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Patient Spotlight

Her dad needed a kidney; hers didn’t match. But through paired donation, her dad got a kidney and so did another person in need.

By Matt Batcheldor

Her blood type was B and his was A. So they went to Plan B.

Employee Spotlight

Stephanie Hays’ own body destroyed her kidneys. Luckily, her daughter had a spare.

By Matt Batcheldor

The operation was a success; Roni’s kidney began functioning in her mom right away. “Now she’s stuck with me forever,” Roni joked.

Patient Spotlight

Tricia Burgess thought she had seasonal allergies. She actually needed a heart transplant.

By Matt Batcheldor

“I didn’t even know I was sick. I’m thankful that Vanderbilt saved my life.”

Patient Spotlight

Kristie Kuzy decided to donate a kidney to a stranger. Her generosity initiated the first three-recipient kidney transplant chain in the history of Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

By Matt Batcheldor

The amazing and improbable story of how it all fell into place

Patient Spotlight

Ten years ago, Mike Lavin was saved by a bone marrow transplant. A few days ago, he paid a surprise visit to the donor who made it possible.

By Tom Wilemon

“I really appreciate everything you have done. I’m here because of you.”

Patient Spotlight

Kevin Hartley was an organ donor, and his mother had one wish: to hear her son’s heartbeat one more time

By Matt Batcheldor

Thanks to his heart recipient, Rhonda Lucas, she got the chance.

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

Employee Spotlight

Andie Perona, part of the VUMC transplant team, receives double organ transplant

By Tavia Smith

The transplant team surgical technician found herself on the other side of the table as a kidney and pancreas transplant recipient. It transformed her life.

Patient Spotlight

Joshua went looking for a new kidney to save his life. He found a “sister,” too.

By Tavia Smith

“A brighter future is around the corner and I’m so grateful for Renee. I truly love her like my sister and I’ve always wanted a sister.”

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Her dad needed a kidney; hers didn’t match. But through paired donation, her dad got a kidney and so did another person in need.

Stephanie Hays’ own body destroyed her kidneys. Luckily, her daughter had a spare.

Tricia Burgess thought she had seasonal allergies. She actually needed a heart transplant.

Kristie Kuzy decided to donate a kidney to a stranger. Her generosity initiated the first three-recipient kidney transplant chain in the history of Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

Ten years ago, Mike Lavin was saved by a bone marrow transplant. A few days ago, he paid a surprise visit to the donor who made it possible.

Kevin Hartley was an organ donor, and his mother had one wish: to hear her son’s heartbeat one more time

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

Andie Perona, part of the VUMC transplant team, receives double organ transplant

Joshua went looking for a new kidney to save his life. He found a “sister,” too.

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Her dad needed a kidney; hers didn’t match. But through paired donation, her dad got a kidney and so did another person in need.

Stephanie Hays’ own body destroyed her kidneys. Luckily, her daughter had a spare.

Tricia Burgess thought she had seasonal allergies. She actually needed a heart transplant.

Kristie Kuzy decided to donate a kidney to a stranger. Her generosity initiated the first three-recipient kidney transplant chain in the history of Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

Ten years ago, Mike Lavin was saved by a bone marrow transplant. A few days ago, he paid a surprise visit to the donor who made it possible.

Kevin Hartley was an organ donor, and his mother had one wish: to hear her son’s heartbeat one more time

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

Andie Perona, part of the VUMC transplant team, receives double organ transplant

Joshua went looking for a new kidney to save his life. He found a “sister,” too.

2020 W-2

MyHealth Bundles

Discounts for Health Care Workers

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