With an unbreakable bond between Chrissy and Paige, it was no surprise that when Chrissy was in need of a Liver Transplant, Paige stepped up to be her donor. Now, post-transplant both Chrissy and Paige have returned to their normal lives but will continue to have a special place in their heart's for each other always!
Maanaza Kalsee
Liver Donation: 10/9/18
My name is Maanaza and I work in the healthcare industry in NYC. My father was diagnosed with HCC and was referred to ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï for treatment by his local hepatologist. His disease was advanced and progressing quickly, so the option of being placed on the wait-list could delay seeking treatment as soon as possible. His doctor presented the option of living donor transplant, but the thought of having a family member go through a major surgery scared him. After long discussions and with the support of my family, I decided to get tested to be a living donor. My first impression was that they are very welcoming and kind. I was informed of the risks and benefits of being a living donor and I felt reassured that I was in safe hands. From pre-donation to post-op, the team made sure I had the best, stress-free experience and was comfortable every step of the way. My surgeon laparoscopically removed 60% of my liver that was successfully transplanted to my father. I can honestly say that I was not nervous once throughout this experience because of the attention and great care I received. It was above and beyond what I expected! It's been about a year and a half since transplant and my father and I are healthy and have recovered completely. I am truly grateful for the care we received at ÍøÆسԹÏ. Thank you all for your excellent service!
