Thank you for all the helpful information! I’ll get back to you with any updates as I learn more. His case is considered high-risk due to his age (diagnosed at 69, now 70), as well as the liver complications caused by chemotherapy and his pre-existing heart condition, which has led to AFib. Because of these factors, we’re likely going to need a hospital close to home that can manage these issues. The risks associated with the transplant are higher for his age group and with his existing conditions, so we want to be extra cautious.

Ideally, the process would be as straightforward as you mentioned, but given the complications he’s already experienced since his diagnosis, we’re taking a more cautious approach. My parents have already covered one airlift transport when my dad was first diagnosed (during his blast cell crisis) and are hoping to avoid those kinds of expenses moving forward.

If anyone in the community has experience with Corewell Health in Grand Rapids, MI, or any other hospitals in that area, we would greatly appreciate any suggestions or recommendations on other hospital systems to explore. We’ve consulted with the University of Michigan for a second opinion, and they agreed that being close to family support would be best. However, at this time, they’re unable to take him on for post-transplant care due to capacity issues.

Thank you again for your support and any further guidance!