Kansas City, Kan- Brian Pitts and Archie Moore, heart transplant recipients, shared their emotional journeys and the importance of organ donation. Brian discussed his battle with cardiovascular vasculopathy (CAV) and how receiving a letter from his donor's mother reignited his gratitude.

Pitts describes he new love of mentorship for other patients.

The conversation emphasized the profound emotional impact of transplants, the support systems in place for patients, and the critical need for organ donor registration.

Heart Transplant Surgery In Kansas City At The University Of Kansas Health System

Brian Pitts, Heart Transplant Patient  

• Brian recounts receiving a letter from his donor's mother.
• Brian discusses his experience with cardiovascular vasculopathy (CAV) and its impact on his health post-transplant.

Jan Caldwell, Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Heart Failure Team, The University of Kansas Health System

• Jan Caldwell emphasizes the importance of early emotional support for transplant patients and the role of counseling services.
• She explains the prevalence of CAV in transplant patients and the early detection and management strategies.

Dr. Tyler Zorn, Cario-Thoracic Surgeon, The University of Kansas Health System

• Dr. Tyler Zorn expresses his gratitude for being part of the transplant process and the impact it has on patients' lives.
• He highlights the rigorous process of matching donor hearts to recipients.

Friday, February 14th at 8 a.m. is the next All Things Heart- Heart to Heart Love- Married Cardiologist- We close our week of love by profiling two doctors who fell in love while caring for their patient’s hearts.

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