Trauma to Transformation
Open Heart Surgery And Sternotomy
Recovery after open heart surgery or a sternotomy involves safe movement and precautions. Learn about the “move within the tube” approach.
What happens In ICU After A Heart Transplant?
The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) can be a very intimidating and overwhelming place. It is bright, loud and busy. When you wake up in ICU after a Heart/Lung…
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What Happens In A Heart Transplant?
When you are wheeled into the theatre for your heart/lung transplant you will be in an enormous theatre with multiple teams ready to go.
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What You Need To Pack For Your Heart Transplant
Packing for your Heart Transplant is exciting and important. Here is a guide about what you need to pack for a heart transplant.
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What Happens When You Get Your Transplant call?
The Call for an Organ Transplant can come during the day or night. It is important that you are ready at any time with your hospital bag with…
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The Transplant Call: What Happens and Why
What is it like to wait for a transplant call? This post gives a peak into the reality of waiting and finally receiving the transplant call.
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How Can Carers Support Heart Transplant Patients?
The Transplant Team values devoted carers who support patients through the transplant journey. There is an expectation that you will be accompanied by a carer (or carers) during…
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