A breakthrough implantable artificial kidney is moving closer to reality, offering continuous, dialysis‑free care and new hope for people living with kidney disease.
The Timely Text
Getting tested to be a donor while juggling work, fasting, and a wild text from Chad. Three blood draws later, still waiting to share the news.
Note to the reader: This wasn’t originally meant for you…
Journaling my mission trip to Cuba and kidney donation journey revealed God’s presence in unexpected, life-changing ways. Raw, real, and deeply personal.
Flight Time Thoughts
Wrestling with risk, faith, and friendship, I journaled my first thoughts on donating a kidney to Chad, hoping God’s plan includes a perfect match.
The Kidney Need (My Facebook Post)
After 20 years with diabetes, I now face kidney failure. I'm on UNMC’s transplant list and seeking a living donor or advocates to help share my story.
Kidney Transplantation at Nebraska Medicine
Kacee Bateman recognized the need, and started a kidney transplant chain that touched the lives of countless others.
Living organ donors help fill a shortage
The need for organ donors has been rising significantly over the years. Learn more about two ways you can become an organ donor.