Did you know that living kidney donor surgery is actually a short procedure and most people recover within just a few weeks?
In January 2022, I was diagnosed with end-stage kidney disease. I’m currently on dialysis and doing everything I can to stay hopeful and strong while I wait for a transplant — my best chance at getting back to a full life.
People sometimes assume that becoming a living donor means a long, difficult recovery, but the truth is, the surgery usually takes just a few hours. Most donors are walking the same day, and many return to normal activities within 2–6 weeks. According to the National Kidney Foundation, donors often describe it as one of the most meaningful things they’ve ever done — and many say they’d do it again if they could.
For someone like me, a transplant would mean the chance to return to work, ease the burden on my wife, and contribute back to others the way I used to. I’ve always been someone who cared deeply for others — but this disease has limited how much I can give.
If you’re curious about the process or even just want to learn more, there’s no commitment. Simply complete the short contact form on my website. It’s completely confidential, and you’ll be connected with a Living Donor Navigator who has been through it themselves and can answer any questions you have. https://giftworksuuh.com/xinfanh/
Thank you for taking a moment to care.
