Transplant Type - Heart

We are thrilled to report that Jan received his transplant on March 19, 2011!

In 1994, Jan was diagnosed with cardiomyopathy. Later the same year, he suffered a heart attack and learned he had total blockage of an artery. He was diagnosed with congestive heart failure, and doctors said a heart transplant was critical to his survival.

Jan and his wife, Theresa, have four adopted children and a young granddaughter. His illness has been very difficult on the entire family. Jan is grateful for his transplant, which will allow him to spend many more years with his family, perform more often and return to his love of teaching music. But he needs your help.

A heart transplant costs approximately $650,000. And that's only the beginning. Even with health coverage, Jan will face significant medical expenses. For the rest of his life, he will need follow-up care and daily anti-rejection medications. The cost of post-transplant medications can range from $2,000 to $5,000 per month--and they are as critical to his survival as the transplant itself.

You can help.
To make a donation to NFT in honor of Jan, click the link below his photo. If you'd prefer to send your gift by mail, please send it to the NFT North Carolina Heart Fund, 5350 Poplar Avenue, Suite 430, Memphis, TN 38119. Please be sure to write "in honor of Jan Johansson" on the memo line.

Thank you for your generosity!

Patient Health Institute: University of North Carolina Hospital