If you have questions about kidney transplant services, please take a moment to review our Frequently Asked Questions.
If you have advanced kidney disease you could be a candidate for a kidney transplant. Additional requirements may be:
Acceptable cardiovascular and lung function
Acceptable vasculature
BMI <40 for evaluation and < 35 for surgery
eGFR of 25ml/min for evaluation and 20ml/min for active wait listing
Free of cancer or 2-5 years post treatment for cure (depends on the type of cancer)
With dialysis, one has a machine that acts as the kidney to filter your blood
During dialysis, the blood is only filtered during treatments while a functioning kidney filters blood 24/7
A doctor's referral isn't necessarily needed but your doctor may have test results and information that will make it easier for evaluation. But you are allowed to contact our transplant center on your own.
Yes, knowing your glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) is always needed and beneficial
Your eGFR needs to be 25ml/min or less to start evaluation and 20ml/min or below for active listing
The earlier the better to start the discussion about transplant options
Yes, and we need to ensure that we accept your insurance prior to your first visit. Our social worker and financial coordinator can help you with insurance questions and financial options.
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