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The Journey Continues National Kidney Foundation of Illinois
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5.0 • 24 Ratings
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The Journey Continues is a podcast committed to promoting kidney health and organ donation through powerful stories. Host Monica Fox is a kidney transplant recipient and Director of Outreach and Government Relations for the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois. This series will feature the journeys of kidney patients, living donors, transplant recipients, donor families and industry experts who continue to educate the community through their own experiences and stories.
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Moving the Needle
Dr. Holly Kramer’s calling to nephrology came at an early age. Now she’s inspiring the next generation of providers to bring kidney health to the forefront while advocating and caring for her patients.
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A Weighty Topic
Obesity is more than just a few extra pounds. When left unchecked, it can lead to serious health issues – including chronic kidney disease.
Dr. Evgueni Minev, a nephrologist who studies the link between obesity and chronic kidney disease, explains new ways to manage obesity while caring for your kidneys.
This episode is sponsored by Nephrology Associates of Northern Illinois and Indiana (NANI). Learn more at their website: nephdocs.com -
Project Donor
Ruby Rorty is the Executive Director of Project Donor – a non-profit group that helps potential organ donors achieve eligibility by helping them meet their weight loss goals or quit smoking. She shares about the development, success, and future of the program as it changes lives.
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My Why
Casana Fink is best known as the current reigning Miss Tampa but she’s just as proud of her accomplishment as the author of a children’s book about organ donation. Her experience as the daughter of liver transplant recipient inspired her to bring comfort and understanding to families across the country.
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Roots & Wings
Aaron Sims was used to a jet-setting lifestyle, traveling the world and enjoying life when Lupus caused his kidneys to fail. His illness grounded him until a transplant from his brother helped him return to doing all of the things he loves.
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Perfect Match
Jon McCabe knew the moment that he laid eyes on Carol in college that she was his perfect match. When the pair learned in their early 70s that Carol needed a kidney transplant, he got the medical proof. The couple shares the importance of advocating for yourself and having the right team in your corner.
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The Journey Continues has been interesting for me as I knew very little about kidney disease and its causes before listening. The episodes are informative, encouraging, touching and even entertaining. I highly recommend sharing this podcast with anyone who may benefit from learning more about this topic.
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I’m always happy when someone gets a second chance.
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Authentic and real stories about a topic that touches us all. I learn from this podcast and have had a few cries too!!