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Darlene Johnson from Rockford, Ill. defied the odds after a severe COVID-19 infection left her in critical condition and in need of a lung transplant. The extraordinary grit and determination from Darlene, her husband Lincoln and her entire medical team, helped her overcome a grueling 10-month medical journey.

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Review our lung transplant survival rate data and wait times (pdf)

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Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)

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Double lung transplant saves Ky's life

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Tom is able to take Honor Flight trip to D.C. after receiving a new set of lungs

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After collapsed lungs, Bill is saved by double transplant

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UW Health's 900th lung transplant transforms Brian

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Jenny gets renewed chance at her active lifestyle

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US Army veteran receives life saving lung transplant

The gift of life: Patients share their inspiring stories

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Knowledge, expertise and experience produce results

Frequently asked questions about lung transplant

Information lung transplant patients should know

Support services and additional information

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Lung transplant: We're passionate about our service to complex patients

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