In this episode, we explore the journey of organ transplantation—what it takes to make transplants possible, the latest advancements in the field, and the powerful stories of those whose lives have been forever changed.

Our guests include:

• Ben Williams – Kidney transplant recipient, NFL Players Association Chapter President, and former US NFL football player (including the Minnesota Vikings) who transitioned to the NFL Europe/World Football League. Ben Williams Foundation is on a mission to educate on kidney disease: https://benwilliamsfoundation.org/
• Dr. Vanessa Humphreville, MD, FACS – Liver, kidney, and pancreas transplant surgeon and associate professor at the University of Minnesota School of Medicine.
• Kate Kishish – Transplant coordinator at LifeSource, one of 56 Organ Procurement Organizations (OPOs) in the country. LifeSource serves the second-largest geographical region, covering Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and parts of western Wisconsin, with a mission to save and heal lives through organ donation and transplantation.

Organ transplantation is a life-saving procedure in which a donor’s organ is surgically placed into a recipient whose own organ has failed or been damaged. While thousands of lives are transformed each year through organ donation, the need for organs continues to far exceed the available supply. Join us as we explore the science, the human impact, and the critical need for awareness and action in organ transplantation. Learn more about how to become a donor at LifeSource.