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9/28/2016 - Iraq War Veteran, Fire Fighter, Paramedic: Now Transplant and Dialysis Veteran

Author
Lori Hartwell
Published
Wed 28 Sep 2016
Episode Link
http://www.rsnhope.org/kidneytalk-podcast/show-index/iraq-war-veteran-fire-fighter-paramedic-now-transplant-and-dialysis-veteran/

Shawn Booker is used to difficult situations. He served in the Army during Operation Desert Storm. After he returned, he went to school to become a fire fighter and paramedic. He comes from a long line of fire fighters and knew this was what he wanted to do. He started dialysis at age 23 and after 4 years, received a successful transplant that lasted 16 years. He now manages dialysis and a demanding job and has a loving family. Shawn shares tips on remaining employed, on the Americans with Disabilities Act, and on his approach to life. "Find something that lights your fuse, and then you can become dynamite!"

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