Pre to Post Transplant
134 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsPre to Post Transplant Podcast is a podcast that brings personal stories from those awaiting transplant, transplant survivors, their families, friends, and loved ones. This is where you will hear challenges and triumphs of everyone involved in this journey.
Our guests will offer wisdom, advice and inspiration on everything you want to know about transplant.
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Episodes
Being Thankful on Thanksgiving Has a Whole New meaning with Pamela Sherman
April 15, 2024 18:18 - 44 minutes - 60.8 MBIn this episode, Pamela tells her story of receiving two heart transplants just 11 months apart. She shares what it was really like going through this process, thinking she knew what to expect, only to find out otherwise. With special guest, Meatball! Find more episodes on the website at www.PreToPostTX.com
A New Year Means a New Heart with Jennifer Schilling
March 22, 2024 03:28 - 56 minutes - 77.3 MBIn this episode, Jennifer Schilling shares her experience as a caregiver to her son Connor. From his childhood struggles with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome to a life-changing heart transplant on New Year's Day, their journey is one of resilience and hope. Download the app - My Med Schedule Plus to help track your medications Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.medactionplan.mymedscheduleplus&pcampaignid=web_share Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/developer/med...
Escaping the List with Natasha England, pt. 2
February 28, 2024 05:32 - 42 minutes - 57.9 MBIn Part 2 of this episode, Natasha continues to share her journey with battling alcoholism and needing a liver transplant. She talks about the work she put into changing her lifestyle and how that led to being unlisted. Visit the website to leave a comment or request to be on the show: www.PreToPostTX.com
Escaping the List with Natasha England, pt. 1
February 22, 2024 13:59 - 37 minutes - 51.2 MBIn this episode, Natasha shares her journey with battling alcoholism and needing a liver transplant. She talks about the work she put into changing her lifestyle and how that led to being unlisted. Visit the website to leave a comment or request to be on the show: www.PreToPostTX.com
From 'No' to 'Yes' with No Regrets with Nancy Lewis (P. 2)
January 25, 2024 14:04 - 56 minutes - 77.3 MBIn this episode, we continue our conversation with Nancy as she talks about her journey with getting a lung transplant. She discusses the struggles she had making the decision to get the transplant and despite her ups and down, has had no regrets. Visit the Pre to Post Transplant Podcast website to hear more stories, leave comments, and make suggestions. www.PreToPostTX.com Learn more about the Pre To Post Transplant Foundation's 2nd Annual Transplant Social www.PreToPost.org
From 'No' to 'Yes' with No Regrets with Nancy Lewis (P. 1)
January 19, 2024 04:19 - 33 minutes - 46.4 MBIn this episode, Nancy talks about her journey with getting a lung transplant. She discusses the struggles she had making the decision to get the transplant and despite her ups and down, has had no regrets. Visit the Pre to Post Transplant Podcast website to hear more stories, leave comments, and make suggestions. www.PreToPostTX.com
If You're Going Through Hell, Just Keep Going with Stuart Miller
December 21, 2023 20:09 - 1 hour - 99.4 MBIn this episode, Stuart Miller talks about his journey going through his lung transplant. We learn about his feelings towards finding out he needed a transplant and how having a positive attitude has helped his recovery.
My Transplant Cured My Addiction with Meghan Lewis & Sister Sarah
December 07, 2023 22:47 - 41 minutes - 56.4 MBIn this episode, Meghan shares with us her experience with receiving her liver transplant. She talks about her journey with alcohol addiction and overcoming that through transplant. Meghan's sister, Sarah, joins the conversation to fill in the blanks and share her own experiences with Megan's journey.
Let's Talk Nutrition with Katie Baughman
November 16, 2023 21:34 - 43 minutes - 59.5 MBIn this episode, Dietician Katie Baughman explores the subject of nutrition in transplant recipients. She provides valuable insights into effectively managing your diet before and after a transplant, while also sharing intriguing facts that many recipients may not be aware of. Visit the website for more episodes: www.pretopostTX.com Learn more about the Pre To Post Transplant Foundation's 2nd Annual Transplant Social: www.PreToPost.org
Love Tested by Transplant with Tasha Meyer
November 02, 2023 17:58 - 52 minutes - 72.4 MBIn this episode, Tasha shares her journey of going through a kidney/pancreas transplant and the challenges and toll it took on her relationship with her husband. Visit the website to hear more episodes or leave any comments: www.PreToPostTX.com
My Newborn Needed a New Heart with Mari Lopp
October 09, 2023 19:43 - 54 minutes - 74.2 MBIn this episode, Mari Lopp shares her experience of becoming a mother to twins, only to later discover that one of them requires a life-saving heart transplant.
