Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network

New pancreas transplant policies take effect
As of October 30, 2014, new policies are in place to allocate pancreas and kidney-pancreas transplants. The revisions are intended to increase access to transplantation for more than 3,000 candidates currently listed for these organs and enhance the efficiency of the allocation system.
Thursday, October 30, 2014

Reminder to OPOs about upcoming change to pancreas allocation
A new pancreas policy will change the way OPOs make pancreas and kidney-pancreas offers
Sunday, October 26, 2014

Professional resource explains 2013 PHS Guideline
View a video recording about reducing HIV, HBV and HCV transmission.
Tuesday, October 14, 2014

Kidney allocation system status update for transplant centers and labs - October 2014
Find out about preparations, upcoming training opportunities, and resources available to help with implementation.
Monday, October 13, 2014

OPTN/UNOS board places Baptist Memorial Hospital on probation
The hospital is located in Memphis, Tennessee.
Wednesday, October 1, 2014

Expedited appeals and override reviews of thoracic review board decisions
The Thoracic Committee reviews appeals and overrides of Lung Review Board (LRB) and Heart Regional Review Board (RRB) decisions.
Tuesday, September 30, 2014

Redesigned OPTN website launches September 26
Site is mobile-friendly, for viewing on smart phones and tablets
Friday, September 26, 2014

Liver forum provides key feedback for additional committee discussion
Nearly 500 people participated in the Sept. 16 public forum.
Friday, September 26, 2014

National committee formed to develop network policies for hand, face transplantation
Eighteen people who have clinical, professional and personal experience with vascular composite allografts (VCA) have been named to the new committee
Wednesday, September 17, 2014

Public forum addresses equity in liver distribution
About 400 people attended the September 16 event; resources are available.
Monday, September 15, 2014