Transplant Type - Intestine

Throughout his childhood, Andy endured kidney problems, which forced him to go on dialysis from time to time. In 2005, he suffered a heart attack and required four stents.

In 2008, Andy suffered two intestinal blood clots, resulting in the removal of his intestines. He was forced to rely on a colostomy bag and feedings through a tube for nutrients.

Thankfully, he received a small bowel transplant in June of 2009 and is recovering well.

Andy, a single father, wants nothing more than to spend many more years with his only daughter, Sarah, who he calls the "light of his life."

A small bowel transplant costs approximately $500,000. Even with health insurance, Andy faces significant medical expenses related to his transplant, including travel to his transplant center, lodging, co-pays and medication. For the rest of his life, he will need follow-up care and vital daily anti-rejection medications, which can cost up to $5,000 per month. These medications are as critical to his survival as the transplant itself.

You can help! To make a donation to NFT in honor of Andy, click the link below his photo. If you'd prefer to send your gift by mail, please send it to the NFT Pennsylvania Transplant Fund, 5350 Poplar Avenue, Suite 430, Memphis, TN 38119.

Please be sure to write "in honor of Andy McGlauflin in the memo line." Thank you for your generosity!

Patient Health Institute: Georgetown University Hospital