Brett Ploessel Medical Fundraiser
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In 2015, Brett Ploessel was diagnosed with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, otherwise known as IPF. IPF is an incurable chronic lung disease which results in a progressive and irreversible decline in lung function. In 2015, they were told that eventually Brett would need a double lung transplant. Well, that time has arrived and thus the reason for reaching out and asking for your prayers, positive thoughts and support.
Brett has officially been listed as a candidate for a double lung transplant and our goal is to transplant at the Norton Thoracic Institute at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Phoenix, AZ. This hospital has the busiest lung transplant program in the United States with 117 transplants in 2016. It also has one of the highest one-year survival rates (90%) and has a shorter wait time (15 days) as compared to our local Denver based hospital.
Brett will need to take a medic plane to Phoenix, as his oxygen needs are too great for a commercial flight. The “one way ticket” alone is $15,000. In addition to the air travel, he will be required to remain in Phoenix for 90 days post transplant which will require accommodation and care outside of the hospital. We hope to be breathing a sigh of relief and have Brett transplanted and home by Christmas. Our goal is to raise $25,000 within the next few weeks, as time is critical!
On behalf of Brett, Jennifer, and their 2 adorable boys, Jack and Michael, thank you for your time and consideration in supporting the Ploessel family during this life changing event. Your generosity will play a critical role in assuring Brett can beat this life challenge and enjoy the many years ahead with his loving family that he so deserves!
Brett has officially been listed as a candidate for a double lung transplant and our goal is to transplant at the Norton Thoracic Institute at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Phoenix, AZ. This hospital has the busiest lung transplant program in the United States with 117 transplants in 2016. It also has one of the highest one-year survival rates (90%) and has a shorter wait time (15 days) as compared to our local Denver based hospital.
Brett will need to take a medic plane to Phoenix, as his oxygen needs are too great for a commercial flight. The “one way ticket” alone is $15,000. In addition to the air travel, he will be required to remain in Phoenix for 90 days post transplant which will require accommodation and care outside of the hospital. We hope to be breathing a sigh of relief and have Brett transplanted and home by Christmas. Our goal is to raise $25,000 within the next few weeks, as time is critical!
On behalf of Brett, Jennifer, and their 2 adorable boys, Jack and Michael, thank you for your time and consideration in supporting the Ploessel family during this life changing event. Your generosity will play a critical role in assuring Brett can beat this life challenge and enjoy the many years ahead with his loving family that he so deserves!
Organizer and beneficiary
Regina Dibala
Organizer
Littleton, CO
Jennifer Olerich
Beneficiary
