Robert Claude Chandler

Robert Chandler

Transplant Type: Double Lung

Robert Chandler is fighting for his life. In 2010, he was diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension and had to be put on oxygen.  Doctors now say a double-lung transplant is critical. 

During such a difficult time, Robert is thankful for the love and support of his wife of 40 years, Barbara, and their son, William. After receiving his transplant, he dreams of being able to hunt and fish again. Robert also looks forward to traveling with his family and no longer having to carry an oxygen tank. He will also be able to come off of a medication that he must receive continually through a central line in his chest. This medication has to be refilled every other day and would cost $40,000 a month if not covered by Medicare.  He is so very ready to be able to come off of this medication after his transplant, but right now, he needs your help.

The average double-lung transplant costs more than $1 million. And that’s only the beginning. Even with health insurance, which will cover the cost of the transplant, he faces significant expenses related to the surgery. For the rest of his life, he will need follow-up care and daily anti-rejection medications. Post-transplant medications are very expensive, and they’re as critical to his survival as the transplant itself.

When he receives his transplant, Robert must temporarily relocate nearly 250 miles from his home to be near the hospital, incurring substantial expenses for travel, food, and lodging. Because of his declining health, he had to stop working, adding to the financial strain.

You can help by making a tax-deductible donation to NFT in honor of Robert. If you'd prefer to send your gift by mail, please send it to the North Carolina Transplant Fund, 3249 W. Sarazens Circle, Suite 100, Memphis, TN 38125. Please be sure to write "in honor of Robert Chandler” on the memo line.

Thank you for your generosity!

Patient Health Institute: Duke