Supporting HHS actions to ensure patient safety and public trust
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
OPTN President addresses additional measures to improve and enhance patient safety.

Updated median MELD at transplant scores in effect Sept. 25; median PELD at transplant score unchanged
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Scores are recalculated twice yearly.

New Associate Regional Councillor elected for 2025
Friday, September 12, 2025
Dean Kim, M.D. will serve as the Region 10 Associate Councillor until June 30, 2027.

Doug Fesler named OPTN Executive Director
Monday, September 8, 2025
The selection was the result of a rigorous national search by the officers of the OPTN Board of Directors.

Six-Month Report Highlights Key Updates in Liver Transplant Candidate Diagnoses and Treatment Options
Monday, September 8, 2025
Diagnosis update provides greater specificity for certain conditions.

Special Election Update: Announcing Nominees for Region 10 Associate Councillor
Friday, August 29, 2025
Ballot will be open from Sept. 3 to Sept. 10.

OPTN Board recommends fee increase and approves transfer of reserve funds, extension of current pause on routine surveys of OPOs and transplant hospitals, and projects for public comment
Thursday, August 28, 2025
OPTN fee for Fiscal Year 2026 to be $1,036.

Public comment open from August 27 through October 1
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
The OPTN is offering six proposals for review and feedback.

Staying compliant: What you need to know about AOOS
Monday, August 11, 2025
Here’s how your organization can stay compliant and support fair and transparent organ allocation.

Dates announced for public comment period
Thursday, July 31, 2025
Public comment will begin Aug. 27 and run through Oct. 1.