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Life With An LVAD: Waiting For A Heart Transplant

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Uploaded by on Oct 30, 2008

Debbie is living life with an left-ventricular assist device (LVAD) and waiting for a heart transplant at Sharp Memorial Hospital in San Diego. For more information on Sharp HealthCare's Heart Transplant Program, visit http://www.sharp.com/transplant/heart.cfm

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  • I was born with Tetralogy of Fallot and my parents were told that I would not live to be 15. I celebrated my 48th birthday this past summer. However, I have also just been placed on the UNOS list for a heart transplant. I don't have an LVAD yet, but that is an option, I am told. Scary stuff, actually. But I have a beautiful 2 1/2 year old daughter that I have to stick around for, so I strive to remain positive. Thanks for posting this, because it helps to see others facing what I am facing.

  • @anticsrocks Happy belated birthday! Thanks for sharing your story with us. Sending all the best to you and your family.

  • it amazes me to watch how this woman would do anything in order to prolong her life..while I,who am half her age,honestly hope that i don't wake up when i go to sleep.

  • @Lurker011 We're sorry you feel that way. If you feel like you need help, please contact your doctor. Take care.

  • @Lurker011 We've been thinking about you. If you need help, please call 1-800-827-4277. We can help you find the resources you need, wherever you live. Take care.

  • 25 years post Heart Transplant at the age of 6. This is amazing stuff! It wasn't even heard of when I had my transplant in 1986.

    Long may the beat go on!!!!

  • @MrAblivian Amazing is the word! Thank you for sharing your story with us.

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  • Debbie is a true credit to the Human Spirit.

  • @Lurker011

    That's depression. Please talk to your doctor.

  • @kjoe2318 Thanks for your comment! Love that you named your LVAD "George" :) We look forward to watching your interview soon.

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