Natalia Silva

Natalia Silva

Transplant Type: Kidney

Natalia Silva is fighting for her life. She was diagnosed with end-stage renal disease a few years ago. Kidney disease does run in her family; sadly, her mother passed away from it, and her father is currently on dialysis. Natalia is only 25 and has been on dialysis for 3 years, which leaves her tired and takes a toll on her quality of life. Doctors say a kidney transplant is critical.

During this difficult time, Natalia is thankful for the love and support of her family and friends. Her family helps take care of her, and her father is helping to ensure she does everything she needs in order to receive a transplant. Natalia looks forward to receiving a transplant that will free her from dialysis and allow her to feel like herself again. She wants nothing more than to be healthy so she can travel to the beach, eat her favorite foods, and live a normal life. But right now, she needs your help.

The average kidney transplant costs more than $414,000, and that’s only the beginning. 

Even with insurance, which will cover a portion of the transplant costs, Natalia still faces significant expenses related to the surgery. For the rest of her life, she will need follow-up care and anti-rejection medications. Post-transplant medications are very expensive, and they’re as critical to her survival as the transplant itself.

You can help by making a tax-deductible donation to NFT in honor of Natalia. 

If you'd prefer to send your gift by mail, please send it to National Foundation for Transplants, 3249 W. Sarazen’s Circle, Suite 100, Memphis, TN 38125. Please be sure to write "in honor of Natalia Silva” on the memo line.

Thank you for your generosity!

Patient Health Institute: Presbyterian/St. Luke’s