Despite the wonderful news, Isabella expressed mixed emotions about leaving the hospital and the medical team that had become a significant part of her life. “I miss my doctors already and everyone who has helped me because they’re all so nice,” she said. “Like I feel like I’m just saddened today knowing that I wasn’t going to be going back for a while ’cause I love them so much.”
The announcement came just a month after Isabella completed her final chemotherapy treatment for her brain tumor. She marked that milestone by ringing the bell, a tradition for patients who finish their cancer treatments. Her father, Michael Strahan, also celebrated this happy moment.
On Wednesday, Isabella shared another significant step in her recovery by getting her chemotherapy port removed. In a vlog titled “Road to Recovery,” she documented the procedure and showcased her close relationship with the hospital staff.
“I’m really excited,” Isabella said, speaking to her surgeon and anesthesiologist. The video then showed a tiara-wearing Isabella being rolled on a gurney toward her operation room, with hospital staff lining the hallway to cheer her on, some even shaking pom-poms, waving batons, and blowing bubbles.
Isabella’s journey has been one of resilience and hope, capturing the hearts of many who followed her story. Although her next hospital vlog won’t be until October, she hinted that she might document her move back to college, providing a glimpse into her return to normalcy after a year of intense medical treatment.
Throughout her battle, Isabella’s openness about her experiences has been a source of inspiration and support for others facing similar challenges.