8-Month-Old Chase's Life-Saving Journey: Nonprofit Flies Him to Boston for Rare Heart Condition Treatment
An 8-month-old infant named Chase from Lakeville, Minnesota, born prematurely, has faced significant health challenges. Recently, Chase was diagnosed with a rare heart condition where his pulmonary and aorta were switched backwards. Thanks to the support of a nonprofit organisation, Chase was able to receive specialist treatment in Boston.
Chase's parents, seeking the best care for their son, sought a second opinion and found a pediatric heart surgeon at Boston Children's Hospital. However, the medical expenses and travel costs posed a significant barrier. This is where LifeLine, a nonprofit organisation, stepped in. LifeLine provided volunteer pilots to fly Chase and his family to Boston for treatment, free of charge.
Ken Reily, a volunteer pilot and board member of LifeLine Pilots based in Minnesota, has flown over 50 patients, including Chase, to non-emergency medical care in the last 18 years. Pilots like Ken spend their time and resources to ensure patients like Chase can access the care they need. Chase spent a month and a half in Boston for treatment before returning home to Lakeville.
Chase's parents encourage other families facing similar challenges to advocate for themselves and seek second opinions when necessary. They also hope that more people take advantage of nonprofits like LifeLine for medical transportation support. Chase's journey highlights the importance of such organisations in ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder access to life-saving medical care.
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