Let's Talk About Life

When Lifebanc staff are in public and the topic of where you work or organ donation comes up, a long involved conversation usually ensues. However, recently at a local restaurant […]

We share many stories about organ donor families and transplant recipients, but it isn’t very often that we talk about someone whose loved one died because they didn’t receive the […]

Lifebanc staff members work alongside the hospital staff at centers to ensure that donation protocols and policies are in place. As you can imagine, communication is critical. One way to […]

There are many reasons why people love this event but primarily, they participate to honor a loved one touched by donation or transplantation, or for a cause they strongly support. […]

If you’ve driven down west 25th street in the past few months, you’ll have noticed a lot of new construction at MetroHealth. But a new hospital building isn’t the only new thing happening at Metro. […]

Lynda Corea knows the joy and gratefulness of being the mom of a transplant recipient, as well as the unimaginable pain of then being the mom of an organ donor. […]

Walter Mootz was a pizza-making radio DJ who loved music and traveling. He also was a fantastic swimmer and an Elvis impersonator. More than anything, Walter loved helping people. So […]

As the Chief of HR Services for Cleveland Clinic, Don Corpora supports the 65,000 domestic and 72,000 global caregivers employed by the Clinic. He also has served on the Lifebanc Finance Committee and is now the Treasurer of the Lifebanc […]

Imagine being only 18 and having to make a donation decision for you mom. Joey Gase, know as a car driver and owner in the Xfinity and Cup NASCAR series, […]

We can hardly believe that we have reached an epic milestone of 100 episodes of our podcast. When we started in 2019, we had no idea how vital each episode […]

We celebrate motherhood, something we hold in high regard. This episode is uplifting as it is emotional. Chuck and Rose Vinci happily expected their second child when a fatal diagnosis […]

There are many intriguing stories of transplant recipients and their journey toward health. But the path for lung transplant recipients can be long in some circumstances. Our guest, Jacqueline Weiler, […]

Recently, we were given a gift at Lifebanc. We received an email from Karen Ormiston inquiring about getting involved with Lifebanc. When we heard Karen’s story, we were impressed with […]

The majority of individuals on the national organ waitlist require a kidney transplant. The average wait time here in northeast Ohio is three to five years, with most people enduring […]

As spring approaches, we welcome wedding bells and brides choosing their extraordinary dresses. We’re so excited to be a part of Jacqueline’s Bridal “Wedding Rewind”  and grateful to be the beneficiary of this fundraiser. But what’s the connection between donation and wedding dresses, you ask? Listen to the Bonilla family’s story to discover how the staff at University Hospitals Medical Center and...

Individuals from all over the country come to Cleveland seeking medical care, including organ transplantation. When you’re in a strange city, the transplant journey can be especially overwhelming. Transplant House of Cleveland  provides a home-away-from-home for patients in the evaluation process for transplant, on the waiting list, and post-transplant.  Annette Humberson, LISW  at Transplant Hous...

For  Chris Klug , skateboarding and snowboarding were a way of life and something he loved since he was young. He quickly discovered that he excelled at the new sport of competitive snowboarding. Chris won eleven National Champion titles, five world cup championships and realized every athlete’s dream when he participated in the 1998 Olympics! You can understand why, then, Chris could hardly belie...

At only 15 years old, Candice Monroe was diagnosed with cardiomyopathy and placed on the heart transplant waiting list. Her condition was dire as she waited at the Cleveland Clinic.    Chuck Roberts and his family lived in Fort Wayne, Indiana, a few hundred miles away. When he received devasting news that his 15-year-old daughter, Alicia , had a tragic accident, Chuck’s other daughter shared that...

This week, host Colleen Gerber visits with one of our newer staff members, Dena Balk, Bereavement Coordinator & Counselor. Dena had big shoes to fill when she began at Lifebanc last fall, but she’s a perfect fit, and the new skills she brings are enhancing services to donor families. Dena also shares her very personal connection to our mission and why she is driven to give back and serve our f...

Join host  Colleen Gerber  for the last podcast of the year as she revisits memorable conversations and special guests from 2021. We look forward to 2022 and continuing to save lives is the reason for a third season of  Let's Talk About Life , although some changes will occur, as announced in this episode.

Do you know that, according to the CDC, blinding eye diseases affect 80 million Americans? The economic impact of major vision problems among U.S. adults 40 years and older is more than $145 billion each year. Northeast Ohio is rich with institutions that diligently work to improve lives at home and abroad. Listen to a fascinating conversation with  Dr. Onkar Sawant, Director  of the Eversight Cen...

This year, Lifebanc has been  celebrating 35 years  of saving and healing lives. If we think about that for a moment, that means hundreds of thousands of lives have been touched by the work of Lifebanc. It’s amazing to look back and stand in awe of all we’ve accomplished. However, as much fun that would be, to remain successful in our mission, Lifebanc must be focused on year 36 and beyond. re thr...

Are you ready to be part of a team that saves lives every day?  Jodi Baldwin, Lifebanc Human Resource Generalist, joins the podcast to talk about the advantages of being a Lifebanc staff member. She also explains our Top Performer Philosophy that helps us identify individuals who will positively impact the mission as a Lifebanc team member. Lastly, Jodi shares the current job openings available at...

A continuation of the conversation with  Michael Lynn , a professional musician and liver transplant recipient. Michael shares what happened when he posted on his Facebook page that he was celebrating the ninth anniversary of his transplant. A colleague at the Oberlin Conservatory of Music,  Robert Walters , and his 11-year-old daughter  Saya   Walters  join the conversation explaining why organ d...

Michael Lynn  is a highly accomplished musician. He is an expert in flute and recorder, a professor at  Oberlin  Conservatory of Music ,  and a devotee of baroque music. He has played with many symphonies and ensembles, including for the inaugural luncheons of both  Presidents Obama and Trump . In addition to teaching at the Conservatory, Michael served for a time as the associate dean. However, a...