Kelly Corrigan Wonders Thanks For Being Here - A Full Circle Kidney Donation Story
Nov 2, 2025
A listener named Karen felt compelled to donate a kidney after hearing another listener's heartfelt thank-you letter. The story unfolds through Karen's journey, revealing the emotional and medical steps she took toward donating. She shares her positive experience and insights about living donation, highlighting the profound ripple effect of one simple letter. Ultimately, the recipient expresses immense gratitude, calling the transplant a miracle. This tale beautifully illustrates how sharing personal experiences can inspire acts of kindness and connection.
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Listener Motivated To Donate
- Karen Burke heard Jennifer Kramer Miller's letter and immediately felt certain she should pursue donating a kidney.
- She completed evaluations quickly and entered the donor process despite initial doubts about her age.
How To Begin Living Kidney Donation
- Start the donor process by contacting the National Kidney Foundation and completing their forms.
- Expect coordinated medical, psychiatric, and social evaluations and quick scheduling when you're a viable candidate.
Living Donation Extends Life More
- Living kidney donation can provide 15 to 20 additional years of life compared with 7 to 10 from deceased donation.
- This longevity difference means a living donor can have an outsized impact on recipients' lives.