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Inside Dialysis: What I Wish I Knew Earlier
In this episode, dialysis patients LaVise McCray, Emmitt Henderson, and Alex Berrios come together for a candid conversation about all things dialysis—from the emotional rollercoaster of starting treatment to the everyday challenges. Whether you're on dialysis, considering it, or supporting someone who is, this episode offers powerful insights and advice that go beyond the medical textbook. Tune in for a deep and honest discussion that shines a light on what dialysis life is really like.
2025-07-22
46 min
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A Sudden Diagnosis, a Lifesaving Gift with Kevin Schnurr
Kevin Schnurr joins Jeanmarie to share his incredible story — from an unexpected urgent care visit to an urgent need for dialysis. Diagnosed with Alport syndrome in his mid-20s, Kevin's journey took an unexpected turn that ultimately led to a life-saving kidney donation from a former work colleague. Listen in as he shares the whirlwind of emotions, challenges, and hope along the way.
2025-06-04
33 min
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Unbreakable: Caroline Laubach’s Journey of Strength
Meet Caroline Laubach - a heart transplant recipient, cancer survivor, and T9 paraplegic. In this inspiring conversation, she sits down with Alisha to share her incredible journey of strength, setbacks, and perseverance.
2025-05-14
22 min
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Laszlo Mark on Transplants, Identity & Folklore
Alisha sits down with Laszlo Mark, a pediatric heart transplant recipient now celebrating 33 years with his donor heart, for a thoughtful conversation about identity, survival, and the power of storytelling.Now earning his PhD in folklore, Laszlo shares how his transplant journey has shaped both his personal life and academic work.
2025-05-07
30 min
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Donor Talks with Alex and Matt
In Episode 2, Alex Berrios speaks with his close friend Matt—a living donor who once considered giving Alex his kidney. These deeply personal stories show what it truly means to step up for someone you love —and even a stranger.
2025-04-25
17 min
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Donor Talks with Alex and Michael
In Episode 1, Alex speaks with Michael, the father of our founder, Karin, who gave his daughter the gift of life through kidney donation. These deeply personal stories show what it truly means to step up for someone you love —and even a stranger.
2025-04-25
12 min
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Passion Project That’s Inspiring a Community with Jamie Imhof
A dual transplant recipient, Jamie Imhof, joins Jeanmarie to share the heart behind her passion project: Donate Life Rocks. What started as a simple way to raise awareness has grown into a community movement, spreading hope and donor awareness one painted rock at a time. Tune in to hear how it all began — and why it means so much.
2025-04-24
27 min
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Saying Yes: Elsa Chau’s Journey of Resilience and Renewal
Episode Description:In this inspiring episode, Elsa Chau, a heart transplant recipient, shares how saying 'yes' to new experiences has transformed her life. Hosted by Alisha, a liver transplant recipient, their conversation explores resilience, gratitude, and the power of embracing second chances. Tune in for a heartfelt story of strength and possibility.
2025-03-06
32 min
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Redefining Life: A Transplant Journey with Alison Conklin
What does it mean to live a vibrant life? Alisha, a two-time liver transplant recipient, sits down with Alison Conklin, a heart transplant recipient and founder of Bonus Days Magazine, as she shares her extraordinary transplant journey—finding beauty in the unexpected and redefining life after adversity.
2025-03-03
20 min
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Hope & Help: Navigating Transplant Costs
The transplant journey is life-changing—but it comes with financial challenges that many don’t expect. In this episode, Mari Lopp, mom to heart transplant baby Bailey, joins Jeanmarie, a 19-year kidney transplant recipient, and Denise Redeker, heart transplant recipient from Heartfelt Help Foundation. They discuss the hidden costs, available resources, and how communities can support transplant families. Tune in for an insightful and uplifting conversation about the price—and incredible gift—of a second chance at life.
2025-02-21
40 min
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A Brother’s Gift: Emmitt & Manny Henderson’s Journey of Love and Life
LaVise sits down with Emmitt and Manny Henderson to share an incredible story of love, sacrifice, and second chances. Manny and his siblings secretly tested to be Emmitt’s living donor—giving him the ultimate gift of life and 9 ½ more years of cherished moments. Tune in for this heartfelt conversation about brotherhood, resilience, and the power of organ donation.
