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How are you touched by transplantation?
I am a Recipient
What is your city / state and country of residence?
Miami, FL USA
If you are a recipient, what type of transplant did you receive?
Kidney / Pancreas
Recipients: In this space, feel free to list those you are grateful to for receiving the Gift of LIfe:
I don't know if my donor had expressed her desire to be an organ donor so I would like to thank my donor's family for making that decision. I also want to honor my donor by living my life the best way that I can so that her sacrifice was not in vain. And of course, I want to thank GOD almighty for proving to me once again that NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE.
If you are a recipient, what type of donor did you receive your Gift of Life from?
Deceased Donor
If you are a recipient, when did you have your transplant(s)?
April 9th, 2008
What is your principal transplant med(s)?
Prograf and Rapamune
What is your hospital and, or doctor's name, city / state and country?
Jackson Memorial Hospital
Dr. George Burke
Miami, FL USA
What do you do for a living?
I am disabled right now. But I do volunteer work for the National Kidney Foundation. I was invited to speak in front of Congress for World Kidney Day this past March.
About Me: Please use this space to tell the community about yourself and your unique experience with transplantation:
I need to gather my thoughts about this one. Just got my transplant.
How did you find out about TransplantCafe.com?
From another transplant recipient I met in Washington DC.
What is your relationship status?
Married
My Personal (non-commercial) Website, Page, or Blog URL:
http://www.myspace.com/colombiantesorito

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Against All Odds

I keep a blog on my myspace. This is the blog I wrote after my transplant last month: So I thought I was on hold on the transplant list because of my wisdom teeth situation. I received the call early in the morning on Tuesday, April 8th. They asked me some questions about my overall health. I was told to come to the lab to give them a blood sample because they had found a possible donor. Since I had a false alarm the week before, I didn't get too excited. At the lab my transplant coordinator ca… Continue

Posted on May 13th, 2008 at 1:23pm — 1 Comment (Add)

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At 4:10pm on June 30th, 2008, Donnia said…
Hi! Congratulations on your new transplant. I am new here:) I just received a kidney tx on June 5, 2008. I loved reading your information. Hope you have a great week!
At 12:02pm on May 19th, 2008, Ken Hendrickson said…
howdy........
At 9:10am on May 16th, 2008, Lizzie D said…
You are a strong, beautiful and amazing person. Let me know if you ever need anything from me or the organization that I work for. Sending you lots of hugs!!!
At 8:31am on May 16th, 2008, Rose said…
We did just talk about all this and I know how scary it was for you. I admire your courage and faith. And, most of all, I like your feisty spirit! You have already made a difference in so many people's lives. It's only the beginning, my friend...
At 11:22pm on May 15th, 2008, Zach Brooks said…
That's great. Have you invited him to join TransplantCafe.com? He's a great guy. I'm glad you guys have stayed in touch.

Estoy feliz que estes bien amiga.

Zacarias
At 1:34pm on May 13th, 2008, mark mcgrew said…
Hey Denise, thank you for your response, and your encouraging words. I know that all things are possible with God on our side. I will not lose faith in him. Welcome to the cafe.
At 11:41am on May 13th, 2008, Paul Ritchie said…
Felicidades!!! or tu transplante yo soy diabetico por casi 30 anos pero en Mexico casi no hacen el transplante de rinon y pancreas a la vez, ojala algun dia pueda recibir uno, te mando un abrazo, vas asistir a los juegos de transplantados?
At 10:29am on May 13th, 2008, Paul Ritchie said…
HI DENISSE THANK YOU FOR ADDING ME AS A FRIEND, HABLAS ESPAÑOL? SALUDOS UN ABRAZO
At 9:18am on May 13th, 2008, Zach Brooks said…
Denise:

You sound great. You're also such a great advocate for kidney disease. I haven't heard from Ken. What is he up to? Have you invited him to transplantcafe.com?

Talk soon beautiful.

Zach
At 4:52am on May 11th, 2008, Justine said…
Hello!! How are you finding things now? I am almost 2 years into my double-lung transplant..not as long as Tracey's 19years!! Gives us hope..eh!! Hugs from me in the UK xx

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