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Join us on the Transplant Strong podcast, where we delve into the remarkable journey of organ transplantation. Hosted by Danny Hiles, a liver transplant recipient due to Wilson’s disease, each episode features heartfelt conversations with guests sharing their own inspiring transplant narratives. From emotional testimonies to groundbreaking research projects, we explore a range of topics relevant to the transplant community. Tune in for stories of resilience, hope, and the power of second cha ...
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TransplantLyfe Community Managers, Jeanmarie and Taryn, had the privilege of attending the Transplant Games of America in Birmingham, Alabama. They share their unique experience of meeting many transplant recipients and recount stories from some of the individuals they met: Elsa, a heart transplant recipient; Jessi, the oldest surviving double lung…
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Alex, who previously received a kidney transplant and is now on the waiting list for a second kidney, sits down with Advanced Nurse Practitioner Denise Goodman and LaVise McCray, a former dialysis patient and current kidney transplant recipient. With 39 years of experience as a dialysis nurse, Denise joins them as they discuss the journey from the …
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Alisha and Jeanmarie sit down with Gabriel, a kidney and pancreas recipient as well as a psychotherapist, to discuss the importance of seeking mental health support during the transplant journey. Alisha, a two-time liver transplant recipient, and Jeanmarie, a kidney transplant recipient, share their experiences and insights on the significance of m…
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Taryn, a kidney/pancreas recipient, sits down with LaVise McCray to discuss the crucial role of peer support among transplant patients. They share personal experiences and highlight how connecting with others who have undergone similar procedures can provide emotional strength, shared knowledge, and a sense of community. Through their conversation,…
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Jeanmarie, an 18-year kidney transplant recipient, and TransplantLyfe Community Manager, engages in a conversation with Dusty Atchison, who underwent a kidney transplant at the age of 17. They explore their distinct strategies for handling doctor appointments and emphasize the significance of self-advocacy when interacting with medical professional…
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Alex Berrios, a community manager at TransplantLyfe and patient advocate, joins Mark Eisen and LaVise McCray to discuss their experiences with receiving kidney transplants. They explore the transition from dialysis to transplant and offer insights on how to effectively advocate for oneself throughout this process.…
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Jeanmarie and Taryn sit down for an in-depth discussion about how and when to ask other people for help during the transplant journey. Jeanmarie is 18 years post kidney transplant and Taryn is a kidney/pancreas transplant recipient, transplanted almost 2 years ago. Together they explore the complex topic of not wanting to be a potential burden to o…
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According to information from DonateLife.com, over 100,000 individuals are currently awaiting a life-saving organ. In 2023, the contributions of over 23,000 donors brought renewed hope and vitality to recipients and their loved ones. In this unique episode dedicated to Donate Life month, we engage in conversations with liver, kidney, heart, and lun…
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Transplant Strong - Episode 44: Overcoming Chronic Illness with Clodagh Roberts. In this powerful episode of Transplant Strong, join us as we delve into Clodagh's remarkable journey of living with a chronic bowel disease that necessitated her consuming all her meals through tubes for many years. Despite the challenges, Clodagh and her family refuse…
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Hello, in this episode I chat with Lisa and we discuss the hospital bag essentials. This list will vary from person to person but this covers most items that you will find helpful and comforting. List includes Eye MaskMini Fan Hair BrushUnderwear of varying sizes Ear PlugsPhone Extra long charging cable and pegs or clipIpad (Tablet)Lip BalmPJ's / D…
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When the interviewer becomes the interviewee!This was a little chat Clodagh and I had before we got into the nitty gritty details of her very own transplant experience. I briefly discuss my experience of being diagnosed with Wilsons Disease.If you would like to hear more about my life with Wilsons Disease and life after a transplant then you can ch…
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Episode 43: Inspiring Journey of a Liver Transplant SurvivorIn this captivating episode of Danny Chats, join host Danny as he sits down with Robyn, an extraordinary liver transplant survivor from the U.K. Robyn's life took an unexpected turn when she experienced liver failure, necessitating an urgent transplant. Despite facing numerous challenges a…
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Episode 42 features special guest Victoria Yocum from America. Victoria is a fellow Wilsons Disease patient who also had a life saving liver transplant and in this episode Victoria talks me through how living with Wilsons Disease affected her life and how she became so ill she needed a liver transplant to keep her alive. At the time of recording th…
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As they transitioned into the transplant world, Alisha and Taiylor discovered a newfound purpose in their experiences. Rather than allowing their pain to define them, they transformed it into a driving force for positive change. Both recognized the importance of peer support and advocacy in helping others navigate the complex transplant journey.…
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Jeanmarie sits down with Gabriel, a kidney/pancreas recipient and psychotherapist to discuss how to manage anxiety while waiting for a life-saving organ. Gabriel recently went through the process, waiting on the list himself for 2 years. Jeanmarie was diagnosed at 16 with Lupus. She had a kidney transplant at 24 years old. Although Jeanmarie has ha…
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Alisha sits down with LaVise to discuss how she never lost hope even when life looked dim. Lavise received a kidney transplant in March 2023. She has faced many challenges throughout her journey. In 2023 she was told she wasn’t going to live to see 2024. It's 2024 and she is thriving! Listen to her incredible story about how she persevered through …
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