At just 18 years old, Cody Halfpenny has encountered more adversity in his young life than most people endure in a lifetime. Born with a congenital heart defect, Cody underwent four open heart surgeries before the age of two. For the next 11 years, Cody’s health remained stabled until he needed yet another heart surgery....
Born with a congenital heart condition called hypoplastic left heart syndrome, 16-year-old Abby Farnsworth has lead a truly remarkable life. Before her fourth birthday, she went through three open heart surgeries. Then Abby’s parents were given the bleak news: their daughter needed a new heart to survive. The family had to uproot their lives in...
The first ever Celebrate Transplant Research Event was a resounding success! The evening brought together a wide range of individuals including health care professionals, the public, transplant patients and financial donors. Everyone had their own reason for attending but it was evident that everyone shared an interest in and passion for transplant research. After the...
Fall is usually a time for transition and an opportunity to take stock of the year’s bounty. Here at the TRF, we are reflecting on a busy and productive spring and summer. Not only did we enjoy the sun and beauty of BC, but we were also busy doing what we do best – funding...
What happens when you put together a giant inflatable slide, a magician making balloon animals, a face painter, a few crazy cyclists, some bubble wands and a great group of transplant people??! You get an amazing afternoon of fun for young and old alike, and hopefully the start of an annual tradition. This year’s Transplant...
It was the final day of competition and Addison’s last chance for a medal at the World Transplant Games in Malaga, Spain…though a podium placement was pretty much guaranteed because she was one of only three competitors in her age group. But this third and final event, ball throw, was the one nearest to her...
There is a section on our family blog titled “Daddy’s Diary.” When my wife Elaine started documenting our journey with transplant after our newborn daughter Addison underwent a heart transplant, I thought I would be interested in writing as well. I think so far in six years I have written one post. I used to...
Join us to hear about the exciting and innovative transplant research funded by TRF! Enjoy incredible presentations from leaders in the field of transplantation and network with the transplant community. AGENDA: 5:00 – 5:45 Welcome Reception 5:45 – 5:55 Opening Remarks, Lori Lothian, Chair, TRF Board of Directors 5:55 – 6:15 Dr. John Boyd...