# Daughter Saves Father With Kidney Gift

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Podcast: [Hartford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hartford-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7569670)
Published: 2026-06-13T10:14:55+00:00
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## Resource

A Connecticut daughter stepped up to save her father’s life by donating her kidney — and it wasn’t just about medicine, it was about love, courage, and community. Meghan Baer became the first living donor at Hartford Hospital to undergo a robotic nephrectomy, a groundbreaking procedure that allowed for faster recovery and fewer complications. Her father, Jeff, had previously saved her life by catching her early cancer — now she returned the favor with a selfless act that left doctors and family in awe. With over 786,000 people living with kidney failure in 2021 and fewer than 25,000 transplants, Meghan’s gift highlights a critical need — but also the power of family and medical innovation to change lives. Both are recovering well, praising the team and each other, proving that sometimes, the greatest gifts come from the heart — and the robot. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/43fd5b6f58fb45f3

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