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« on: March 30, 2010, 07:03:41 PM »
Does anyone know if there is a law to protect the employment position of a living donor?  Such as the FMLA.  Would it apply to a wife taking a leave of absence to donate to her husband.  I am somewhat concerned, being that it is an elective procedure, that it would not apply and my wife could be replaced in the workplace or not be restored to her original status. 

If it is a chance we have to take, we will, but I was just curious as to whether there are any protections by law.  I may have to consult an attorney to get the answer but I thought that maybe someone could steer me in the right direction.

Any websites or information would be greatly appreciated!  Thank you in advance!!
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Membranous Glomerulonephritis confirmed by biopsy in  April 1989
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Creatinine 3.9
AV fistula (radiocephalic) placed September 24, 2009
Began transplant evaluation November 11, 2009
Completed transplant eval and approved for transplant February 10, 2010
Received confirmation letter I am on the UNOS list February 18, 2010
Wife began donor testing March 1, 2010
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« Reply #1 on: March 30, 2010, 07:06:03 PM »

That's a good question - you may want to post it on the Message Board at Living Donors Online http:www.livingdonorsonline.org to get responses from other living donors.
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« Reply #2 on: March 30, 2010, 07:09:31 PM »
Will do! Thanks!
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Membranous Glomerulonephritis confirmed by biopsy in  April 1989
currently Stage IV CRF
GFR 18
Creatinine 3.9
AV fistula (radiocephalic) placed September 24, 2009
Began transplant evaluation November 11, 2009
Completed transplant eval and approved for transplant February 10, 2010
Received confirmation letter I am on the UNOS list February 18, 2010
Wife began donor testing March 1, 2010
Received living donor preemptive transplant from spouse July 22, 2010

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/phillipjohnsen
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