Shaun Kornusky, a heart transplant recipient, shares his journey with gratitude towards Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin. Diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy at 12, he lived with an ICD for years to manage his condition until receiving a transplant in 2024 at age 40. Kornusky’s advocacy for organ donation stems from his experience, aiming to raise awareness about the importance of donating organs. Dr. Ravi Dhinara, part of Kornusky’s medical team, highlights the prevalence of the condition and the necessity for early detection. Despite his struggles and the loss of friends due to his condition, Kornusky is now able to lead a normal life, fulfilling his dreams of coaching his son’s football team and traveling, thanks to his donor. Kornusky’s story serves as a reminder of the impact of organ donation on individuals’ lives and the critical need for more donors to save lives.
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