Pre to Post Transplant

In this episode you will hear Rod Spadinger talk about his transplant journey, receiving a double lung and liver transplant.  He shares his experiences in getting a transplant and also the amazing things he's done since then.   For more information on Rod's foundation, CF Vests 4 Life, please visit https://cfvests4life.org/ or https://www.facebook.com/CFVests4Life To purchase Rod's book, A COLLECT...

In this episode, you will hear Brandon Mouw talk about his journey with having type I Diabetes, and because of a kidney stone, his condition turned into what is called Brittle Diabetes.  He talks about his struggles with that and going through his pancreas transplant, all the while, having to fundraise to pay for his own transplant.  You can find out more about Brandon on his website: https://bran...

In this episode, Patty Scott talks about going through two liver transplants and overcoming major hurdles along the way.  She also gives us some great behind-the-scene details about writing her book titled "Resilience", and explains the benefits that transplant recipients will get out of reading it.   If you would like more information about the book or how to purchase it, you can find it on her w...

In this episode, you will hear from an incredible nurse who not only dedicated herself to helping patients with Covid, but in the middle of a crazy pandemic, decided to donate her kidney to a 1-year old little boy.   See Taylor's story on Good Morning America Here: Good Morning America - Taylor Pikkarainen. Please leave any comments or suggestions to: Leave a voicemail with your feedback, comments...

The Pre to Post Transplant Podcast is celebrating its 1 year anniversary. Please leave any comments or suggestions to: Leave a voicemail with your feedback, comments or suggestions at 977-pre-to-post (775-773-8676) Email: pretoposttx@gmail.com Facebook page:   https://www.facebook.com/pretoposttx/ Podcast page:  https://pretopost.libsyn.com/ New** Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pretoposttx/

In this episode, Eliza Bell will share her journey from being diagnosed with cardiomyopathy at an early age to receiving a heart transplant.  You will hear her talk about her own podcast (Transplant Talks with Eliza) and all the great things she is doing to give back to her transplant community. You can find Eliza's Podcast at transplantchats.com and her Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/tra...

In this episode, Shannon Hartley talks about receiving a cornea transplant from someone very special and how important it is to become an organ and tissue donor.   Please leave any comments or suggestions to: Leave a voicemail with your feedback, comments, or suggestions at 977-pre-to-post (775-773-8676) Email: pretoposttx@gmail.com Facebook page:   https://www.facebook.com/pretoposttx/ Podcast pa...

In this episode, Denise Redeker shares her story of receiving her heart transplant and the challenges that came with it.  She also shares what wonderful things she is doing to help other transplant recipients in her community. Heartfelt Help Foundation - https://www.heartfelthelpfoundation.com Please leave any comments or suggestions to: Leave a voicemail with your feedback, comments, or suggestio...

In this episode, you will hear Monica talk about her son, Jordon, who passed away not too long ago.  She talks about his decision to donate his organs and also what she is doing to honor his life.  We talk about the 2nd Chance Run and why it is important to her to participate. To sign up for the 2nd Chance Run please use this link:  https://runsignup.com/Race/TX/Houston/DonateLifeTexas2ndChanceRun...

In this episode, I hand the mic over to Kevin McFarlane (my husband), who takes the role of the host and interviews yours truly.  We talk a little bit about my journey over the last 2 years since my transplant.  We also talk about a very special event coming up that is important to both of us as well as many others.  Sign up for the 2nd Chance VIRTUAL Run on September 27, 2020.  You can create you...

In this episode, Kristen Cowan talks about donating her 13-month old's organs after he sadly passed away.  She talks about the wonderful things she's doing to keep Rylen's memory alive and shares the importance of organ donation. Smilin' Rylen Foundation ,  Bo's Place , Emma's Hugs , Now I lay me down to sleep , LifeGift  , Ronald McDonald House Please leave any comments or suggestions to: Leave a...

