Regina Karchner was finally diagnosed with a Pediatric Brain Tumor when she was 16 years old, 2 years after her symptoms were dismissed by her pediatrician, who suggested that Regina's mother , who was insisting on a more thorough examination, go for psychological help.
As is always the case, her mother proved to be correct and Regina has since dedicated her life to helping other Pediatric Brain Cancer survivors through her position as the West Region Social Work Coordinator for the Children's Brain Tumor Foundation.