Health problems related to your major organs, including the liver, kidneys
or pancreas may become life-threatening at any time. That’s why
you want treatment from a highly regarded medical center connected to
a leading transplant center.
Organ Transplant Services Close to Home
If you or a loved one needs a liver, kidney or pancreas transplant, trust
OU Health Transplant Institute solid-organ specialists in Oklahoma City
for expert care using an integrated, multidisciplinary approach. You become
part of Oklahoma’s largest and most experienced transplant team
whose members work with specialists at our academic medical center to
apply the latest research and solid-organ transplant techniques, including
robotic-assisted surgical procedures.
At OU Health Transplant Institute you receive seamless care that includes
a pre-transplant coordinator who sets up and keeps you informed of all
tests and meetings, so your transplant process unfolds as smoothly as
possible. In addition, you benefit from a dedicated organ procurement
surgeon and team who ensure the transfer process functions efficiently
for optimal results.
Take advantage of solid organ services at OU Health for:
If you’re willing to give the gift of health through an organ donation,
learn how to participate in the OU Health
Living Donor Program. As a living donor, you may qualify for kidney removal through a minimally
invasive, robotic-assisted procedure that often results in a shorter hospital
stay and faster recovery.
UNOS-Certified Pediatric Transplant
Young people who need a liver or kidney transplant receive expert care
from the only
United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS)-certified pediatric liver and kidney program in Oklahoma. You’ll
find OU Health Transplant Institute experts at Oklahoma Children’s
Hospital OU Health in Oklahoma City, where physicians have performed pediatric
kidney transplants for decades, including more than 50 procedures since 2012.
Resources for Transplant Recipients & Donors
You and your comfort during the transplant process remain the primary focus
of the OU Health Transplant Institute team. Contact OU Health Transplant
Institute for more details or
download necessary forms. Check the resources below to learn more about organ transplants, get
support group information and find out about organ donor registration.
Nearby Transplant Support Group for You & Your Caregivers
As a pre- or post-transplant recipient, donor, family member or caregiver,
you can get helpful information from a guest speaker at each support group
session and meet others who share your situation.
Organs for Life Transplant Support Group
As a pre- or post-transplant recipient, donor, family member or caregiver,
you can get helpful information from a guest speaker at each support group
session and meet others who share your situation.
When you choose the organ transplant team at the OU Health Transplant Institute,
you work with Oklahoma’s transplant pioneers who use a multidisciplinary
approach involving a wide range of medical experts and evidence-based
techniques with proven advanced technology, including access to
clinical trials, to ensure you receive the most appropriate care for your specific situation.
Your experienced organ transplant team understands the anxiety and stress
of waiting for an organ — so they provide comprehensive support
for you and your family before, during and after your transplant procedure.
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