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Saxonburg, PA
September 21, 2004
It has been over 2 months since Martha's transplant and she is doing wonderful!! She is no longer on oxygen, exercises every day - a couple times a day, and she is very determined to keep improving!
Monday, July 12, 2004
Martha has received a left lung transplant!! She is in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. She received the call around 6:00am on Saturday, July 10th. She spent most of the day at the hospital getting scans, x-rays, etc. At 7:30pm she was taken to the operating area to be prepped for surgery. At 2:00am the next morning, the surgeon, Dr. Hattlet came into the waiting area to tell all of us that the operation was a success. Twelve hours after the surgery, she was breathing on her own, and sitting up and talking.
Sunday, January 25th
Martha received the call, saying lungs were available for her. She and her husband rushed to Presby Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA, followed shortly by family and Pastor Clair. Everyone was there to support her and help her prepare for the transplant surgery. Unfortunately, when the lungs arrived to the hospital, Martha's surgeons noticed damage to one of the lungs. She opted to wait for a double transplant instead of a receiving a single transplant. Now she is back on the "waiting list"..
December 12, 2003
Martha has her beeper!!
December 9, 2003
At a monthly transplant support group meeting, Martha received good news from Lisa (her Lung Transplant Coordinator) that she is now ready for transplant. This means Martha can now get a beeper and prepare for her transplant.
December 7, 2003
Martha celebrated her 59th birthday with family.
Age: 59
Married to: George Emerick
Children: Theresa, Doug, Darla, LeeAnn, Kathy, George Jr.
Granchildren: 16
GreatGrandchildren: 2
Martha has been diagnosed with End Stage Emphysema and as of March 3, 2003 placed on a waiting list for a double lung transplant.
While insurance will help cover some costs, there are many expenses that are not covered (copays, deductibles, travel expenses, pre-surgical and post-operative evaluations, temporary housing during recovery, and costly anti-rejection medications for the rest of her life.
A fund has been established in Martha's name with the National Transplant Assistance Fund (NTAF). NTAF is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing assistance to the transplant community as well as promoting donor awareness. All donations are tax deductible and will be administered by NTAF for use in her transplant-related expenses. To make a financial contribution, please click on the NTAF link at the top left corner of this webpage.
Thank you for your support!!
