Transplant Institute

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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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.

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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).

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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