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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Lung transplants for blood type O increase after modified blood type rating scale
Monday, March 11, 2024
Report captures three months of post implementation data.
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OPTN Expeditious Task Force town hall set for March 13
Friday, March 8, 2024
OPTN Expeditious Task Force town hall recording available.
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New OPTN board members elected for 2024
Friday, March 8, 2024
Terms begin July 1.
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White paper analyzes ethical issues in normothermic regional perfusion
Friday, March 8, 2024
Use of consistent and transparent protocols recommended.
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Special comment period addresses separation of OPTN, contractor boards of directors
Friday, March 8, 2024
The proposed bylaw is intended to address potential or perceived conflicts of interest.
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Patient safety guidance documents updated
Friday, March 8, 2024
Documents routinely updated to reflect latest clinical information.
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National webinar on Feb. 13 to provide overview of OPTN public comment for patients and families
Thursday, February 8, 2024
The Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) hosted a webinar for the public on Feb. 13, 2024, from 1 – 2:00 p.m. ET to provide overview of OPTN public comment for patients and families.
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HRSA directive to expand OPTN data collection
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
New forms subject to OMB approval and Federal Register publication.
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OPTN webinar for professionals addresses the lung Offer Filters tool
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Offer Filters expanding to lung, liver and heart in 2024.
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OPTN Task Force Sets Goal of Achieving 60,000 Transplants by 2026
Friday, January 26, 2024
The OPTN Expeditious Task Force embarks on ambitious project to save more lives, increase efficiency.
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