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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National webinar on Aug. 4 to address proposed changes to transplant program metrics
Friday, July 23, 2021
Discuss proposed transplant program metrics out for public comment August 3.
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Public comment open from Aug. 3 through Sept. 30, 2021
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
The OPTN is offering 16 items including a white paper, guidance document, concept paper, two requests for feedback, and 11 proposals.
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Monitoring report available for pancreas allocation
Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Report addresses the first two months of data following implementation of 250 nautical mile circles.
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COVID-19 action regarding non-dialysis kidney candidate listing to sunset Sept. 1
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Action was adopted to assist members during COVID-19 pandemic.
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OPTN Board approves VCA transplant programs, liver allocation refinements, and strategic plan
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
New VCA specialties included in member directory.
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3-month monitoring report available for kidney allocation
Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Report addresses the first two months following implementation of 250 nautical mile circles.
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OPTN research presented at 2021 American Transplant Congress
Friday, June 18, 2021
Meeting held virtually June 4-9.
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Heart equity data now available on the Equity in Access to Transplant dashboard
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
OPTN data tool monitors trends related to access to deceased donor transplants.
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Now available: Recording of June 2 national webinar addressing proposed changes to transplant program metrics
Monday, June 7, 2021
MPSC plans to submit proposal for public comment in summer 2021.
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2022-2023 Call for Nominations for OPTN Board of Directors and Committees
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Apply by September 30 to be considered for 2022 vacancies.
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