2025-02-14
24 min
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Advocating for Yourself: Amy’s Dual Healthcare Perspective
Alisha, a two-time liver transplant recipient, sits down with Amy, a fellow liver transplant recipient, to share their journeys and insights. Amy, a former Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner at the height of her career, draws on her dual perspective as both a patient and a healthcare provider. Amy offers invaluable advice on advocating for yourself within the healthcare system. She opens up about how her life took an unexpected turn when she suddenly fell ill.
2025-01-31
30 min
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Navigating From Pediatric to Adult Care in Transplant with Carswell
Alisha, a two-time liver transplant recipient, sits down with Carswell, who received a kidney transplant at 19 and is now 21. Together, they discuss the transition from pediatric to adult care in the transplant journey.
2024-09-26
20 min
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Running Toward Health: Inka Nisinbaum's Journey Through Fitness and Transplant
LaVise McCray, a kidney transplant recipient, sits down with Inka Nisinbaum, who underwent double lung and liver transplants in Germany in 2002. Since childhood, running has motivated her to maintain happiness and health. Inka shares how she incorporates fitness into her routine to improve her well-being.
2024-09-19
21 min
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Championing Organ Donation: A Conversation with Jillian Best
Alisha, a two-time liver transplant recipient, sits down with Jillian Best from The Move for Life Foundation. They discuss Jillian’s achievements at the World Transplant Games and her efforts to raise awareness for organ donation.
2024-09-11
21 min
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From a Wheelchair to Walking 8,000 Steps with LaVise McCray
Jeanmarie, a 19-year kidney transplant recipient, sits down with LaVise McCray to discuss how LaVise progressed from using a wheelchair to walking 8,000 steps daily. She shares her year-long journey with the support of her physical therapist, Dr. Aleksander Kowarz.
2024-09-05
22 min
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Discussing Lupus and Transplant with Emmitt Henderson III
Jeanmarie was diagnosed with Lupus Nephritis at 16, eventually leading to a kidney transplant in 2006. She sits down with Emmitt Henderson III, CEO of Male Lupus Warriors, to discuss his Lupus and transplant journey, which began in 1987.
2024-08-28
28 min
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Understanding the Role of an OPO with Kira Banks
Jeanmarie, a kidney transplant recipient, sits down with Kira Banks, a Community Outreach Coordinator from the Gift of Hope Organ and Tissue Network. Kira discusses the role of a local OPO, how to write a letter to a donor family, and ways to get involved with your local organ procurement organization.
2024-08-21
19 min
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Shared Journeys: Reflecting on Our Transplant Anniversary with Alisha and Taryn
Alisha, a two-time liver transplant recipient, and Taryn, a kidney/pancreas recipient, sit down to discuss their shared transplant anniversary date. Alisha reflects on her four-year transplant journey, while Taryn shares her experiences from the past two years.
2024-08-15
38 min
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End the Wait with Randy Simpkins
Jeanmarie, a kidney transplant recipient currently back on the waiting list, sits down with Randy Simpkins, a living donor inspired by patients on the national waiting list. Randy has made it his mission to find a way to end the wait for transplants.
2024-08-07
26 min
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Bonding Through the Transplant Journey with Danny Hiles
Alisha, a two-time liver recipient, sits down with Danny Hiles from the Transplant Strong podcast to discuss being inspired, connecting, and bonding with other transplant recipients worldwide.
2024-08-01
22 min
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Men’s Health Awareness with Angelo Reyes
Jeanmarie, 18 years post-kidney transplant, sits down with Angelo Reyes, a professional boxing and MMA trainer and liver transplant recipient. They discuss Angelo's transplant journey and the importance of men's health, emphasizing the need to break the stigma around men neglecting their well-being.
2024-07-24
38 min
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Connections Made at the Transplant Games
TransplantLyfe Community Managers, Jeanmarie and Taryn, had the privilege of attending the Transplant Games of America in Birmingham, Alabama. They share their unique experience of meeting many transplant recipients and recount stories from some of the individuals they met: Elsa, a heart transplant recipient; Jessi, the oldest surviving double lung transplant recipient; Emily, who underwent a modified multi-visceral transplant; Swapna, who received a small intestine; Janet, a 19-year heart transplant recipient; Kim, who received a heart and lungs; and Rhoda, who received a kidney/pancreas transplant. Each of them discusses their transplant experiences.
