How to Become a Kidney Donor
Giving life by becoming a kidney donor can be very rewarding. You are providing a person the chance to live without the help of dialysis. If you are thinking about changing a person’s life by becoming a donor, it’s important to gather all the facts about a kidney donation.
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Finding a Kidney Donor
When John needed a kidney, he and his wife Myrna came up with creative ways to find people who were willing to get tested to see if they were a match. Hear how they reached out to their community, from social media to hosting brunch events.
Deciding to Become a Living Kidney Donor
You've made the serious decision to donate your kidney. But before moving forward, take a look at what it can be like for a living kidney donor to go through the physical and emotional aspects of the donation process.
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5 Things Kidney Donors Should Know about Insurance
Donating your kidney is a gift and it’s important to understand everything about the process, including your insurance coverage. Here is a quick look at what you should know as it relates to insurance.
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Become a Registered Donor
If you're not ready to be a living donor but want to register to donate your organs after you pass away, get information on that process.
Get InfoGet the Transplant Smart Booklet
Transplant Smart is a multimedia kidney transplant education program for DaVita patients to help them understand more about this important treatment option. Even if you’re not a patient, you can access in-depth information about kidney transplants from the free Transplant Smart guide today.
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Understand even more about a kidney recipient's journey, from finding a match to coping with feelings after surgery.