Transplant resources and support

Sentara services for transplant patients

• Sentara cardiac rehab
  Our specialists work with you, one-on-one, inpatient and outpatient, to help you regain endurance and stamina and return to the activities you love.
• Sentara Pritikin Intensive Cardiac Rehab (ICR)
  The Pritikin Intensive Cardiac Rehab (ICR) program is covered by Medicare and many commercial insurers. Pritikin features both exercise and education at every visit
• Sentara clinical nutrition
  Our Sentara registered dietitians (RDs) are here to provide support to patients with heart conditions in creating a heart-healthy eating plan.
• Clinical trials
  Our heart experts and oncologists routinely participate in research and clinical trials. Please learn more at Sentara Health Research Center.
• Sentara heart and vascular services
  At Sentara, you'll find specialized services for your heart and vascular system. We are a network of providers, outpatient centers and hospitals.
• Sentara home care
  Whether you need skilled nursing, rehabilitation, wound care or care for a chronic condition, our team of home health experts is here to care for you.
• Sentara palliative services
  Palliative care provides relief from the symptoms and stress of serious illness for patients and their families.

All transplant resources

• National Donate Life Registry
  A solid educational resource around donation/transplantation systems, which complements patient care content.
• United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS)
  UNOS facilitates every organ transplant performed in the United States. UNOS assists transplant doctors, patients and members of the public by helping ensure that organs are procured and distributed in a fair and timely manner.
• US Transplant - Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients (SRTR)
  SRTR supports the ongoing evaluation of the scientific and clinical status of solid organ transplantation, including kidneys, pancreas, liver, intestine, heart, lung, and heart-lung.
• Organ Transplant Support
  A nonprofit offering support for transplant recipients, those waiting, donors and families.
• Transplant Living
  Transplant Living provides extensive information and lists of resources concerning the course of care for transplant patients, as well as financial challenges and social issues.
• American Transplant Foundation
  A nonprofit organization that provides educational services and support for transplant recipients and their families. Includes info on their Patient Assistant Program.

Heart transplant

• HeartBrothers Foundation
  Focused on heart failure and the transplant community; offers resources, peer support & helps with transplant-waiting challenges.
• Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network: Heart transplants

Kidney transplant

• American Association of Kidney Patients (AAKP)
  Patient advocacy, education and support for kidney patients, including transplant recipients.
• National Kidney Foundation (NKF)
  Covers pre-transplant, post-transplant care, living donation and general education for kidney patients and families.
• Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network: Kidney transplants