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Walt replied to Nic's discussion 'Anybody have experience with financial criteria for transplant re: medications in the state of Georgia?'

"I don't think that Medicare can vary between states. If you really meant Medicaid, then that is a different story. I believe that Medicare will cover the 1st 3 years of meds for a kidney transplant. I think that you and the…"

22 hours ago

Walt replied to Kt*'s discussion 'Kidney Transplant and tobacco use.'

"FYI, the U of Mich Heart Transplant Center wouldn't even list a patient until they stopped smoking and agreed not to start again post transplant. I'm surprised that the Kidney Transplant folks didn't make the same request of…"

Sunday

Walt replied to Sam's discussion 'Aspirin'

"Kt, I tend to agree with David, however I would consult the transplant center. I never take anything over the counter unless I check with them first. Always good to be cautious post transplant. "

Saturday

Walt replied to Sam's discussion 'Aspirin'

"I'm a heart transplant and I've been taking "baby" (85 mg) aspirin since transplant. I've never heard of tinnitus being a side effect of aspirin. Aspirin is ceratinly better for you than other…"

Friday

Walt replied to Judy's discussion 'Juicing vegetables'

"Judy, from my perspective I don't see too many things wrong with juicing as long as it is incorporated into a regular diet. Yes there are some fruits and veggies that should be omitted from the diet and this would also include in the form…"

May 15

Walt replied to Hostess Risé's discussion 'Heart Transplant Diet?'

"In my experience, my cardiologist is an expert in all matters of the heart. He is very knowledgeable about things that affect the heart and how the heart affects other organs. However, I believe that he differs to Dietitians and…"

May 15

Walt replied to Hostess Risé's discussion 'Heart Transplant Diet?'

"For most heart transplants they suggest low salt & low fat foods. Many heart transplants are susceptible to coronary artery disease, that is why they usually prescribe a statin along with the immuno-suppressants. Reduced salt helps…"

May 14

Walt posted a status

"Here's a story about U of Michigan's 2000th Liver Transplant. http://ning.it/126BVH1"

May 13

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Walt replied to Parveen's discussion 'Problem of Incisional Hernia after Liver Transaplant' in the group HCV LIVER TRANSPLANT

"The only remedy that I am aware of is the installation of a mesh over the herniated area. I don't believe there is any "natural" method to close the gap where the hernia occurs. Of course I'm not an expert on the…"

May 12

Walt and Parveen are now friends

May 12

Walt replied to Parveen's discussion 'Problem of Incisional Hernia after Liver Transaplant' in the group HCV LIVER TRANSPLANT

"The only thing that I can add to this subject is that hernia's are common in any abdominal surgery. They can usually be repaired with additional surgery. Discuss this with your transplant team and see what they advise. Good…"

May 12

Walt replied to Kayla's discussion 'Letter' in the group Chat Live on Transplant Friends.com

"Kayla, congrats on the double transplant! I think I know how you feel. It is so very hard to put all of your thoughts and emotions into the note. I read what Mark suggested and I think he was very eloquent in describing the key…"

May 11

Walt replied to braveheart's discussion 'Disability payment and medicare coverage'

"Don't quote me, but I'm in the same boat. I went on SSDI about 4 months after my LVAD implant. At that time (I was 56), they told me that I would be reviewed when I hit my 5 year anniversary. I am about to hit 7 years and I have…"

May 11

Walt replied to Ron's discussion 'Heart Transplant'

"Welcome! Sorry I'm just a mere 62, but if you want to discuss things, I'd be glad to see if I can help. I've had my new heart just over 6 years, FYI."

May 11

Walt replied to braveheart's discussion 'Disability payment and medicare coverage'

"Here is some info that I found regarding organ transplants and SSDI. I didn't see any 3 yr reference, but lots of age references. Organ Transplants and Social Security Disability Insurance Here is an explanation of Social…"

May 11

Walt commented on Padster's blog post 'Is Charity obscene?'

"The Duchess of Windsor is an individual, and that is how you started this thread!"

May 10

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Were you a member of our Forum on http://TransplantBuddies.com ?: No

Where did you hear about Transplant Friends?: at a support group meeting

Are You Male or Female?: Male

Share - which illness lead up to you needing a transplant?: Cardiomyopathy

Which Organ(s) did you receive? If you are on the waiting list, please share.: Heart

Drugs, vitamins, favorite foods: Cellcept, Neoral, Prednisone

How many years have you had your Transplant for?: 6 yrs

I am Interested in Transplant Friends because...: sharing experiences

Which Transplant Center has or will perform your life saving surgery?: U of Michigan

Share how your transplant experience changed your life?: I appreciate every day that I have with family and friends

Share whatever information you want us to know about you: I've written and self-published a book about key events in my life. I've shared this with my family & close friends. I plan to write a book detailing my medical history leading up to my transplant.

Share your interests and hobbies: reading, writing, music, etc.

What Part of The World Do you Live? Feel free to share city, state, country: Brighton, Michigan,USA

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At 9:36pm on March 11, 2013, desparado said…: THANKS LOOK FORWARD TO CHATING WITH YOU.

WALT

At 7:21pm on February 11, 2013, Michelle Nichols said…: Thanks Walter! I have to now and i have to take care of myself and live life to the fullest as God intended

At 11:27pm on January 5, 2013, hearttxp said…: Just hope I do not forget ?

At 12:13am on December 25, 2012, Cisco said…: Walter, obviously, there are some medications that are similar such as prograf and prednisone, but after that it is a different story. As we also know, prednisone is not a drug that is taken by all transplant patients. I don't know about everyone, but I am curious about the drugs which are NOT common to each transplant and why they are taken. I would like to know about other types of transplants. It might help us to better understand what other patients are going through. I know that there are some folks who have good days and bad days and others who have mostly good or mostly bad days. It amy be that they have to take more of a medication on one day or the next. We do know that once a person has a transplant, it does take a medication as well as a patient adjustment period.

At 7:32pm on December 23, 2012, Cisco said…: Thanks for coming to chat today. I thought it went really well. See you next week.

At 1:31pm on December 15, 2012, Cisco said…: Walter, I agree with you wholeheartedly.

At 10:00pm on October 31, 2012, Hostess Risé said…

At 9:34pm on October 31, 2012, Hostess Risé said…: Happy Birthday Walter! Wishing you many more happy birthdays, Rise'

At 9:05am on October 31, 2012, Mr. T said…: Hello my fellow Michigandor, Happy Birthday Walter. I hope you have a Fantastic day. Enjoy life. Congrats on your up coming 6th yr anniversary. That's awesome. Take care

At 8:57am on October 31, 2012, Cisco said…: Happy birthday Walter!! Have a great day! You deserve it! Hope to see you on Saturday and Sunday, same time and place!