Glen Kelley, a heart transplant recipient, shared his journey at the ISHLT conference in Prague. After battling cancer and heart disease, he received two transplants and faced multiple health challenges. Despite this, Kelley had a successful career and transitioned to a patient advocate. He dedicated himself to supporting others dealing with heart disease and now serves as a Patient Advocate Trustee and a member of OPTN’s Board of Directors. Kelley’s goal is to empower patients through support, education, and advocacy, ensuring they have the resources they need throughout their health journey. Source: International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation.
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Heart transplant recipient’s journey: From patient to advocate
