When we think of heart transplants, we often picture patients well into their golden years. But sometimes life throws curveballs at the young too—like Ashley, a man in his late 30s whose resilience and recovery offer a reminder of what it means to fight for life. 

Seeing someone his age undergo such a major surgery is deeply moving. It challenges the narrative that transplantation is only a concern for the elderly, and shines a light on the many younger patients walking this road every day. 

• Here is Ashley’s story:  Gabriel House of Care: Ashley's Story