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Katelyn Atkinson is 12 years old.  Katelyn and her family live in Stevensville, MT. Katelyn has developed End Stage Renal Disease, more commonly known as Kidney Failure. This is a life-threatening condition.
Katelyn was admitted to Children's Hospital and Regional Medical Center in Seattle by life flight on November 2, 2007. Following surgery to place a peritoneal dialysis catheter in Katelyn, she remained in Seattle to heal from her ordeal. Katelyn and her family received training and education about her dialysis care and treatment. Katelyn receives dialysis every night while she waits for a kidney transplant.
UPDATE- Katelyn is scheduled to receive her new kidney on July 15th 2009 at the Children's Hospital in Seattle. Her father Kirk Atkinson will be the donor. Our best wishes for them both!!! You can help raise money for Katelyn's medical expenses by purchasing one of these framed photographs through the Montana Cattlemen's Foundation. Your contribution is fully tax-deductible.     
If you would like to donate or have more questions, please feel free to contact one of us! Aaron & Dara Neeley (406) 251-0426 Kim Baker (406) 741-3680
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