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A pioneer in organ transplantation for 60 years Penn supports the Gift of Life Donor Program through such events as the DASH for Organ Awareness and U.S.

Superior Outcomes:

The Penn Transplant Institute consistently meets or exceeds the national average in all organ transplants. These superior outcomes are a result of the combined efforts of multiple clinical departments across Penn Medicine and a unique, multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of end-stage organ disease. Active Living Donor Program:

Penn Medicine has been performing living donor kidney transplants since the 1960s and began performing adult-to-adult living donor liver transplants in the 1990s. Living donor transplants reduce the waiting period for a transplant, provide better quality donated organs and offer a better chance of successful outcomes. Community Outreach:

The Penn Transplant Institute is dedicated to increasing awareness of the need for organ and tissue donation. Transplant Games. Pediatric partnership with CHOP:

For a parent, there is nothing more frightening than being told, "Your child needs an organ transplant." The transplant center at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and the Penn Transplant Institute have been partners for decades in one of the largest multi-organ pediatric transplant centers in the country. The team members are committed to improving the health and lives of children needing transplants.

10/29/2026

Happy transplant anniversary, Jessica! Seven years ago, she received a simultaneous pancreas-kidney (SPK) transplant to address end-stage kidney failure caused by Type 1 diabetes.

"I remember waking up from surgery, and even though I had pain and discomfort, I had never felt better," Jessica says. "I hadn't realized how bad I'd felt for years until I woke up from my transplant and felt so good."

10/28/2026

Meet Dr. Mauer Biscotti III, a cardiothoracic surgeon and Surgical Director of the Lung Transplant Program at Penn Medicine.

Dr. Biscotti specializes in heart and lung transplantation for patients with end-stage heart failure and advanced lung disease. He works closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, patient-centered care.

"What inspires me is seeing our patients walk around the hospital and then walk out of the hospital,” says Dr. Biscotti. “Sometimes we don't even recognize them and that’s really inspiring.”

Dr. Mauer Biscotti III is a cardiothoracic surgeon and Surgical Dir...

10/27/2026

We are so proud of the Penn Transplant Team for receiving the 2026 Advocacy Award during Penn Medicine Experience (PMX) Week!

Held annually, PMX Week is a time to celebrate the outstanding contributions made by staff from across the health system. The PMX Advocacy Award honors a team that goes above and beyond to make a meaningful impact on patients, support their colleagues, and consistently demonstrate Penn Medicine values.

The Penn Transplant Team was recognized for the compassionate, comprehensive care they provide for patients and families during their complex, life-changing transplant journeys.

“From initial evaluation through transplantation and lifelong follow-up care, the team remains committed to ensuring that every patient receives exceptional care delivered with dignity, respect, and compassion,” said Kidney Transplant Coordinator Chung E. Lip, MPH, RN, CHES, PCCN in his nomination submission. “Through their advocacy, collaboration, accountability, cultural humility, and dedication to patient safety, the Penn Transplant Team embodies the very best of Penn Medicine.”

Congratulations to the team on this incredible recognition!

10/26/2026

10/25/2026

In the greater Philadelphia region, more than 700 people are waiting for a liver transplant. You could have an impact on all of their lives by becoming a living liver donor.

Living donation reduces the amount of time a person spends on the liver transplant waitlist, which in turn reduces the time all other patients spend waiting for their life-saving transplant. It’s an incredible ripple effect!

Learn more about living liver donation at http://spr.ly/6182BHM8NO

10/23/2026

When it comes to organ transplantation, there’s more than one way you can make a big difference! Celebrate National Make a Difference Day with us by…

☑️ Registering to be a deceased organ donor at http://spr.ly/61873buyF
☑️ Learning more about how to become a living kidney or liver donor at http://spr.ly/6185BHM8lD
☑️ Sharing this post to spread the word about the importance of organ donors!

10/22/2026

The next virtual Kidney Transplant Support Group meeting for Penn kidney transplant patients and caregivers is Tuesday, October 27 at 10 AM. Whether you attend frequently or it's been a few months, we'd love to see you!

Email [email protected] to RSVP.

10/21/2026

Protect your smile and your health post-transplant with good dental hygiene! Brushing, flossing, and regular dental visits all play an important role in staying “infection free.” Here’s what you should know about taking care of your teeth after transplant.

10/20/2026

Almost all living donors—99 percent!—say they’d recommend donating a kidney. On November 12, learn about how you could join them in saving a life during a special webinar hosted by the Penn Center for Living Donation.

Register by November 10 at http://spr.ly/6180BHzhCi

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Philadelphia, PA

Telephone

+18007897366

Website

http://PennMedicine.org/Transplant

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