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Sisters' Miraculous Heart Transplants Inspire Future Nurse

11/8/2025

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Harper Gaffney, 15, of San Antonio, received a heart transplant in April 2025 after a year on the transplant list for dilated cardiomyopathy.
Two days later, Heidi Gaffney, 18, also received a heart transplant as their condition deteriorated.
Their mother, Ashley Gaffney, has a heart condition she has managed successfully.
Heidi Gaffney now aims to become a pediatric cardiology nurse to help others.

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Story summary

Harper Gaffney, 15, of San Antonio, received a heart transplant in April 2025 after a year on the transplant list for dilated cardiomyopathy.
Two days later, Heidi Gaffney, 18, also received a heart transplant as their condition deteriorated.
Their mother, Ashley Gaffney, has a heart condition she has managed successfully.
Heidi Gaffney now aims to become a pediatric cardiology nurse to help others.