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July 18, 2024/Patient Stories

Woman Celebrates 30 Years With Same Heart After Transplant

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Family means the world to 76-year-old Mary Perry, and she enjoys celebrating life’s milestones with them. But there was a time when Mary wasn’t sure if she’d make it to see her grandchild’s high school graduation because of her failing heart. Years later, she’s not only been able to watch her grandchild walk down the aisle, but she’s also marked the 30th anniversary of her successful heart transplant. Read more.

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