBS Awareness Month: Understanding Irritable Bowel Syndrome
April is recognized as IBS Awareness Month, dedicated to educating the public about irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), its symptoms, and the importance of seeking appropriate treatment.
News
AdventHealth Training Center coming to historic ballpark
Expected to open by 2026, the AdventHealth Training Center at Jackie Robinson Ballpark will enhance player wellness and support downtown revitalization.
News
Extracorporeal CPR brings new hope for cardiac arrest patients
AdventHealth and Orange County collaborate to enhance mortality and neurological outcomes at AdventHealth Orlando.
News
The sky’s the limit: How joint replacement can transform your life
Nicol McGough understands all too well how physical inactivity brought on by illness or injury can severely damage a person’s well-being.
Press Release
AdventHealth Primary Care Clinic welcomes Jessica Napier, PA-C, to Women's Care Team
Press Release
AdventHealth Heart of Florida and AdventHealth Lake Wales earn prestigious national recognition for promoting organ, eye and tissue donation
Press Release
AdventHealth Wesley Chapel leads Pasco County with first Symplicity procedure
Press Release
AdventHealth South Overland Park receives High 5 for Mom & Baby recognition
News
Comprehensive cancer care coming to AdventHealth Winter Garden
The expansion of the AdventHealth Cancer Institute will bring world-class care close to home for residents of the West Orange and South Lake communities.
Press Release
AdventHealth Manchester Welcomes Dr. Christopher G. Yeary, General Surgeon
Media Coverage
How to become an organ donor & why it's so important
AdventHealth's Bobby Nibhanupudy, MD, discusses the importance of organ donation and explains just how easy it is to sign up to become an organ donor.