A cherished Minnie Mouse doll that has helped a young girl through 40 brain surgeries at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has been found.

A young girl who survived numerous brain surgeries was tickled pink to be reunited with her favorite Minnie Mouse doll after an extensive search when it was thought to be lost.

Girl who had Minnie Mouse doll by her side for 40 brain surgeries has 'sparkle back' after toy was found Bre Ramirez, 13, has had the doll by her side for 40 brain surgeries.