2024-07-18
38 min
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Health and Happiness by Founder Dr. Karin Hehenberger
Dr. Karin Hehenberger, a kidney/pancreas recipient and founder of TransplantLyfe and LyfeBulb, gives a presentation on health and happiness at the Transplant Games of America in Birmingham, Alabama. What makes you happy?
2024-07-11
26 min
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Dialysis to Transplant with Alex, Denise Goodman (APN) and LaVise McCray
Alex, who previously received a kidney transplant and is now on the waiting list for a second kidney, sits down with Advanced Nurse Practitioner Denise Goodman and LaVise McCray, a former dialysis patient and current kidney transplant recipient. With 39 years of experience as a dialysis nurse, Denise joins them as they discuss the journey from the dialysis chair to the transplant.
2024-07-03
22 min
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Advice from a Care Partner
Taryn, a kidney/pancreas recipient, sits down with Kristi Ouimet, a mother of two transplant recipients. Kristi shares how she balances being the best care partner for her children while also taking care of herself.
2024-06-26
32 min
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Mental Health Chat with Alisha, Jeanmarie and Gabriel
Alisha and Jeanmarie sit down with Gabriel, a kidney and pancreas recipient as well as a psychotherapist, to discuss the importance of seeking mental health support during the transplant journey. Alisha, a two-time liver transplant recipient, and Jeanmarie, a kidney transplant recipient, share their experiences and insights on the significance of mental health care throughout their transplant journeys.
2024-06-19
26 min
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What If Everything Goes Right with Jeanmarie and Chloe Temtchine
Jeanmarie, a kidney transplant recipient, and Chloe Temtchine, a singer/songwriter who has received a double lung transplant, discuss their transplant journeys. They share how they cope with tough times and highlight the importance of maintaining a hopeful outlook on the future.
2024-06-11
53 min
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Transplant Peer Support with Taryn and LaVise
Taryn, a kidney/pancreas recipient, sits down with LaVise McCray to discuss the crucial role of peer support among transplant patients. They share personal experiences and highlight how connecting with others who have undergone similar procedures can provide emotional strength, shared knowledge, and a sense of community. Through their conversation, they emphasize the positive impact that peer-to-peer support has on the overall well-being for transplant recipients.
2024-06-06
41 min
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Balancing Gratitude and Grief with Alisha and Jeanmarie
Alisha, a two-time liver transplant recipient, sits down with Jeanmarie, a kidney transplant patient of 18 years, to discuss navigating the complex emotions of gratitude and grief throughout the transplant journey.
2024-05-30
28 min
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Setting Goals Post-Transplant with Jamie Imhof
Alisha, a two-time liver transplant recipient, sits down with Jamie Imhof, a liver and kidney transplant recipient, to discuss goal-setting after a transplant. They explore how to establish goals for taking medications, maintaining good health, and adjusting to everyday life post-transplant.
2024-05-23
27 min
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Advocating for Yourself at Appointments with Dusty Atchison
Jeanmarie, an 18-year kidney transplant recipient, and TransplantLyfe Community Manager, engages in a conversation with Dusty Atchison, who underwent a kidney transplant at the age of 17. They explore their distinct strategies for handling doctor appointments and emphasize the significance of self-advocacy when interacting with medical professionals.
2024-05-15
23 min
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Kidney Transplant Care with LaVise McCray and Mark Eisen
Alex Berrios, a community manager at TransplantLyfe and patient advocate, joins Mark Eisen and LaVise McCray to discuss their experiences with receiving kidney transplants. They explore the transition from dialysis to transplant and offer insights on how to effectively advocate for oneself throughout this process.
2024-05-08
29 min
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Asking Others for Help with Jeanmarie and Taryn
Jeanmarie and Taryn sit down for an in-depth discussion about how and when to ask other people for help during the transplant journey. Jeanmarie is 18 years post kidney transplant and Taryn is a kidney/pancreas transplant recipient, transplanted almost 2 years ago. Together they explore the complex topic of not wanting to be a potential burden to others. However, it is imperative to acknowledge instances wherein external support becomes indispensable throughout this transformative process.
2024-05-02
22 min
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Donate Life Month
According to information from DonateLife.com, over 100,000 individuals are currently awaiting a life-saving organ. In 2023, the contributions of over 23,000 donors brought renewed hope and vitality to recipients and their loved ones. In this unique episode dedicated to Donate Life month, we engage in conversations with liver, kidney, heart, and lung transplant recipients and someone waiting on dialysis, as well as a caregiver, to explore what organ donation means to each of them.
