PATIENT STORIES
Kathleen
Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at 27, Kathleen turned her personal journey into a professional mission. As a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator, she combines her clinical expertise with the lived experience of having undergone three islet transplants. Kathleen is a dedicated advocate for patient-centered care, ensuring the voices of those living with diabetes are at the heart of research and innovation.
Below is her journey.
1. Living with T1D
"I didn't feel safe … to drive … it was impacting … the things I needed to do [for] work."
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2. Considering ITx
"But I wanted to be part of the solution. I didn't want to wait."
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3. The ITx Procedure
"In terms of surgery, ... there is no surgery."
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4. Recovery & Results
“I wouldn't have explored that travel if I hadn't gotten an islet cell transplant.”
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5. Sum it Up in One Word
“Freedom”
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