From Transplant to Summit: How a Lung transplant recipient conquered Mount Aconcagua

In this special episode of the Transplant International podcast, we explore the extraordinary intersection of transplantation medicine and high-altitude mountaineering. Join Nina Pilat, Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Transplant International, and Editorial Fellow Antonio Citro for an inspiring conversation with Jakob Muehlbacher, a general surgeon and avid mountaineer. Jakob shares firsthand insights from pioneering research conducted in the extreme conditions of America's highest peak. This episode delves into the extensive safety protocols required for vulnerable patient populations, explores the emotional power of shared clinical adventures, and highlights how pushing boundaries can lead to improved outcomes in standard patient care.