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Lorcan Lucey, Double Lung Transplant Patient Story

Lorcan Lucey is a successful mortgage broker who has completed marathons and climbed mountains. In 2007 he was diagnosed with lung disease and became a candidate for a double lung transplant. His surgery took place May 26th 2011 and he was discharged nine days post surgery. He shares his story in this video.

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