Seattle architect and heart-lung transplant recipient Evan Rood still travels thousands of miles to receive his follow-up care at Penn Medicine. Why? Profound gratitude for a care team that took a chance on him when other transplant centers would not, and deep bonds forged over the 15 months he spent living at HUP before and after transplant. “Penn medical personnel go above and beyond for their patients,” Rood said. “I was in the hospital long enough that I created a community of friends among my nurses, doctors, physical therapists, and occupational therapists. They meant so much to my family.” Link in bio for Evan's full story. #lungtransplant #transplantpatient #hearttransplant #organdonation #donatelife