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OPTN Task Force sets goal of achieving 60K transplants by 2026

OPTN Task Force sets goal of achieving 60K transplants by 2026

Jan 26, 2024 | Leadership, News, Patient, Trending

The OPTN Expeditious Task Force embarks on ambitious project to save more lives, increase efficiency

President signs new law increasing competition for OPTN contract

President signs new law increasing competition for OPTN contract

Sep 22, 2023 | Leadership, News

We are committed to working with HRSA, Congress, the wider donation and transplantation community and other stakeholders to ensure the best possible system for patients, donors and their families.

Community update: Policy development based on continuous distribution

Community update: Policy development based on continuous distribution

Apr 14, 2023 | Education, Leadership, News, Performance

Updates on the status of each of the continuous distribution initiatives from Board of Directors President Jerry McCauley, M.D.

UNOS welcomes competitive bidding process for next OPTN contract

UNOS welcomes competitive bidding process for next OPTN contract

Mar 22, 2023 | Leadership, News

We are committed to working with government partners and all who care about serving donors, patients and their families.

United Network for Organ Sharing names new Interim CEO

United Network for Organ Sharing names new Interim CEO

Oct 3, 2022 | Leadership, News

McBride has served in a variety of senior leadership roles at UNOS, most recently as Chief Operating Officer.

United Network for Organ Sharing names new Interim CEO

UNOS CEO Brian Shepard to leave organization after a decade of service

Jun 28, 2022 | Leadership, News, UNOS in the news

Shepard’s bold leadership set UNOS on a firm foundation to advance equity and save more lives in coming years.

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UNOS applauds inclusion of organ donation and transplantation reforms in FY26 Federal Funding Package

Congress passes UNOS’ Advocacy Agenda, which will strengthen the U.S. organ donation and transplant system.

UNOS responds to CMS proposed rule; celebrates progress for patients

CMS proposed rule incudes key UNOS reforms.

UNOS names 2025 Lisa Schaffner Community Advocate Award recipient

UNOS honors Mary Baliker with the 2025 Lisa Schaffner Community Advocate Award for her 45 years of advocacy for the organ donation and transplant community.

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