Transplant Type - Double lung

We're thrilled to report that Holly received her transplant on March 28, 2011!

Holly, a devoted wife, battled chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) for 18 years. Two physicians, an allergy/immunology specialist and a pulmonologist helped her manage the illness for many years, but eventually the treatments stopped working. Prior to her transplant, Holly depended on an oxygen tank 24 hours a day, which limited her mobility. Doctors said her only hope for a second chance at life was a double-lung transplant.

Holly's career as a medical editor has allowed her to work from home, but her declining health made it difficult to do everyday tasks. Just walking short distances was almost impossible for her. Holly also is a Certified Master Gardener and can't wait to resume gardening.

Holly is thankful for the support of her loved ones and looks forward to spending more time with her family and friends.

The average double-lung transplant costs more than $650,000. And that's only the beginning. Even with health coverage, Holly faces significant expenses. For the rest of her life, she will need follow-up care and daily anti-rejection medications. Post-transplant medications are expensive and as critical to her survival as the transplant itself. She expects out-of-pocket expenses in the months to come to exceed $100,000.

You can help.
Your gift to the NFT Texas Lung Fund in Holly's honor will enable NFT to help with her transplant-related expenses. Your contribution, large or small, will make a difference in Holly's life. Please click on the link beneath her photo to make an online donation. If you prefer to mail your gift, please send it to NFT Texas Lung Fund, 5350 Poplar Ave., Suite 430, Memphis, TN 38119. Please be sure to write "in honor of Holly Julian" in the memo line.

Thank you for your generosity!

Patient Health Institute: University Hospital, San Antonio