Kidney transplant

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

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.

While on vacation in San Diego, an NYPD captain suffered a heart attack. After three months at Sharp Memorial, he received a heart transplant.

People diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD) may have questions about the condition and wonder what to expect.

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