Sun-Kissed With a Twist: Surviving Skin Cancer with Randy Coker
September 04, 2023 21:35 - 1 hour - 88.1 MBIn this episode, Randy shares his journey with his battle with skin cancer. He talks about going through radiation and the challenges and struggles that it brought. Learn more about Skin Cancer from UCSF: https://skincancer.ucsf.edu/transplant-patients Hear Randy's first two episodes: Surviving a lung transplant with my high school sweetheart with Randy & Becky Coker I got to meet my Angel's family with Randy and Becky Coker, Part 2 Visit the Pre to Post Transplant Podcast's...
Two Surgeries, Three Organs, and a Lifetime to Go with Jerry Ray Jr.
August 17, 2023 21:28 - 23 minutes - 31.8 MBIn this episode, Jerry comes back on the show to share his experiences with getting a double lung/kidney transplant and then a pancreas transplant two years later. His first appearance was in November of 2019 when he came on the show to talk about meeting his donor family. Listen to Jerry's episode from his first experience on 11/21/2019. Visit the podcast website at www.PreToPostTX.com Visit the foundation website at www.PreToPost.org
UPDATE: I Regret Getting the Fundoplication Surgery with Sarah Donoughue
July 18, 2023 06:49 - 24 minutes - 33.9 MBIn this episode, Sarah gives us an update on how she's been doing since she was last on the podcast in April of 2021. She reflects on the challenges she has encountered since her previous podcast appearance and proudly reveals her triumphant victory over them all! Listen to the original episode released on April 12, 2021: https://www.pretoposttx.com/podcast/episode/fd8eb1a7/i-regret-getting-the-fundoplication-surgery-with-sarah-donoughue Visit the website for more amazing and inspirati...
Donating a Kidney to our Daughter Inspired the Children's Transplant Initiative with Ross & Cheryl Witty
July 10, 2023 16:55 - 55 minutes - 76.8 MBIn this episode, we hear the remarkable story of Ross and Cheryl, who found themselves faced with the pressing need for a kidney transplant for their daughter. As they navigated this challenging journey, they not only persevered but also established the Children's Transplant Initiative, dedicating their time to supporting pediatric transplant recipients. Learn more about the Children's Transplant Initiative at https://cti-tx.org/ Find more episodes at www.pretopostTX.com
I Went from Taking Care of Patients to Being a Patient with Amy Hopfensperger
June 29, 2023 06:18 - 39 minutes - 54.8 MBIn this episode, Amy, a former nurse practitioner, shares her extraordinary journey from being a healthcare provider to becoming a liver transplant recipient. Amy recounts the unexpected turn of events that led to her needing a transplant, the emotional challenges she faced along the way, and the rollercoaster of emotions that came with being on the transplant list. Visit the website to hear more episodes: www.PreToPostTX.com
Today is My 27th Transplant Anniversary! with Kim Jacques
June 14, 2023 19:47 - 57 minutes - 78.9 MBIn this episode, Kim opens up about her life-altering journey of undergoing a heart and lung transplant at the age of 16. With candor and vulnerability, she shares the unique challenges she faced as a teenager navigating the transplant process. Over the course of 27 years, Kim has encountered numerous obstacles and blessings, and she offers valuable insights into the profound impact this transformative experience has had on her life. Visit the website at www.PreToPostTX.com to leave a mess...
