Patrick had a kidney transplant

A person is seated in a medical facility, undergoing dialysis treatment. The individual has an IV line inserted into the arm, connected to a dialysis machine with various tubes and a digital display. The person is using a laptop placed on a tray table in front of them. There is also a water bottle and some personal items on the table. In the background, there are other medical chairs and equipment visible through glass partitions.

Dialysis helped, but receiving a kidney changed everything. I could travel overseas, manage my businesses, and feel fit and healthy again.

In 2021, Patrick learned he had inherited a genetic condition that causes kidney failure. Despite the diagnosis, he continued living life to the fullest. He started his own business, raised a family, kept up with fishing, and supported his local church.

However, 2 years later Patrick began feeling the effects of kidney failure. His kidney function dropped to 14% and he experienced fatigue, nausea and restlessness.

Within months, his kidney function declined even further. Doctors told him he would likely wait 3 years for a transplant. Determined to keep going, Patrick started dialysis at the hospital, which made a significant difference to his wellbeing.

‘Dialysis 3 times a week took a lot of time, but I was still able to work and go to the gym,’ said Patrick.

His close friends offered to donate their kidneys and began preparing for testing. But only 11 weeks into dialysis, Patrick received a life-changing call.

‘My specialist rang and said they had a kidney for me. I said, ‘Are you kidding?’ I always stayed hopeful, but I couldn’t believe it happened so fast.’

Following the transplant, Patrick was ready to embrace life again.

‘Dialysis helped, but receiving a kidney changed everything. I could travel overseas, manage my businesses, and feel fit and healthy again.’