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First person

Last Christmas, I knew a liver transplant was my only chance to survive. This holiday, I’m alive because of the ultimate gift.

By John Howser

It never leaves my thoughts that someone I don't know made it possible for me to still be here.

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In memoriam

Honor walk video from Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital honors two organ donors and their families

By Emily Stembridge

The two organ procurements were the first at VWCH in almost five years

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Patient Spotlight

In memory of Kyle

By Matt Batcheldor

Last year, an honor walk for paramedic Kyle Fisher went viral. Now, his mother, a nurse at Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital, is promoting organ donation in his memory.

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In memoriam

As a paramedic, Kyle Fisher saved many lives. As an organ donor, he saved six more.

By Matt Batcheldor

Vanderbilt staff pays tribute to his heroism with Honor Walk

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