2024-04-24
18 min
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Empowering Lives After Transplant with Taiylor Kriss
As they transitioned into the transplant world, Alisha and Taiylor discovered a newfound purpose in their experiences. Rather than allowing their pain to define them, they transformed it into a driving force for positive change. Both recognized the importance of peer support and advocacy in helping others navigate the complex transplant journey.
2024-04-11
27 min
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The Anxiety of Waiting for a Transplant with Gabriel
Jeanmarie sits down with Gabriel, a kidney/pancreas recipient and psychotherapist to discuss how to manage anxiety while waiting for a life-saving organ. Gabriel recently went through the process, waiting on the list himself for 2 years. Jeanmarie was diagnosed at 16 with Lupus. She had a kidney transplant at 24 years old. Although Jeanmarie has had 18 successful years with her living donor kidney, she is now on the wait list waiting for her second kidney. Listen to the conversation between Jeanmarie and Gabriel about the best ways to manage the rollercoaster of feelings that come with waiting on the transplant...
2024-03-24
29 min
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Hope: A Transplant Story with LaVise McCray
Alisha sits down with LaVise to discuss how she never lost hope even when life looked dim. Lavise received a kidney transplant in March 2023. She has faced many challenges throughout her journey. In 2023 she was told she wasn’t going to live to see 2024. It's 2024 and she is thriving! Listen to her incredible story about how she persevered through the challenges and never gave up.
2024-03-13
23 min
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Preparing For Kidney Transplant Surgery
We've launched a partnership with Columbia University, and sponsored by Veloxis Pharmaceuticals, to bring you a virtual educational series focused on late-stage kidney disease. This series features key opinion leaders who will cover key topics across the journey from late-stage disease to treatment options and long-term management of a transplant. Preparing For Kidney Transplant Surgery covers information about the pre-surgery process, risks involved with the operation, recovery time, the biopsy procedure, and more. ----------GUEST SPEAKERSJae H. Chang, MDAssistant Professor of Medicine at Columbia University Irving Medical Center
2023-06-28
57 min
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Living with Chronic Kidney Disease: What are My Options?
We've launched a partnership with Columbia University to bring you a virtual educational series focused on late-stage kidney and pancreatic disease. This series features key opinion leaders who will cover key topics across the journey from late-stage disease to treatment options and long-term management of a transplant. Living with Chronic Kidney Disease: What are My Options? includes basic information about kidney disease and transplantation.----------GUEST SPEAKERSDavid J. Cohen, MD, MAProfessor of Medicine (in Nephrology) and Medical Director of Kidney and Pancreas Transplantation at Columbia University Irving Medical C...
2023-06-28
54 min
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Preparation After ESRD Diagnosis
We've launched a partnership with Columbia University, and sponsored by Veloxis Pharmaceuticals, to bring you a virtual educational series focused on late-stage kidney and pancreatic disease. This series features key opinion leaders who will cover key topics across the journey from late-stage disease to treatment options and long-term management of a transplant. Preparation After ESRD Diagnosis includes information about how to best prepare for dialysis and/or transplant.----------GUEST SPEAKERSSyed Ali Husain, MDAssistant Professor of Medicine at Columbia Vagelos College of P&SMaya K. Rao, M...
2023-06-28
54 min
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Preparation After Dialysis: Starting The Transplantation Process
We've launched a partnership with Columbia University, and sponsored by Veloxis Pharmaceuticals, to bring you a virtual educational series focused on late-stage kidney disease. This series features key opinion leaders who will cover key topics across the journey from late-stage disease to treatment options and long-term management of a transplant. Preparation After Dialysis: Starting The Transplantation Process includes information about starting the transplantation process for those with late-stage kidney disease.----------GUEST SPEAKERSLloyd Ratner, MD, MPH, FACS Professor of Surgery, Director, Renal and Pancreatic Transplantation at Columbia University Medical Ce...
2023-06-28
52 min
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Living Donors & The Transplantation Process
We've launched a partnership with Columbia University, and sponsored by Veloxis Pharmaceuticals, to bring you a virtual educational series focused on late-stage kidney disease. This series features key opinion leaders who will cover key topics across the journey from late-stage disease to treatment options and long-term management of a transplant. Living Donors & The Transplantation Process covers information about the risks and procedures for living donors, how to find a living donor and more.----------GUEST SPEAKERSHeather Morris, MDAssistant Professor of Medicine (Nephrology) at Columbia University Irving Medical Center
2023-06-28
1h 00
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Post-Transplantation Surgery: How Do I Manage My New Kidney?
