
50 Years of Hope and Thriving – Dr. Glenn Geelhoed and George Franklin
Dr. Glenn, a surgeon, and George, a kidney transplant recipient, reunite to reflect on the last 50 years, sharing stories of perseverance, advocacy, and adventure. Dr. Glenn founded Mission to Heal, a nonprofit dedicated to bringing surgical and medical care to remote areas around the globe, while George became a diligent advocate for kidney donation awareness. Both remain vibrant and driven—Dr. Glenn is gearing up for his 50th Marine Corps Marathon, and George continues swimming, and is actively training for the 2026 Transplant Games of America.