Kidney transplant

The latest news and patient stories about kidney transplant from Sharp HealthCare experts and our Sharp Health News writers and contributors.

Jason donated his kidney to his stepfather, giving him a second chance at life.

A husband donates his kidney to a stranger to give his wife a better chance at life.

Less than 18 months after receiving a life-saving kidney transplant, Richi Rodrigues represented his country on the soccer field.

When Dana Bottoms’ ex-husband offered to be the donor for her kidney transplant, they didn’t know they would make surgical history.

Facing kidney failure at 25, Alejandra Salazar found hope through her mother’s gift and skilled surgeons at Sharp Memorial Hospital.

When her husband of 36 years required a kidney transplant, Yolanda Bobadilla turned out to be a perfect match.

After living with an LVAD — a mechanical pump used to support a heart too weak to pump on its own — for years, Paul finally received a new heart.

Teresita Brooke posted on Facebook about needing a kidney and received a life-changing response.

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