The fax line is open!

According to the transplant coordinator at UCLA, prospective donors can fax their applications at any time now. So, for those wonderfully kind souls who are considering donating, you may submit the two-sided form to the fax number at the bottom of the page. The surgeons will review the forms and begin testing those who look like the best potential match. There are 6 match points possible; they are happy with four or five.

If you would like to receive a form, I can email it to you and then you could print it out. (hip50@aol.com)

I am aware of the incredible gift you are considering. I know that this is a very personal sobering decision, and there are many things to consider. Disruption of schedule and life are not to be taken lightly.

Some peace of mind can be found in that ALL medical costs, including procedures, testing and any medications are paid for fully by my insurance. There will be no money out of pocket for the donor. Even parking at UCLA will be covered. If a donor's remaining kidney ever fails, he/she will go immediately to the top of the receiver list, and the donor would get the first available kidney - usually within a week I'm told.

So, here we go - I want to state  that whatever happens in this process is to God's glory. He is in charge of healing, providing a donor, and guiding all of us through this. Through His power of creation, he give us the incredibly complex bodies that we live in, and the wisdom and talent of researchers, surgeons, and the medical profession to lengthen and ease our lives while here. I am grateful to Him as the author of life, and to all those who dedicate themselves to the healing professions.

Thanks for keeping the prayers and thoughts coming......
chip