Episode notes
Episode 12 of The Health Exchange Podcast tells the remarkable story of Matison Deaton, a cystic fibrosis patient who overcame years of medical rejections to receive a double lung and kidney transplant. She shares the challenges of navigating the transplant system and how persistence ultimately saved her life. Dr. Rutland and Savannah break down the science behind cystic fibrosis and how new treatments are transforming patient outcomes. Madison opens up about the emotional toll of waiting for a donor, the moment she finally got the call, and what life is like with new organs. This episode is a powerful reminder of the importance of self-advocacy and the medical breakthroughs that continue to change lives.
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