Lew Christie: Patient Perspective: Multiple Transplants, GVHD Struggles and Still Going Strong

Lew Christie is 71 years of age and was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) in December 2012, with a very pessimistic diagnosis. A worker at the scene of 9-11 in NYC in 2001, Lew believes his health issue stemmed from the carcinogens breathed in after that catastrophic tragedy.Settle in and get ready to be inspired and humbled by the journey of Lew. Lew received two transplants, one from an unrelated donor in spring of 2014. Later that year, he received a haplo transplant from his daughter.GVHD also plays a significant role in Lew's continuous journey.  Lew is a husband, dad, grandpa and great friend, and he credits his incredible wife's support. He shares his experiences with others through Facebook groups and finds support groups to be very helpful. Lew is a busy guy and you will hear more about all the activities he participates in during in his robust life as a survivor.  The information in this podcast should not be construed as medical advice. Please consult with your health care provider regarding your medical decisions and treatment. The listed resources are not intended to be endorsements.One of Lew's favorite things is walking, Visit the Charity Miles website for more on a great way to get your steps in and give back- https://charitymiles.org/For more from the National Bone Marrow Transplant Link, visit us online at nbmtlink.org or call us at 800-546-5268.This season of Marrow Masters is sponsored by the nbmtLINK, Jazz Pharmaceuticals and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.nbmtLINK Website: https://www.nbmtlink.org/The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society: https://www.lls.org/ National Bone Marrow Transplant Link - (800) LINK-BMT, or (800) 546-5268.nbmtLINK Website: https://www.nbmtlink.org/Check out our valued nbmtLINK resource books, some for sale, some free as downloadable, https://www.nbmtlink.org/shop/nbmtLINK Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/nbmtLINKFollow the nbmtLINK on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/nbmtlink/The nbmtLINK YouTube Page can be found by clicking here.This content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.  It is crucial to consult directly with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical conditions, treatment options, or other health concerns.The views and opinions expressed by the speakers are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the nbmtLINK.  Unless otherwise stated in an official policy, the nbmtLINK does not endorse any specific treatments, products, or services mentioned by the speakers. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.The Marrow Masters Podcast is produced by JAG Podcast Productions: https://jagpodcastproductions.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.