In this special episode of Equal Dose, we mark the 70th anniversary of the first successful organ transplant and explore the powerful impact of organ donation and transplantation. Join hosts Autria Godfrey in Washington, DC, and Stephen Horn in London as they dive into personal stories and groundbreaking advancements in the field of transplantation.
Episode Highlights:
- Kristina Moon shares the legacy of her late husband, firefighter Billy Moon, and the incredible story of the lives he saved through organ donation.
- Dr. Luke Yates from the UK charity Live Life Give Life discusses his personal story of loss and his advocacy for increased organ donor registration.
- Jeff Orlowski, CEO of LifeShare Network, explains the latest transplantation technologies and successful outreach for donor registration.

Tune in to hear these stories of resilience, legacy, and innovation as we honor the progress in organ donation and the ongoing need to support those waiting for transplants.
🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode to spread awareness and celebrate the gift of life that organ donation brings.
Resources and Links:
Learn more about organ donation: NHS Organ Donation (UK) / OrganDonor.gov (US)
The Billy Moon Foundation: billymoonfoundation.org
Live Life Give Life: livelifegivelife.org
LifeShare Network: lifeshareok.org
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Chapters
00:00 - Welcome to Equal Dose
00:03 - Introduction to Social Determinants of Health
00:08 - Hosts Introductions: Autria Godfrey and Stephen Horn
00:13 - Podcast Focus on Health Equity
00:23 - Episode Topic: 70th Anniversary of Transplantation
00:49 - Medical Disclaimer
01:14 - Guest Previews: Kristina Moon, Luke Yates, and Jeff Orlowski
01:35 - Historical Background: First Kidney Transplant (1954)
01:43 - Transplant Between Identical Twins
01:51 - Nobel Prize for Dr. Joseph Murray's Work in Transplantation
01:58 - Transplant Statistics in the UK
02:05 - Guest Introduction: Laila Rizvi, WebsEdge
02:19 - Impact of Organ Donation: Current Statistics and Challenges
03:05 - Introducing Kristina Moon and the Legacy of Billy Moon
03:33 - Kristina Moon Shares Her Story: December 2022
04:39 - Billy Moon’s Organ Donation: Saving Five Lives
05:50 - The Billy Moon Foundation and Its Mission
07:22 - Maintaining Connections with Organ Recipients
08:39 - Meeting Billy's Heart Recipient: An Emotional Moment
09:37 - Heartbeat Keepsake with Build-A-Bear
10:10 - Introducing Luke Yates from Live Life Give Life
10:24 - Luke's Story: Waiting for a Transplant for His Wife
12:02 - The Challenge of Waiting for a Transplant
13:00 - Organ Shortage and Cultural Barriers in the UK
15:08 - Jeff Orlowski on Advances in Transplantation Technology
16:55 - Normothermic Perfusion vs. Cold Storage for Organs
18:48 - Increasing Organ Donation in Underrepresented Communities
22:10 - Organ Donation as a Human Gift
25:10 - Collaborations with Communities and Healthcare Providers
28:03 - Logistics of the Donation and Transplant Process
31:28 - Closing Remarks and Thank You to Guests
31:38 - Preview of Next Episode: Equity in Data and Health Research
32:10 - Equal Dose is Brought to You by WebsEdge