Hello,

I feel as this may be a strange way to reach out- but I was saved by ECMO and the NICU at Stanford Medical 30 years ago. I’ve lived all these years with one-functioning carotid artery and was recently looking up information on the treatment I went through.

I’ve been a collegiate tennis athlete, a basketball player, a musician and currently serving as an Officer in the United States Army... above all, I’m a husband and a father.

I’m not certain who will read this- but thank you. It’s been a challenging life thus far- but Life is a wonderful gift. I’ve helped a lot of people along the way- and today I felt like reaching out to those who gave me this opportunity.

If there is anyway I can help with- studies, medical research, discussions- whatever you need- please don’t hesitate to reach out. May God bless all of you!

-Matthew Kalani Gabriel