I almost died after giving birth. Nineteen years later, my son and the son of the doctor who saved my life are dorm mates in college.
Briefly

After my son John was born, I was relieved that he was healthy, and I was healthy, too. Or at least, that's what I thought. My lungs had filled with blood. I don't remember much after that. There were so many doctors and nurses standing above me. Later I learned that the doctor called Dimitri and told him to get to the hospital immediately.
It was more than a coincidence. Dr. Goldenberg's son, Jake, is a year younger than John, but they're both studying business and were assigned to the same dorm. On a day when thousands of families were moving their children in, we happened to pull up just when they were out front. I know, for sure, it was meant to be.
Through this experience, John has learned more about my health condition and just how terrifying the weeks after his birth were. For me, reconnecting with Dr. Goldenberg is a reminder of why I have this beautiful life: because of him and the rest of my amazing healthcare team.
Read at Business Insider
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