My Chance to Live again. A transplant survivors story of strength, resilience and love.

Welcome back to the Remember Resilience podcast folks and thank you once again for listening. Season 2 has got off to an amazing start with the first episode one of the most popular episodes ever and I'm sure this episode will not disappoint. Before we start, This is a self supported podcast featuring real stories from real people, all of whom have overcome huge obstacles in life. If you enjoy and appreciate the content and the platform I am building then please follow and review on your preferred podcast platform, subscribe on YouTube where you view the full video interview and finally visit and follow the Remember Resilience Instagram page where you can find out more about each guest. Now on to todays episode, I am joined by Jonny McSkimming. A liver transplant survivor who was only days from death. Jonny tells us of his battles will his health throughout his adult life, culminating in the life or death requirement for a liver transplant at age only 40 due to chronic liver disease. The outlook for Jonny worsened further when his medical team deemed him too ill to survive transplant surgery and he was removed from the transplant list. He faced certain death and was told to say his final goodbye to his family and friends....and to his wife Paula and 4 year old son Max. However Jonny fought back, refusing to let his fate be sealed. He found the mental and physical strength to bounce back. Fighting back each day and refusing to be beaten, he forced his medical team to overturn their decision. He was now back on the transplant list. An agonising wait ensued when finally, a suitable donor was found and he could soon begin to live the life he deserved. Jonny dives deep into the mental and physical battles he has faced, how the unwavering support and love from his family saw him through his darkest moments and now, six months post transplant he can now look ahead to a bright future with Paula and Max by his side. A genuine, raw and amazing story of resilience, strength and love. I hope you enjoy.