Lahey Clinic Transplant Patient Shares Her Life Saving Story

“My experience with Lahey Clinic is so remarkable I could probably write a book…

My story begins in January, 2009. That’s when I went into liver failure and had my first liver transplant. Notice I said ‘first’ liver transplant? In August 2009 I had my second liver transplant along with a kidney transplant, which is referred to as a K-Liver by transplant experts.

For starters, Lahey Clinic’s Transplantation team is the most knowledgeable, trusting, intelligent and caring group of people I’ve ever met.  From the Doctors, Nurses, Assistants, Residents, office staff & social workers… everyone was extraordinary. (I hope I didn’t leave anyone out!)  My experience was made that much easier due to their experience & understanding.

And now a few words about my ANGELS on 6-Central.  They are the BEST nurses ever! I had nine admissions to Lahey Clinic (or, ‘Spa Lahey’, as I like to call it) in 2009. The nurses and nursing assistants there… I can’t even find the words to describe them. They are as close to perfection as you could possibly get. I never waited for anything and I was always treated like a QUEEN.

I was there so many times I even had in-depth, one-on-one conversations with Lab Tech’s and the cleaning staff! (Ask Anthony about bringing me through the hospital with Coconut Bras hanging from my IV Pole!) They made my recovery so much easier.

Everyday I thank God for Lahey Clinic. If it were not for the exceptional caregivers at Lahey Clinic, or the Donors, I would not be here today.”

- Donate Life

Sincerely,

Emily Pitale