At Midwest Transplant Network, we have the honor of sharing stories of hope, love and triumph in the face of tragedy as we care for donor heroes and their families. We hope these posts will provide an inside look into the world of organ, eye, and tissue donation and inspire you to add your name to the donor registry or encourage others to do the same. Together, we can help decrease the transplant waitlist.
Viola Remington was known for her sense of humor and the sparkle in her eyes. She and her husband, Bob, shared a life full of playful banter and jokes. She loved her career as a nurse and the opportunity to help others. Viola was a leader at her church and in the community. When Bob […]
MTN Spotlight: Advocacy and a gift to build awareness Advocacy for organ, eye and tissue donation is demonstrated in as many ways as there are people who’ve received the gift of donation. Andrew Widman is a heart transplant recipient who openly shares his personal journey. He was born with a rare congenital heart defect and […]
From the time he could talk, Jake Reed knew what he wanted to be. Becoming a police officer wasn’t just a goal, it was a calling he followed with focus and heart. As a kid, Jake took part in youth police programs and went on ride-alongs whenever he could. Law enforcement officers knew him by […]
Midwest Transplant Network (MTN) is proud to highlight an outstanding achievement within the organization. In November, the Tissue Services team was honored by LifeNet Health as winners of the notable ARTEMIS award (Pediatric Performance), part of the broader 2025 Partnership Excellence Awards. These awards celebrate the extraordinary individuals and teams whose expertise and dedication transform […]
Employee Spotlight: Suyen Silvestri, Laboratory Technologist III Behind every successful transplant is a team of dedicated professionals working with precision, compassion and care. Suyen Silvestri, Laboratory Technologist III at Midwest Transplant Network, is one of those people whose work often happens behind the scenes but makes life-changing impacts every day. With more than 20 years […]