We've launched a partnership with Columbia University, and sponsored by Veloxis Pharmaceuticals, to bring you a virtual educational series focused on late-stage kidney disease. This series features key opinion leaders who will cover key topics across the journey from late-stage disease to treatment options and long-term management of a transplant. Post-Transplantation Surgery: How Do I Manage My New Kidney?, covers information about post- transplant life, including follow-ups with providers, setting up medication delivery and getting used to the new drugs, returning to life through diet and exercise schedules, mental health adjustments, and more.----------
2023-06-28
1h 02
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Social Disparities in Kidney Care
Kidney disease prevalence and outcomes vary greatly based on socioeconomic factors. For historically excluded groups, the burden is much greater. To work toward equity in kidney care, these issues must be illuminated and these dialogues need to be converted into action. Patient-driven innovation is a key component of this effort and we hope to make real advancements toward reducing these disparities with the Lyfebulb – CVS Kidney Care® Innovation Challenge: Accelerating Innovations in Kidney Disease to Improve Health Equity and Outcomes, which will be held May 18-19, 2022, in Austin, Texas.To kick off the challenge, Lyfebulb and CVS Kid...
2023-06-28
49 min
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Post-Transplantation Surgery: How Do I Navigate Life?
We've launched a partnership with Columbia University, and sponsored by Veloxis Pharmaceuticals, to bring you a virtual educational series focused on late-stage kidney disease. This series features key opinion leaders who will cover key topics across the journey from late-stage disease to treatment options and long-term management of a transplant. Post Transplantation Surgery: How Do I Navigate Life?, covers topics about navigating life post-transplant, including work, family, and travel.----------GUEST SPEAKERS:Hilda Fernandez, MDAssistant Professor of Medicine at Columbia University Irving Medical Center/New York Presbyterian Hospital and V...
2023-06-28
48 min
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Innovation in Transplantation: Xenografts, Tolerance, Islets, and Microbiotics
We've launched a partnership with Columbia University, and sponsored by Veloxis Pharmaceuticals, to bring you a virtual educational series focused on late-stage kidney disease. This series features key opinion leaders who will cover key topics across the journey from late-stage disease to treatment options and long-term management of a transplant. This podcast, "Innovation in Transplantation: Xenografts, Tolerance, islets, and Microbiotics", takes a more in depth look at some of the advancements in research surrounding xenografts, tolerance, islets, and microbiotics. GUEST SPEAKERS:Adam Griesemer, MDAssistant Professor of Surgery at Columbia University Irving Me...
2023-06-27
59 min
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Post-Transplant Expectations
We've launched a partnership with CSL to bring you a TransplantLyfe Educational Panel on Kidney Transplant.In our fourth session, "Post-Transplant Expectations", we discuss the changes and experiences that occur in life after receiving a transplant. This is the final podcast of our series in partnership with CSL. ----------GUEST SPEAKERSDr. R. John Crew, MD, Assistant Professor of Medicine at Columbia University Medical CenterShelby Hansen, MS, Kidney Transplant Recipient, Patient Ambassador and Life Coach SERIES MODERATORKarin Hehenberger, MD, PhDFounder and CE...
2023-06-27
30 min
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Innovation in Transplantation: New Medications on the Horizon
We've launched a partnership with Columbia University, and sponsored by Veloxis Pharmaceuticals, to bring you a virtual educational series focused on late-stage kidney disease. This series features key opinion leaders who will cover key topics across the journey from late-stage disease to treatment options and long-term management of a transplant. This podcast, "Innovation in Transplantation: New Medications on the Horizon", outlines the up-and-coming innovations within the kidney transplant space. ----------GUEST SPEAKERS:Lloyd Ratner, MD, MPHChief of Kidney and PancreasTransplantation at Columbia University Irving Medical Center, Professor of Surgery ...
2023-06-27
59 min
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How do you prevent and treat complications beyond rejection?