Embracing the Transplant List Again After 19 Years with Amanda DeJesus
May 11, 2023 17:45 - 38 minutes - 52.5 MBIn this episode, Amanda recounts her remarkable experience of returning to the transplant list after having her initial heart for 19 years and the necessity of relocating to a different state for the transplant. Visit www.PreToPostTX.com for more episodes For more information about the TRANSPLANT TIMEOUT visit the Pre to Post Transplant Foundation website at www.PreToPost.org
Two Organs, One Transformation with Gabriel Cooper
April 27, 2023 20:01 - 43 minutes - 60 MBIn this episode, Gabriel shares his journey of having a pancreas/kidney transplant and how going through this process positively impacted and transformed his life. Visit the podcast website to find more specific-related episodes: www.pretoposttx.com For more information about the TRANSPLANT TIMEOUT event hosted by the Pre to Post Transplant Foundation, visit www.preotpost.org
I Continued to Live My Life While on the Waiting List with Lorrie Hill
April 14, 2023 05:12 - 28 minutes - 39 MBIn this podcast, Lorrie Hill shares her personal experience of receiving a heart transplant while simultaneously dealing with the challenges of chronic illness and pursuing higher education. She discusses the hurdles she faced along the way and the strategies she used to manage her health while achieving her academic goals. Visit the Pre to Post Transplant Foundation's website to learn more about how to write your donor family presented at our TRANSPLANT TIMEOUT event on April 19, 2023 w...
Two Hearts, One Family with David Barber
March 31, 2023 16:40 - 47 minutes - 65.2 MBIn this heartwarming episode, David Barber shares his touching story of receiving a life-changing heart transplant. As he reflects on his experience, he also shares the emotional bond he shares with his father, who underwent a heart transplant when he was younger.
Bobby Popped the Question! with Bobby and Faith
March 28, 2023 00:03 - 5 minutes - 7.48 MBOn a previous podcast episode dated July 13, 2022, Bobby and Faith shared their inspiring stories of undergoing transplants and falling in love at Nora's Home. Now, we have the pleasure of hearing from them again, this time right after Bobby's romantic proposal to Faith at the Nora's Home Gala. Visit the YouTube channel to see the video of the proposal Watch Bobby Proposing to Faith!
I am the second longest heart recipient at my transplant hospital with John Downs
February 27, 2023 17:28 - 44 minutes - 61.1 MBJoin us in this episode as we sit down with John Downs, a heart transplant survivor for over 30 years, to hear his incredible story of resilience and hope. John shares his experience from the day he was diagnosed with a heart condition to his life-changing transplant surgery and his journey of recovery. He opens up about the challenges he faced during his recovery and how he overcame them with a positive attitude and determination.
UPDATE: I donated my kidney to a complete stranger with Tabitha Selvester
February 14, 2023 15:28 - 29 minutes - 40.9 MBIn this episode, Tabitha reminds us of her experience donating her kidney to a complete stranger through the altruistic program. She also shares with us her journey of meeting her kidney recipient. If you would like to be an organ donor, please register at www.organdonor.gov To visit the podcast's website, go to www.pretopostTX.com
I have already saved two lives with Josh Harrold
January 12, 2023 22:24 - 1 hour - 91.1 MBIn this episode, Josh Harrold talks about how he became a hero not once, but twice! Josh is a living donor who saved his friend and a stranger's life by saying yes to organ donation! To learn more about the Pre to Post Transplant Foundation's Community Connect Day, please visit www.PreToPost.org
My second transplant was harder than my first with Tod Nelson
December 22, 2022 22:23 - 58 minutes - 80.3 MBIn this episode, Tod Nelson shares his experience of getting two transplants and the difference between the two. He shares about how his first transplant was easier to go through than the second. Sign up to be a Buddy for the Pre to Post Transplant Foundation at www.PreToPost.org Listen to every episode and more on the Pre to Post Transplant Podcast's website: www.PreToPostTX.com
I was planning my funeral when I got the call with Mandy Nathan
November 29, 2022 17:56 - 1 hour - 91.3 MBIn this episode, Mandy shares her journey of getting a heart transplant. She talks about all the challenges she had and the steps she had to take to get her new heart.
I had to tell my doctors that I needed a transplant with Tammy Stephens
November 15, 2022 22:48 - 1 hour - 98.6 MBIn this episode, Tammy shares her transplant journey of getting a double lung transplant. She talks about her experiences of having pulmonary hypertension and explains how she had to be an advocate for herself in order to receive a transplant.
Taylor's Gift with Tara Storch
October 25, 2022 16:11 - 26 minutes - 36.8 MBIn this episode, Tara shares her experience of losing her daughter and making the decision to donate her organs. She talks about Taylor's Gift Foundation and how this foundation is providing great support for other donor families. Visit their website at www.taylorsgift.org Visit the Podcast's website at www.pretopostTX.com to leave a comment or suggestion. Sign up to be a Buddy at www.pretopost.org
I got my transplant because I shared my story with Jean Sime
October 14, 2022 04:46 - 43 minutes - 59.7 MBIn this episode, Jean shares her story about getting her kidney transplant from a stranger and how it wouldn't have happened if she hadn't been sharing her story with others. Leave a comment or suggestion on the Pre to Post Transplant Podcast website www.PreToPostTX.com Visit us on youtube!