In this episode, John talks about his experience with needing two liver transplants.   If you would like to read John's blog, please use this link.  John's Liver Transplant Journey If you have any comments or suggestions, please reach out to me pretoposttx@gmail.com

In this episode you will hear Jessica talk about living with Pulmonary Hypertension and why she has been on the transplant list for over 4 years. For more information about the Zoom Pulmonary Power event that Jessica mentions, please reach out to me or Jessica for the Zoom link. Jessica's Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/purplemusicsmile8/ Please leave any comments or suggestions to: Email:...

In this episode, you will hear about the challenges Steve had to overcome after receiving his first transplant.     Please leave any comments or suggestions to: Email: pretoposttx@gmail.com Facebook page:   https://www.facebook.com/pretoposttx/ Podcast page:  https://pretopost.libsyn.com/

In this episode, you will hear Nikki explain how she checked herself into a psychiatric hospital to get help with her depression but instead had to deal with the medical staff not handling her care the way she needed post transplant. Please leave any comments or suggestions to: Email: pretoposttx@gmail.com Facebook page:   https://www.facebook.com/pretoposttx/ Podcast page:  https://pretopost.libs...

In this episode, you will hear Nicole Volesky from the Southwest Transplant Alliance explain the organ recovery process and how to register to become a donor. Register to be a donor here: www.organdonor.gov www. DonateLifeAmerica.net https://www.donatelife.net/ Southwest Transplant Alliance www.organ.gov https://organ.org/volunteer-with-us/ volunteering@organ.org      

In this episode, Esteban tells us about his journey from having Leukemia all the way to getting his lung transplant. If you would like to reach out to me with any feedback or any suggestions on new topics, you can: email - PretoPosttx@gmail.com Facebook messenger to the https://www.facebook.com/pretoposttx page. Or personal facebook messenger: https://www.facebook.com/messages/t/jenny.mcfarlane.56...

In part 2 of Maria's story, she shares her experience with getting and surviving Covid-19. Please leave me a comment and tell me if you are pre-transplant, post-transplant, a caregiver, a friend, family member, or just interested in transplant.   You can leave a comment several ways - Email:  pretoposttx@gmail.com Facebook page:   https://www.facebook.com/pretoposttx/ Podcast page:  https://pretop...

In part 1 Maria's story, she talks about how she received lungs from two living donors and the challenges she had to overcome after her transplant.     Please leave me a comment and tell me if you are pre-transplant, post-transplant, a caregiver, a friend, family memeber, or just interested in transplant.   You can leave a comment several ways - Email: pretoposttx@gmail.com Facebook page:  https:/...

In this episode, you will hear about the challenges and obstacles that Joe Lusk had to overcome to get his transplant; one of those being death.  

Dan shares with us his journey on getting his new lungs, having a stroke during transplant, and being diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at a later age.   He is also an author and currently has one of his books for sale on amazon.  Here is a link to purchase the book.  https://www.amazon.com/Breathe-Story-Familys-Transplant-Journey  

In this episode, Scott shares with us his incredible journey to getting his double lung transplant.   If you would like to leave a comment or suggest a topic, you can reach out to me in a couple of different ways.  Email: pretoposttx@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pretoposttx/  

In this episode, you will hear Karen's incredible story about getting her transplant after being on the transplant list for 6 years. Please leave any comments or suggestions to: Leave a voicemail with your feedback, comments or suggestions at 977-pre-to-post (775-773-8676) Email: pretoposttx@gmail.com Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pretoposttx/ Podcast page: https://pretopost.libsyn.com/...

In this episode, you will hear from Surgeon, Dr. Gabriel Loor, who talks about COVID-19 and how it pertains to transplant recipients.    

In this episode, Margaret shares the ups and downs she went through during her transplant process.   You can email me at pretoposttx@gmail.com If you would like to be on the podcast. Visit our Facebook page to leave a comment or give suggestions: https://www.facebook.com/pretoposttx/