We've launched a partnership with CSL Bering to bring you a TransplantLyfe Educational Panel on Kidney Transplant.In our third session, "How to Prevent and Treat Complications Beyond Rejection", we discuss managing your health post-transplant, including both physical and mental health. ----------GUEST SPEAKERSHilda Fernandez, MD, MSCE and Assistant Professor of Medicine at Columbia University Medical Center/Presbyterian HospitalSam Dey, Transplant Recipient and Lyfebulb Transplant Community ManagerMaxine Morris, RN at Columbia University Medical Center/Presbyterian HospitalSERIES MODERATORKarin H...
2023-06-27
34 min
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How do I Prepare for a Pancreas Transplant
We've launched a partnership with Columbia University, and sponsored by Veloxis Pharmaceuticals, to bring you a virtual educational series focused on late-stage kidney disease. This series features key opinion leaders who will cover key topics across the journey from late-stage disease to treatment options and long-term management of a transplant. This podcast, Preparing For Pancreas Transplant: What are My Options?, provides information for those who are contemplating a pancreas transplant or preparing for an upcoming pancreas transplant. ----------GUEST SPEAKERS:Geoffrey Dube, MDAssistant Professor of Medicine and Medical Director, Pa...
2023-06-27
54 min
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Looking Out for Kidney Rejection
We've launched a partnership with CSL Bering to bring you a TransplantLyfe Educational Panel on Kidney Transplant.Our second session, "Innovation in Kidney Transplantation", includes discussion on the types of kidney rejection, how to monitor kidney rejection, and the future in kidney rejection medication. ----------GUEST SPEAKERSKasi McCune, MDSurgical Director of the Pancreas Transplant Program and Assistant Professor of Surgery at the NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical CenterMary WuKidney Transplant Recipient and Patient AmbassadorSERIES MODERATORKarin H...
2023-06-27
31 min
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Innovation in Kidney Transplantation
We've launched a partnership with CSL Bering to bring you a TransplantLyfe Educational Panel on Kidney Transplant.Our first session, "Innovation in Kidney Transplantation", includes surgical innovation, medical system improvements, and the future of kidney transplantation. ----------GUEST SPEAKERSSyed Ali Husain, MD, MPH, MAAssistant Professor of Medicine at Columbia University Medical CenterDave WhiteKidney Transplant Recipient and Patient ExpertSERIES MODERATORKarin Hehenberger, MD, PhDFounder and CEO of Lyfebulb
2023-06-27
35 min
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A Celebratory Conversation with the Winner of the Lyfebulb – CVS Kidney Care® Innovation Challenge
Calling all those interested in kidney health, transplantation, health equity and innovation! Check out this podcast to hear from Dalton Shaull (Winner) and Sharron Rouse (Honorable Mention) of the Lyfebulb – CVS Kidney Care® Innovation Challenge, as well as Jesse Roach, MD, Senior Medical Director, Health Equity at CVS Kidney Care®, and Jennifer Miller, Executive Director, Commercialization for CVS Kidney Care® at CVS Health.OmniLife received a $25,000 monetary award to further develop its end-to-end communication and collaboration solution purpose-built for transplant teams to automate the intake and patient referral management process to provide better outcomes, reduce costs and creat...
2023-06-27
33 min
FUMS: Giving Multiple Sclerosis The Finger
FUMS 033 – MS Challenges and Lyfebulb Moments with Dr. Karin Hehenberger
Today’s guest on the FUMS Podcast is Dr. Karin Hehenberger. After being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at a young age, Karin has since gone on to dedicate her life to helping others impacted by chronic disease.She eventually created Lyfebulb, an innovative patient-empowerment platform whose mission is to reduce the burden of chronic disease through the power of the patient - an idea that all of us in the FUMS nation can get behind!Most excitingly, Karin talks about the forthcoming MS Innovation Challenge, which looks to support patient entrepreneurs whose companies are developing so...
2019-02-22
24 min
WE Have Cancer
Lyfebulb - A Patient Platform That Embraces and Stimulates Innovation Toward Better Quality of Life
Dr. Karin Hehenberger, is the CEO and Co-Founder of Lyfebulb, an organization whose mission is to "Reduce the burden of chronic disease through the power of the patient." In our conversation we discussed: The origin and goals of Lyfebulb since its inception in 2014. How her own diagnosis with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of 16 and subsequent kidney and pancreas transplants impacted her and the mission and goals of Lyfebulb. The roles of Patient Ambassadors and Patient Entrepreneurs. Why Lyfebulb is a patient-centric organization. The upcoming Lyfebulb-Helsinn Innovation Challenge. The future of Lyfebulb. Apply For...
2019-01-01
37 min