Robert Gamarano Needs a Kidney Buddy
Let's restore this man's health!
This is Robert Gamarano and he needs a living donor.
Bob is a loving husband, father, grandfather, and business owner who resides in Gilbert, Arizona outside of Phoenix. Bob understands stressful situations as he owns a restoration business, so his company cleans up after water damage and restores someone's home or place of business. Well, that is what this active outdoorsman is looking for, a way to restore his health. He was first diagnosed with End Stage Renal Disease (ERSD) in April of 2021 and has been on the donor list since December of 2021. His doctor recently advised him that he must begin dialysis. Bob is 54 years old, the youngest of six children, and in otherwise good health. However, none of his family members are possible donors.
Bob met his wife of 30 years while living in Colorado. He was working for her brother at the time and when she came to Colorado for a visit, her brother had Bob pick her up at the airport. This was the start of a wonderful life. Bob and Julie have three children, and five grandchildren who lovingly call this pair Lolli and Pop. This dynamic duo with their grandbabies is sweetness overload. They have a full life of family, friends, traveling and fishing. But now his health needs to take top priority. The whole Gamarano family is working together to find a living kidney donor so please fill out the questionnaire to see if you can be a match.
Lorrie Hartel RN, BSN
Transplant Program Specialist,
Dignity Health
St. Joseph’s Hospital & Medical Center
Direct: 602-406-6199
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You can also mail donations to:
Kidney Buddy Foundation Inc.
221 Via Condado Way
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
How to be a Kidney Buddy
Register to be a Living Donor
Go to unos.org to register on the National Kidney Donor list.
Contact an Individual's Transplant Coordinator
Everyone that needs a kidney donation has an individual transplant coordinator that is helping them through the process. Contact the coordinator that is listed for each of our featured buddies so you can be tested for that person.
Register in Paired Kidney Program
If you are not a match for your person, you can still help them by registering for the Paired Kidney program. Go to paireddonation.org to learn more.
Become an Advocate
Everyone needs a helping hand. If you know of someone that needs a kidney transplant, help them get the message out in workplace newsletters, clubs, religious communities and also through kidneybuddy.org.
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Learn more!
Please read about being a living donor on our site and meet the people that have already found their match and those that still need a buddy. We are here to help navigate families through kidney donation.
How to Be a Featured Buddy
Contact us:
Contact us on this website or email Ken@kidneybuddy.org
Complete Buddy Questionnaire
We have a Featured Buddy Questionnaire that you will need to complete that includes your illness, transplant coordinator name, center, phone number and email address.
Tell us your Story
People want to know your story so all of us at Kidney Buddy need to get to know you. Our Featured Buddies are encouraged to share some highs and lows and then also something unique like a favorite song, movie, first job or childhood nickname. People need to connect with a person to want to make the unselfish commitment to be a living donor.
Featured Buddy Responsibilities
Once you are a Featured Buddy, you will need to help us spread the word. We have compiled a list of responsibilities that include following us on social media, sharing the post with all of your friends and asking them to do the same. The average person has 300+ friends on Facebook so you are increasing your chances of getting your story seen if your family and friends are notified to start SHARING!
Create a Facebook Page
You will need a Facebook page so that people can follow you and your transplant journey. You can provide updates, pictures of your family and how your illness impacts them and also any updates on your health. Make it personal as everyone has a unique experience.
Use your Sphere of Influence
Ask your HR department if they will include your story in the company newsletter. If you belong to any clubs, alumni groups or religious organizations, ask them if they will share your story.
Kidney Buddy & Donor Information
5 Things First
Top 6 Questions about Living Donor Kidney Transplant
Top 6 Questions about Living Donor Kidney Transplant
Once you hear the news, your first thought is "Now What"? Do these 5 things to get started.
Top 6 Questions about Living Donor Kidney Transplant
Top 6 Questions about Living Donor Kidney Transplant
Top 6 Questions about Living Donor Kidney Transplant
Questions? Of course, click here for straight forward answers on being a living donor.
Paired Kidney Program
Paired Kidney Program
Paired Kidney Program
Get information on the Paired Kidney Program and the kidney donor process.
