News
Read the latest news releases and articles from the Organ Procurement & Transplantation Network below:
OPTN Modernization
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
HRSA launched the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) Modernization Initiative to better serve the needs of patients and families.
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Monitoring reports address liver transplant initiatives
Monday, March 24, 2025
Activity tracked for updates in how candidates are considered for exception scores for liver transplantation.
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HOPE Act special public comment open from March 21 through April 22
Friday, March 21, 2025
Proposed revisions to HIV policies align with Federal Regulatory Updates.
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One-year monitoring report for updated liver urgency policy shows progress
Friday, March 21, 2025
Female MELD candidates had larger transplant rate increase.
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Two new kidney policy monitoring reports available; policy changes projected to streamline communications, standardize biopsy practices
Friday, March 7, 2025
The Kidney Transplantation Committee will continue to monitor policies.
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Apply now: OPTN Board of Directors
Thursday, February 27, 2025
Submissions accepted through April 4, 2025.
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OPTN Board Declares Memorial Hermann Hospital, University of Texas at Houston a Member Not in Good Standing
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Action follows review established in OPTN policies.
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OPTN Board of Directors Special Election Update
Monday, February 24, 2025
Feb. 28 webinar will provide details on the upcoming special election. A recording will be made available for later viewing.
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OPTN Policies and Bylaws web content updated to reflect recent changes
Thursday, February 6, 2025
Updates follow recent changes to governance documents.
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All OPTN winter regional meetings to be held virtually; previously postponed meetings will be rescheduled
Thursday, February 6, 2025
New dates will be posted for previously postponed sessions.
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Public comment open from January 21 through March 19
Tuesday, January 21, 2025
Winter 2025 Public Comment now open through March 19th.
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