**The Transplant Handbook**
*A survivor’s guide to navigating the journey—emotionally, medically and financially.*

Kidney failure is overwhelming.

The diet changes, the lifestyle restrictions, the travel limitations for dialysis, the medications — it’s exhausting physically and mentally.

And now you’re considering a transplant.

You start researching, but the information online is a maze. Some of it is helpful. Some of it is outdated. Much of it reads like it was written for doctors, not patients. The medical terms blur together. The advice contradicts itself. The internet can be a lifeline — and an even bigger source of confusion.

Friends and family try to help, too. Some share stories. Some share warnings. Some share folklore that’s been passed down for years. Unless someone has lived through a transplant or has a medical background, how do you know what to trust?

 

That’s why I wrote The Transplant Handbook.

This book gives you the information you need to decide whether you want to walk the transplant path — and then helps you take each step, one manageable piece at a time.

You won’t be walking alone. This book helps you make informed decisions by giving you the knowledge to ask your medical team the right questions. I’ve walked this road myself, and now I want to help you walk yours.

 

Ready to take the next step? Get The Transplant Handbook — available in PDF or paperback.

 

What You Will Learn

Inside The Transplant Handbook, you’ll discover:

• How to decide if transplant is right for you — emotionally, physically, and practically.
• What to expect during the evaluation process and how to prepare for each step.
• How to understand medical terms and procedures without feeling overwhelmed.
• What recovery really looks like, from the first hours to the first year.
• How to manage medications, side effects, and lifestyle changes with confidence.
• How to talk with your family and caregivers so they understand what you need.
• How to prepare your home, your schedule, and your support system for the journey ahead.
• Information on financial resources and assistance including sample letters/emails.
• Where to find reliable resources, support groups, and communities that can help you long after the surgery.

This isn’t a medical textbook. It’s a clear, honest, patient focused guide written by someone who has lived every step of the process.

For Your Family and Friends

Your loved ones will have questions. Mine did. They walked the journey with me, and now The Transplant Handbook can help your family understand what you’re facing and how they can support you — emotionally, practically, and realistically.

This book gives them the clarity they need to walk beside you, not behind you.

Help your family understand the journey ahead. Get The Transplant Handbook in PDF or paperback.

 

The Hard Parts — and the Hope

I want to be honest: this journey isn’t always easy. There were moments when I wondered if I had made the right choice. There were days when the pain and uncertainty felt like too much.

But then I healed. I was free from three times a week dialysis. My diet restrictions eased. I could live again — truly live.

In the five years after my transplant, I lived more fully than I had in the previous twenty. Eleven of those years were spent on dialysis. Even before that, I didn’t realize how precious life could feel when you finally get it back.

I’ve walked the walk. I’ve cried the tears. I’ve felt the fear and the pain. And because of that, I can help you.

You are not alone. Your family is not alone. Let The Transplant Handbook guide you toward clarity, confidence, and a brighter future.

If you’re ready for clarity, confidence, and a guide you can trust, The Transplant Handbook is available in both PDF and paperback.

Choose the format that works best for you and start your journey with the information you deserve.