Kidney and Liver Transplants
Now Offering Liver Transplants
The GW Transplant Institute now provides deceased liver transplant surgery.
The GW Transplant Institute has a comprehensive kidney and liver transplant program along with the specialty services required to care for transplant surgery patients. About 30 million Americans have chronic kidney disease, according to the National Kidney Foundation (NKF), and approximately 5.5 million Americans are living with chronic liver disease or cirrhosis, according to the American Liver Foundation. For many of these people, a kidney or liver transplant can be the most effective treatment option.
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Schedule an In-Person or Virtual Appointment
Please fill out our general appointment form below or call our referral service at 888-4GW-DOCS to schedule an in-person or virtual appointment. Virtual Health enables you to speak with providers using your phone, tablet or computer.
Patient Success Story
Paul Smith was sick and needed a kidney transplant. His friend, Jafau Delane, and the transplant team at GW Hospital came to the rescue. Paul now lives a normal, healthy, happy life.
Kidney Transplants
The GW Transplant Institute performs kidney transplants using kidneys from both living and deceased donors.
Liver Transplants
We offer deceased liver transplant surgery to patients who are evaluated by the GW Transplant Institute and listed with the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS).
Our Mission, Vision and Core Values
Mission
The George Washington Transplant Institute is dedicated to increasing access and care provided to a multicultural and diverse community by utilizing cutting-edge advancements in the field of transplantation.
Vision
To save lives and improve outcomes in patients with chronic kidney and liver disease and end-stage renal disease.
Core Values
- Advance equity in transplantation access
- Advocate for healthier lifestyles by expanding health literacy
- Promote living donor transplantation
- Increase transplantation rates
- Prevent morbidity and mortality post transplantation
The GW Transplant Institute
2131 K Street NW, Suite 800
Washington, DC 20037
Phone: 202-715-4225
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