My transplant story belongs in a Hallmark Christmas Movie with Shana Pereira
September 20, 2022 15:59 - 1 hour - 95.2 MBIn this episode, Shana shares her journey of receiving a heart and kidney transplant and the steps she took to ensure that it was a Christmas miracle. Visit Shana's website: www.shanapereira.com Visit the podcast website: www.pretopostTX.com Visit the foundation website: www.pretopst.org
Tales from the Transplant Games pt. 2
September 04, 2022 17:10 - 48 minutes - 66.6 MBIn this episode, Jenny interviews participants from the Transplant Games of America. Each person shares a little bit about their journey and why they are there at the transplant games. To learn more about the Pre to Post Transplant Foundation visit www.PreToPost.org Visit the podcast's website www.PreToPostTX.com To share your journey on the Pre to Post Transplant Podcast, you can send an email to [email protected] or visit the contact page on the website.
Tales from the Transplant Games Pt. 1
August 29, 2022 14:57 - 34 minutes - 47.3 MBIn this episode, Jenny shares her experience of being at the Transplant Games of America and shares the mini-stories from other participants of the games. Each person came up to the microphone and shared something about themselves. Jenny has compiled all of those stories in to one episode. Go to www.pretoposttx.com to visit the podcast website. Go to www.pretopost.org to order a personalized hand-painted, Donate Life Rock. To donate to the Pre to Post Transplant Foundation, go...
Transplant Games Teaser with Jenny McFarlane
August 02, 2022 00:47 - 6 minutes - 9.6 MBJenny is at the Transplant Games of America and she gives us an idea of what it's like at the games. She also gives us a preview of the upcoming episode where she has people sharing a quick story or interview at the games. Visit the podcast's website at www.pretoposttx.com
Two lungs, one heart, and a love story with Bobby and Faith
July 14, 2022 01:25 - 50 minutes - 68.8 MBBobby and Faith come on to share their unique and adorable love story. They talk about how they met while staying at Nora's Home and ended up falling in love, all while going through the transplant process. Bobby and Faith were featured on the KHOU-11 news in Houston. To watch their story, CLICK HERE. Visit the Pre to Post Transplant Foundation's Website: www.pretopost.org Podcast website: www.pretoposttx.com
I got to meet my Angel's family with Randy and Becky Coker, Part 2
June 23, 2022 04:49 - 27 minutes - 37.7 MBIn part 2 of this episode, Randy and Becky discuss their experience meeting Randy's donor family and the similarities his donor and family had with his late brother. Visit the Pre to Post Transplant Pdodcast's website at www.pretopostTX.com Visit the Pre to Post Transplant Foundation at www.pretopost.org
Surviving a lung transplant with my highschool sweetheart with Randy & Becky Coker, Part 1
June 20, 2022 04:07 - 1 hour - 89.1 MBIn this episode (Part 1), Randy and Becky share their experiences going through the transplant process. We get to hear each side as Randy talks about being a recipient while Becky jumps into the caregiving role. Visit the Pre to Post Transplant Podcast's website at www.pretopostTX.com Learning about the Pre to Post Transplant Foundation at www.PreToPost.org
Meet me at the Transplant Games with Amy Frackowiak
June 03, 2022 03:56 - 34 minutes - 47.8 MBIn this episode, Amy shares her journey with receiving two kidney transplants. We also discuss the 2022 Transplant Games of America in San Diego and everything you need to know about participating or attending the games. To learn more about the 2022 Transplant Games of America visit www. transplantgamesofamerica.org To support the Pre to Post Transplant Foundation visit www.pretopost.org
I had to be a mother, advocate, and caregiver for my son with Brenda Capen
May 24, 2022 21:21 - 1 hour - 118 MBIn this episode, Brenda talks about the challenges she faced to help her son get a lung transplant after almost dying from Covid. To leave a comment or suggestion, visit the website at www.pretoposttx.com To learn more about the Pre to Post Transplant Foundation Buddy Program or Cleaning Program, visit www.pretopost.org
Covid Tried to Kill Me with Andrew Capen
May 09, 2022 14:20 - 1 hour - 99.5 MBIn this episode, Andrew talks about his experience with catching Covid-19 and how getting a lung transplant saved his life. To listen to Andrew's Podcast, "Comedically Correct" visit his YouTube channel at: YouTube: Comedically Correct
UPDATE: I tried to tell them I didn't need a transplant with Rod Spadinger
April 12, 2022 21:12 - 21 minutes - 29.2 MBIn this episode, Rod gives us an update on how he's been doing since he was last on the show back in early 2021. To see more about Rod's foundation visit www.cfvestforlife.org Visit the Pre to Post Transplant Podcast's website to hear more great episodes and leave any comments or suggestions.
