Who Am I?

Hello, my name is Hiram, I live in Loing Island, NY. I am a husband and father, and I’ve been married to the love of my life for 35 years. My family means everything to me. I work as an Operating Engineer in NYC—a career I’m passionate and dedicated to.

For many years, I’ve been battling diabetes and now face its painful side effects. Recently, my health took a turn for the worse, and I was diagnosed with kidney failure. I’m known by my family as a stubborn, prideful person, which makes it hard for them to see me in this condition.

The physical and emotional toll of these illnesses have been challenging; some days, the struggle with breathing keeps me in bed. But my wife and children are my biggest supporters, and even when it’s hard, I’m doing my best to keep my head up and fight for them.

My Interests:

I always strive to stay busy and not let my disease hinder my activity. I love taking care of my dogs; their company brings me joy. I also cherish spending time with my wife, especially watching movies together. Unfortunately, my health issues have made it challenging to engage in activities without becoming out of breath. I hope for a second chance to be the outgoing man I once was, fully enjoying life with my family again.

My Diagnosis:

Diabetes, and Kidney Failure.

How A Kidney Transplant Will Affect My Life:

A kidney transplant will hopefully prolong my life and alleviate much of the physical and emotional pain I’ve been experiencing. I believe it will also help ease my breathing difficulties, allowing me to engage more fully in life and enjoy time with my family. I want to be able to see my Daughter get married which is next year and I want to live to see my grandchildren.

My Blood Type: A

Hiram is asking for your help, as he urgently needs a kidney!

It takes an extraordinarily special person to save another person’s life!

Please consider being Hiram’s kidney donor, and give him the Gift of Life!

Please share Hiram’s story & information with all of your friends and family, and ask them to share it as well.

Listed at:

Northwell Health Transplant Center, Manhasset, NY

To Inquire About Living Kidney Donation for Hiram, Contact:

Northwell Health Transplant Center:

516-666-0899

Email: Lbinkiewicz@northwell.edu

All costs throughout the transplant process would be covered by Hiram’s medical insurance.