First Quadruple Organ Transplant Survivor | Des Moines News

Des Moines News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 20, 2026 · 1m

A mom from Iowa just shattered medical records—becoming the first person ever to receive a quadruple organ transplant. Diagnosed with cystic fibrosis as a child, Elizabeth Wehrle’s health spiraled after a pneumonia-induced lung failure, forcing a second lung transplant—and then, a life-saving surgery that also replaced her liver and kidneys. Transported by plane to Chicago for the complex procedure, she’s now home, recovering with determination and gratitude. Wehrle credits organ donors with giving her a second chance at life—and she’s determined to live it fully, reuniting with her son…