I am the first African American to have a face transplant with Robert Chelsea
March 31, 2022 19:18 - 58 minutes - 79.8 MBIn this episode, Robert Chelsea talks about being the oldest and first African American person to receive a full face transplant. He talk about his experience with leading up to his decision and how having a face transplant has affected his life. To learn more about the Robert Chelsea Foundation, visit www.robertchelsea.org. To learn more about the Pre to Post Transplant Foundation's Clean Home Program, visit www.pretopost.org To leave a comment or suggestion about this episode,...
UPDATE: The psychiatric hospital wouldn't give me my anti-rejection meds with Nikki McDonald
March 17, 2022 06:39 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MBNikki McDonald returns to give us an update on what she's been up to since being on the show back in July 2020. Please leave any questions or comments on the website at www.PreToPostTX.com.
My pancreas transplant changed my life with Tom Graham
March 01, 2022 16:52 - 53 minutes - 73.9 MBIn this episode, Tom shares his experience with having a dual kidney, pancreas transplant and how it has changed his life for the better. To sign up to be a buddy with the Pre to Post Transplant Foundation, visit www.pretopost.org To leave any comments or suggestions, or to be a guest on the show, please visit www.pretopostTX.com
UPDATE: Kim's post transplant Mental Struggles with Kim Johnson
February 16, 2022 20:26 - 27 minutes - 38 MBPrevious guest, Kim Johnson, returns with an update on how she's been since she was last on the show and also talks us through receiving her Kidney Transplant. Visit the website to leave a comment or sugesstion at www.pretopostTX.com
Start a nonprofit they said. It will be fun they said with Denise Redeker
January 31, 2022 17:21 - 1 hour - 88.6 MBIn this episode, Jenny and Denise talk about what it takes to start and run a nonprofit organization. Visit the Heartfelt Help Foundation at www.heartfelthelpfoundation.com Visit the Pre to Post Transplant Foundation at: www.pretopost.org Visit the Podcast website at www.pretopostTX.com
CF, transplant, and cancer will not stop me with Danica Murray
January 14, 2022 19:30 - 42 minutes - 58.7 MBIn this episode, Danica tells us about her inspirational journey going through her double lung transplant and being diagnosed with cancer afterwards. Please visit the Pre to Post Transplant Podcast website at www.pretopostTX.com to leave any comments or suggestions.
Update: I had to pay out of pocket for my pancreas transplant with Brandon Mouw
December 26, 2021 05:00 - 21 minutes - 29.3 MBPrevious guest, Brandon Mouw, gives us an update on what he's been up to since he's been on the show last December 2020. He also shares detail on his new book which is available to buy here: https://www.bookstore.imaginewellc.com/products/im-still-kickin-preorder-now-available?variant=40234620453018 Or visit Brandon's website at: https://brandonmouw.com/
UPDATE: Two transplants later and here I am with John Hoffman
December 20, 2021 00:42 - 14 minutes - 20.4 MBIn this episode, returning guest, John Hoffman, gives us an update on what he's been up to since he was last on the podcast back in August of 2020. Use this link to buy a copy of John's book. LIVEr My Journey of Transplant Survivial To visit the podcast website, go to www.pretopostTX.com
It's all about being positive with Stephanie Gonzalez
December 01, 2021 16:30 - 1 hour - 94.1 MBIn this episode, Stephanie talks about her struggles with LAM and how she managed to stay positive through the transplant process. Please visit the podcast website at www.pretoposttx.com and leave any suggestions or comments you may have.