WHO AM I? I am a 43 year old father of 2 young girls. PKD is an inherited disease that causes cysts to build up in the kidneys until they no longer function. I am currently at end stage renal failure and in desperate need of a kidney transplant. Family and friends have offered to donate a kidney but were screened out due to medical conditions.
Both my wife and I are desperate. My wife and I have been married for more than 15 years. My daughters are only 9 years old. I work in my family business started by my father and the responsiblity to continue the company falls solely on me.
Winter and summer are my favorite times of the year. I enjoy reading, listening to music, driving, sending greeting cards, postcards, and packages with a variety of stamps, giving presents, visiting museums, going for walks, volunteering in the community, spending time with family and friends. A kidney transplant would save me from a life of dialysis and restrictions.
Why I Need a Kidney
A kidney transplant will restore my quality of life, allow me to be a present father and husband. I hope to be able to spend time with my family and treasure the precious time we have together.
I am more than happy to cover lost wages up to $150,000, any medical costs associated with testing and evaluation, as well as any medical complications that arise post operation. I will also cover all necessary travel expenses as needed.
WHERE TO DONATE:
The firs step would be a medical screening and tissue typing matching. This can be done at your local Quest Diagnostics. If we are a fit, we can work together to determine the best operation center for both of us.
Thank You!
How You Can Help
If you are a healthy individual, you only need 1 kidney to continue living normal lives while your donated spare can save my life.
Fill out the interest questionaire and thank you so much for your generosity.
Support & Protections Available to Donors
- Lost Wages
Up to $150,000 reimbursement
- Travel and Medical Costs
Travel and testing costs fully covered
- Minimal Impact
Donors continue to lead normal lives
- Remote Testing
avoid air travel for donor evaluation & surgery
- Best Match
maximize the impact of your donation
- Legal Support
fighting termination & discrimination
- Complication Protection
reimbursement for complications costs
- Reduce Wasted Time
streamlined donation process
- Home Blood Draws
where availble for Quest Mobile
- Help Other Donors
give feedback to improve the process