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Kidney, Pancreas and Liver Transplants

Lehigh Valley Institute for Surgical Excellence offers the region’s only transplant program for kidney, pancreas and liver transplantation. Our transplant team has decades of experience and will compassionately support you through the entire process.

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The science and practice of organ transplantation surgery can transform lives. When an organ such as the kidney or liver stops working on its own, transplant surgery can allow you to live a fuller life, on your terms.

Once evaluated, if you are eligible for a transplant, our team will create a plan specifically suited to your physical, psychological and financial situation. We’ll assist you with all aspects of the procedure. Our surgeons, specialists and highly-trained support staff are dedicated to delivering unmatched care before, during and after organ transplantation. 

How do I get referred to the Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) transplant program?

You can self-refer to LVHN’s kidney, pancreas and liver transplant program using this form. If you are a potential candidate for a kidney or pancreas transplant, you may also be referred by a nephrologist or dialysis center. For a liver transplant, you might be referred by a hepatologist.

How do you get on the transplant list?

Everyone must be evaluated for appropriateness for transplant candidacy, and not everyone will be placed on the transplant waiting list. You may not be healthy enough for a transplant or have other problems that limit your eligibility. Regardless, it’s important to be evaluated early.

If you’re approved for a liver transplant, you will be placed on the national transplant waiting list. Wait times can vary depending on factors such as your medical urgency, blood type and organ availability. We will provide ongoing support to help you stay as healthy as possible while you wait. In the case of a kidney transplant, during your time on a wait list you can begin searching for a suitable living donor.

You have the right and the ability to be on wait lists at multiple transplant centers in the U.S.

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Kidney and Pancreas Transplant

Kidney and Pancreas Transplant

If you or someone you care about needs a kidney or pancreas transplant, you’ll want to choose a quality program. We maintain a 94 percent success rate for kidney transplants and a general transplant success rate well above the national and regional norms.

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Liver Transplant

Liver Transplant

If you need a liver transplant, registering at Lehigh Valley Institute for Surgical Excellence can save your life. Our specialist surgeons are some of the finest in the nation, and a full multidisciplinary team will support your recovery.

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Get a second opinion for transplant services

We offer leading-edge medical and surgical treatments for a variety of disorders, both rare and routine. By obtaining a second opinion from our skilled treatment team, you’ll receive the peace of mind you need to make an informed decision.

We’ll meet with you to:

  • Confirm a diagnosis.
  • Explore all treatment options, including treatments or procedures that may not be widely available.
  • Discuss whether a treatment or care plan is the best fit for you.
  • Ensure you’re confident in the approach and expertise of your care team.

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Kidney, Pancreas and Liver Transplants

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Organ donation at LVHN

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Busting the Myths About Organ Donation

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Become an Organ Donor

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Why Become an Organ Donor? Better Still, Why Not?

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Lehigh Valley Health Network First to Bring Liver Transplant to Our Region

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Lehigh Valley Health Network First to Bring Liver Transplant Surgery to Our Region

February 17, 2025
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Rare kidney disease leaves Wendy Reiss needing a new kidney, her husband, Barry, offers her one of his

Patient Story

Wendy Reiss Finds Her Perfect Kidney Match – Her Husband

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George Rofaiel, MD, Joins LVHN as New Chief of Transplant Surgery for Institute for Surgical Excellence

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George Rofaiel, MD, Joins LVHN as New Chief of Transplant Surgery for Institute for Surgical Excellence

May 3, 2023
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Health Tip

Why People Travel to LVHN for Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Surgery

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Janine Krzyzanowski kidney transplant

Patient Story

Kidney Transplant Is Ultimate Gift for Berks County Woman

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Leo Palumbo Kidney Transplant

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A New Life for Leo

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Doing My Part

Dynamic Duo’s Pillows Soften Post-Transplant Road

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LVHN Kidney Transplant Program at 30

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Exceptional Results, Comprehensive Care Define LVHN Kidney Transplant Program at 30

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Patient Needing General Surgery at the LVHN Surgery Institute

Innovations at Lehigh Valley Institute for Surgical Excellence

The Institute for Surgical Excellence sets the bar for surgical expertise. If you or a loved one needs surgery, learn how you will benefit from our institute approach to surgical care.

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Communication during surgery

For families, the hardest part of surgery is waiting and wondering. LVHN now offers secure mobile updates using the EASE app.

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