New Waitlist feature provides insight into why certain candidates have been screened from matches
The new Candidate Match Screen Report in Waitlist provides insight on the rationale behind match screens for candidates.
High-flying hopes: Are drones the future of organ transportation?
The University of Maryland’s Joseph Scalea, M.D., delivered a kidney via drone in April 2019. Now, he’s founded a nationwide organ transplant logistics company.
Register now to attend Innovations at UNOS webinar
Innovations at UNOS continue to make strides in improving the transplant system. Register now to hear more about leading edge initiatives.
NLRB HCC extension automatic approval to take effect Sept. 10
On Sept. 10, an NLRB enhancement will allow automatic system approval of an exception extension request for any candidate meeting standardized criteria for hepatocellular carcinoma.
“The waitlist can’t wait”: Jennifer Prinz on taking a people-first approach during COVID-19
“The donation and transplantation community has had to adapt, all with a clear focus to continue to save lives during the pandemic.”
UNOS announces new research and development projects
UNOS’ commitment to innovation brings together industry experts. These partnerships enhance our capability to continuously improve the transplant system.
Aug. 20 UNOS COVID-19 update: Committee meetings virtual through October
Latest news and updates for organ procurement organizations and transplant programs
In spite of the pandemic, we’re performing more deceased-donor organ transplants than in years past
UNOS Board of Directors vice president/president-elect Matthew Cooper, M.D., says policies to improve the transplant system must look at the whole picture, not just one part of it.
Center effects greatly affect kidney access disparity
Research shows center effects are the top driver of kidney access disparities, but DSA effects still remain
Kidney Accelerated Placement project ended July 15, one-year pilot comes to a close
Data is being analyzed, future steps will be determined based on the results of the analysis and with input from the community.