New Episode! ๐๏ธ #TransplantTalks - "Proving them Wrong." youtu.be/UDSPNyW3_jw
Matison is a remarkable woman who pushed through unfathomable barriers to get double lung and kidney transplants so that she could have the chance to continue living. @AmerTransplant ๐๐๐
Victoria Threadgould gave the gift of life not once, but twice! She donated a kidney and later became the first at @uchealth to donate part of the right lobe of her liver through cutting edge, less-invasive, robotic surgery. Her courage, compassion, and trailblazing spirit inspires us all. tinyurl.com/227qzf7y
After her husband needed a liver and kidney transplant, Wendy Amendolari decided to pay it forward by donating part of her liver to someone who needed it. Our partners at @UCHealth met with Wendy to discuss her decision and the process.
uchealth.org/today/woman-donโฆ
Recognizing Dr. Laura Vargas who represented CU at the White House Roundtable on Gun Violence in Latino Communities on October 11th. As said by Dr. Vargas, she is deeply honored to be a part of this group and to represent CU.
Check out our latest episode of ๐#TransplantTalks with @nicvustyoutu.be/d3qc2msJ5ds?si=fT-0โฆ
Nic is a nurse practitioner in a rural Iowa ER and a pilot who transports organs for transplantation. Watch this episode for a behind the scenes peek into the world of organ transplant air transportation. @AmerTransplant
James Burton, MD, professor of gastroenterology, was interviewed by @CPRNews about the growing number of patients who need liver transplants due to excessive drinking๐๏ธโฌ๏ธ
cpr.org/show-segment/coloradโฆ
Thank you, Kweku Hazel, MD for your lecture on the vital topic of "Increasing Black Participation in Clinical Research Through Community Engagement" at the Department of Surgery Research Seminar Series. An important conversation to continue! @CUDeptSurg#ImproveEveryLife
๐ Meet @Kweku_Hazel! An amazing researcher and GI/Trauma/Endocrine surgeon with @cugites ! โจ Kweku is dedicated to promoting culturally responsive surgery and is leading community-partnered research with Black immigrant communties in Colorado! Funded by @NIDDKgov 's 'Emerging Physician Scientists' @CUAnschutz@AuroraGov@CUMedicalSchool
Dr. Burton, Medical Director of Liver Transplantation, says more people need liver transplants due to excessive drinking, worsened by the pandemic.
Many donโt realize they're overdrinking, & doctors arenโt always warning them about the risks.
Read more: bit.ly/4fbvrS5
I support organ donation because it's the most incredible thing to be able to save someone's life with donation while you're still alive!
#livingliverdonor
๐This Halloween we are looking to show the world why organ donation is not spooky! We would love your help to show everyone why they should support organ donation. We are asking all of our supporters to Haunt It or Flaunt It by posting a photo of why they support donation. ๐ป
With co-host Anastasia Henry, executive director of @AmerTransplant and featuring professional dancer and liver transplant recipient, Maria Gonzalez.
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August 30th is Grief Awareness Day, a time to reflect on the complex and personal journey of loss. If you're struggling, know that it's okay to reach out for support. You don't have to walk this path alone.
๐ Victoria made history as the first right lobe robotic living liver donor in the Rocky Mountain region!
After donating a kidney in 2022, she felt called to donate part of her liver, too. Now thriving, sheโs a true inspiration, showing us the power of selfless giving. ๐