Walker James Vodicka
Walker James Vodicka was born on May 13, 2022, to parents Thomas and Adyson Vodicka. He is the grandson of Julie Wagner. In July 2022, he was diagnosed with pneumocystis pneumonia at Children’s Hospital and Medical Center. The doctors are very concerned because pneumocystis pneumonia is rare in babies and is usually seen in geriatric patients.
They have performed several tests to pinpoint what is causing his immune deficiency and still do not have a definitive diagnosis. His team of five immunologists is working with the National Institutes of Health in Maryland to help with further testing, starting mid-October.
The little guy has been through a lot. He has had two bronchoscopes to ensure the pneumocystis is gone, a lung biopsy to see why he still needs supplemental oxygen and has to be fed via an NG tube.
Walker remains a cheerful and happy baby as he doesn’t know anything else. Walker's mom had to quit her job to be Walker’s advocate and help care for him at the hospital. His family is praying for answers and a treatment plan so Walker can be a healthy little boy.
