Qualicum Beach First Nation Chief Michael Recalma is on the road to recovery after successful kidney transplant surgery on Feb. 28.
Recalma was diagnosed with kidney failure four years ago. He had been on dialysis since then, waiting for a suitable donor to be found.
Qualicum Beach Coun. Scott Harrison heard about Recalma鈥檚 situation and decided to donate his kidney. The transplant took place at St. Paul鈥檚 Hospital.
鈥淭he procedure went very well according to his wife Sharon,鈥� said Recalma鈥檚 sister, Frances. 鈥淭he doctors were very pleased. Sharon said he may be discharged tomorrow. He is a very happy patient.鈥�
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Recalma has eight siblings: Cheryl, Arnold, Bill, Mona, Fran, Marilyn, Bryan and Lisa, who are relieved to hear their brother is well.
鈥淭hey are very happy for his progress and moreso for Scott and his donation of a kidney,鈥� said Frances.
Harrison is also recovering from the operation. He said it takes time to heal but 鈥渋s going well.鈥�
鈥淗ealth-wise, I feel great considering the whole experience and seeing how healthy Michael looks is incredibly moving,鈥� said Harrison. 鈥淚 don鈥檛 really have any concerns at present but I do need to take things easy for the next few weeks.鈥�
Harrison has checked out of the hospital but is staying in Vancouver for several more days as a precaution.
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