Get insights on living kidney donor transplants, including the donation and transplant process, what to expect, and answers to common questions. Read powerful stories from recipients about finding a donor and how their transplant changed their lives.
In 2022, during an appointment with my primary care doctor, I learned that my kidney function was in decline and that I would need to see a nephrologist to determine the cause. By the end of 2023, I was diagnosed with IgA nephropathy and in December 2024, I was rushed to the hospital to have a biopsy done because my kidney function had dropped dramatically. On December 23, 2024, I…
Read MoreSee All Transplant StoriesCreating a microsite is one of the most important steps in your living kidney donor search. Your microsite gives you a place to share your story, connect with potential donors, and explain what a kidney transplant would mean for your life. But your story doesn’t end once your microsite goes live. As your transplant journey continues, updating your microsite helps keep your story current, engaging, and inspiring to visitors. Why…
Read MoreSee All Blog PostsThe National Kidney Registry (NKR) is proud to announce the release of its “Success Stories” booklet, designed to offer hope and encouragement to individuals and families searching for a living kidney or liver donor. The booklet features firsthand stories from transplant recipients and donors to offer hope, encouragement, and real-life examples of what’s possible. “We created this booklet to remind everyone searching for a living donor that they are not…
Read MoreSee All Press ReleasesIn 2024, Luis Barrera went for his first dialysis appointment after spending 12 years with kidney failure. Hoping for a miracle, Nancy Zevgolis matched with Barrera and became his donor.
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