Rick and Sean

Nearly 50 years ago, Rick Triola received his first kidney transplant, now one of the longest-living donor kidneys in history. Earlier this year, he learned he would need another. When Rick shared the news with his family, his nephew Sean Ackerman didn't hesitate. Traveling from New York to Texas, Sean became his uncle's living donor. "What is there to think about? He's my uncle," Sean said. Rick calls Sean a hero: "It's an amazing gift." This week, Sean donated his kidney to Rick at Medical City Dallas. Both are now recovering well and looking forward to healthier tomorrows. Stories like Rick and Sean's remind us how lifesaving organ donation can be. Choosing to become an organ donor, whether living or registered, gives hope to patients and families waiting for a second chance at life. Join us in celebrating Rick and Sean, and honoring the lifesaving work of our transplant team here at Medical City Dallas. Learn more about our transplant services at Medical City Dallas.