Donor Impact Report, 2025

Inova Schar Heart and Vascular

Grateful patients: Donor Spotlights

Celebrating a few of the many donors who make progress possible

2025

Sam Kirton | A lung transplant story rooted in gratitude

A grateful lung transplant recipient, Sam has remained an active donor and partner to Inova.

He wants to share his experience, the care and support he received, to help inspire others to support Inova’s transplant programs.

Why Sam gives

The Manguikian Family | Generations of commitment and service

The Manguikian Family has been proud to be part of Inova’s transformation, working with Inova for decades, spanning two generations of ophthalmologists starting in the 1970's.

Their philanthropic support is an extension of their multi-generational commitment to this community.

Why Alex gives

Melanie Stinnett | Honoring care through investment in innovation

After her heart transplant, Melanie Stinnett found a meaningful way to give back: supporting the AI joint project led by Ana Barac, MD, PhD, FACC, FAHA, Inova Schar Cancer and Inova Schar Heart and Vascular's D'Aniello Chair, Cardio-Oncology and Jamie L. Kennedy, MD. Her commitment helps advance emerging technologies that can transform how clinicians diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular disease.

Why Melanie gives

Your stories move our mission forward

If you or someone you know would like to share a story of care, gratitude or impact, our Inova team would love to hear from you.

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At Inova, we believe in the power of working together to deliver exceptional healthcare for our community.

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