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Mike and John

A lifelong friendship turned into a lifesaving gift when John donated his kidney to his best friend, Mike, during Donate Life Month.

February 11, 2026
Mike Wallace and Sean Ackerman

April is Donate Life Month — a time to celebrate lifesaving generosity. John Coyle donated his kidney to his best friend, Mike Wallace. Their friendship, strengthened through sports, led to this act of kindness when Mike faced kidney failure. Watch their video to see the full story unfold. Learn about the minimally invasive kidney donation process at Medical City Dallas, where dedicated doctors and staff made this life-saving procedure smooth and efficient.

Published:
February 11, 2026
Location:
Medical City Dallas

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