Stories of Hope for Heart Patients

Brian Montalbano: Heart Transplant x2

I feel very blessed to be here today, fully understanding that someone had to pass away for me to have the chance I have; and to those donors and families I am forever grateful.

Quinn Family: Madelyn’s Heart

Madelyn’s heart transplant changed our lives and took us from the depths of despair to the peak of happiness.

Jax the Heart Warrior

It has been a very slow and difficult recovery for Jax, but he is a true warrior and continues to show true strength.

Lisa Armijo: My miracle

A great miracle came through for me. Doctors walked in one evening and advised they were placing me on the list.

Change of heart – Giving back to mankind

Mohan Mahal’s transplant journey literally and figuratively led to a change of heart. He’s been inspired to give back to the world and to the communities around him.

A new heart during the COVID-19 pandemic

Struggling with a heart condition diagnosed in 2004, Jesse received a heart transplant during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Joseph Hillenburg: Celebrating National Donate Life Month

To celebrate both National Donate Life Month and National Pediatric Transplant Week, Joseph Hillenburg, shares his perspective as father of Ben, a transplant recipient.

Gianna Paniagua: Celebrating National Donate Life Month

Gianna Paniagua, heart transplant recipient, shares her story and how every day can feel similar to COVID-19 to her.

Roxanne Watson: Celebrating National Donate Life Month

To celebrate National Donate Life Month, Roxanne Watson shares her story as a heart transplant recipient.

Jennifer Ontiveros: Miracles do happen

On July 18,2019 I received a heart and double lung transplant and it has been the best thing that has every happened to me. Also knowing that I was the first person to receive a heart and double lung transplant in San Diego in 2019.