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What to Expect as a Transplant Caregiver Jan 5, 2021 | By Kristin Eggebraaten (@keggebraaten)Comment receiving replies
@actsoflight Be satisfied in your heart and mind that you have done what you can/are willing to do. There is an old saying about "not being able to change the stripes on a zebra" or something like that. Take peace in your heart and mind that you have extended yourself as far as you are comfortable doing. If you choose to stop at this point, feel secure you did as much as you did. Your friend may need a severe wake-up call to understand his role in all of this. We each have experienced people who believe they have no responsibility in their situation. Be strong for yourself. Feel free to reach out to me in a private message if you feel the need.
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Quite frankly, I don't know how his cardiologist who knows how impossible and in so many ways this patient is. This doctor's staff and colleagues have had bad encounters with him and try to avoid dealing with him. I've tried to temper him and sometimes it worked and but most of the time it didn't. It usually revolves around him not doing things in a timely manner and then blaming others for his mess up.
I understand that there are only 2000 hearts available a year and well over 3000 patients needing hearts.