The Transplant Leaders of Upstate New York

If you are in need of a transplant, you may be feeling a mix of emotions. You may be hopeful to get a second chance to live the life that you love. You may also be nervous to make this life changing decision.

At UR Medicine, you can go through this journey with confidence. Because here, we have what it takes to gives our patients the best outcomes: a team of specialists who care for the whole patient. This is why our outcomes are among the best in the nation.

Our expert providers work together to understand and care for your individual needs. Every member of the team is dedicated to a unique aspect of your transplant care, whether it’s medical, surgical, or mental and emotional.

Honoring and Celebrating 1 Million Transplants

We’re proud to join UNOS in celebrating 1 million organ transplants in the United States. As Upstate New York’s largest/busiest/most comprehensive transplant center, we provide our patients second chances every day.

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Why UR Medicine?

We are a pioneer in transplantation in upstate New York.

UR Medicine has the only heart transplant program, the only liver transplant program, and the only live donor liver transplant program in upstate New York. And our outcomes are among the best in the nation.

We have a team of expert surgeons from all over the world.

It takes a team to perform a transplant. Our experienced providers work together to get the best results for our patients. Our surgeons and physicians care for you, as well as your family. They build a relationship with you, and truly care about you as a person.

We offer comprehensive care.

Having a transplant doesn’t just affect you physically — it can also be challenging emotionally and mentally. That’s why UR Medicine offers a team of experts, including a social worker, a transplant psychiatrist and a coordinator. We make sure you have people who you can talk to, who can support you and help you.

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Caring for All of You

At UR Medicine, our approach to care is guided by the biopsychosocial model, which was founded here at the University of Rochester and has shaped care across the country.

The biopsychosocial model means that we treat the whole patient. We believe you’re more than your illness — you’re an individual. Your physical health is just one piece of the puzzle. Many other factors affect your health, including where you live, your mental health, and your family and social support, for example.

We consider all of these elements and personalize your treatment based on what is best for you. This includes providing a psychiatrist and social worker who will ensure that your mental and emotional health are being cared for.

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Become an Organ Donor

Organ transplants saves thousands of lives each year. Deciding to become an organ donor demonstrates your commitment to renewing the life and health of others in need. You will truly be giving the gift of life.

Finger Lakes Donor Recovery Network is the critical link between patients awaiting life-saving and life-changing organ and tissue transplants, and donors who give the Gift of Life through organ donation. FLDRN works closely with our region’s hospitals to ensure that the decisions of selfless donors, in consultation with their families, are carried out in accordance with their wishes.

Learn more about organ donation, transplantation and the organ donor registry.