Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center released from probation
The board restored full member privileges for the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
Friday, September 30, 2016

OPTN compliance elearning module available on UNOS Connect
The module offers solutions to help prevent common OPTN policy violations identified by UNOS site surveyors.
Friday, September 30, 2016

Combined transplant program site surveys coming soon
We are making changes in an effort to make the process easier and more efficient for members.
Monday, September 12, 2016

Study chronicles transplant priority delays for some living donors
A published study examines delays in timely access to transplantation for some prior living donors.
Saturday, September 3, 2016

Webinar to address revised heart policy proposal
Access a recording of an August 18th webinar, to learn about the proposed changes.
Monday, August 22, 2016

Webinar to address liver allocation and distribution proposal
Access a recording of an August 19th webinar to learn about the proposed changes, so you can provide more informed feedback during public comment.
Monday, August 22, 2016

Analysis shows kidney allocation system achieving key goals
Eighteen-month analysis identifies trends and shows progress.
Tuesday, August 16, 2016

OPTN public comment opens August 15
Fifteen policy proposals are open for public comment, through October 15.
Thursday, August 11, 2016

OPTN/UNOS registration fee increases first time since 2013.
Lower than anticipated kidney registrations have resulted in the first OPTN/UNOS registration fee increase since 2013. Beginning October 1, total registration fees will increase 2.3%, from $957 to $979.
Tuesday, August 9, 2016

Call for nominations for the 2017-2018 Board of Directors
Members of the Board of Directors are elected by a majority vote of the entire OPTN membership and serve as volunteers without compensation.
Monday, July 25, 2016