Organ Transplant & Donation

At BIDMC, you receive personalized care at every stage of the organ transplant process.

• Before your organ transplant we guide you through evaluations, testing, and pre-surgical preparation to ensure you’re ready for the best possible 
• The transplant call alerts you when an organ becomes available. We coordinate your hospital arrival and prepare you for surgery.
• Inpatient Recovery begins in the hospital following surgery. We provide intensive care and education to help you understand how to care for your new organ and prepare for discharge.
• After your organ transplant, we closely monitor your health, manage medications, watch for complications, and provide continuous education to support your long-term well-being.
• Behavioral health specialists tend to your mental health and emotional needs before and after your transplant.

Life-saving organ transplants are possible only because of organ donors. Learn about organ donation and how you can sign up to be an organ or tissue donor. You also can learn about living kidney and liver donation.

We are committed to not only caring for our current patients but also advancing the future of transplant care. Through ongoing clinical trials, we investigate new treatments and expand transplant options for patients who may not meet conventional eligibility criteria. As a patient at BIDMC, you may have access to innovative therapies through these research efforts.

We understand the unique challenge of seeking treatment abroad — whether you’re donating or receiving care. Our dedicated International Patient Services team is here to support you every step of the way.

With services tailored specifically for Latin American patients, our Spanish-speaking care teams appreciate the unique needs of both donors and recipients exploring care options in the United States. Our comprehensive offerings include living donor kidney and liver transplants, as well as hepatobiliary surgery.

Appointments & Scheduling

We manage every aspect of your medical appointments — from initial consultations and diagnostic tests to scheduling and follow-up care. Whether you are a donor or recipient, our team works closely with your referring physician to collect and share essential medical records with our BIDMC clinical team.

Concierge & Language Services

Your comfort is our priority. We offer complimentary concierge services to help give you the best stay possible. Services include:

• Restaurant and local attraction recommendations
• Assistance with shopping, entertainment and cultural activities

Our Spanish-speaking staff and certified medical interpreters are available throughout your visit, ensuring clear, culturally sensitive communication.

The BIDMC Transplant Institute treats every international donor and recipient like family. Allow us to manage the details of your care coordination so you can focus on healing and recovery.

Transportation & Lodging

You shouldn’t have to be stressed when traveling for care. We help arrange short- and long-term lodging for both patients and their families, focusing on accommodations that meet international needs.

We can secure preferred rates at local hotels and help you with other options if needed. Additionally, we can coordinate reliable transportation services — from airport pickups to ambulance arrangements — ensuring smooth travel throughout your stay.

Our Team

Our friendly, multilingual team is ready to answer your questions — no matter how big or small. We provide detailed information on the transplant process, travel logistics and financial matters. Your dedicated international patient liaison will assist with all financial questions before, during and after your visit, ensuring transparent guidance on cost of care and payment options.

At BIDMC, you benefit from having a team of experts at your side. No matter what your needs, we have experienced specialists ready to address them.

• Anesthesiologists keep you comfortable during surgery, so you remain asleep during your procedure.
• Financial counselors assist you with questions and concerns about paying for your transplant.
• Immunologists help keep your immune system from rejecting your new organ.
• Infectious disease specialists prevent and treat infections that occur after surgery.
• Intensivists monitor you and provide critical care after surgery.
• Nurses deliver day-to-day care, supporting your physical and emotional needs.
• Nutritionists ensure you get the foods and nutrition you need before and after surgery.
• Pathologists evaluate organ biopsies.
• Pharmacists make sure you get the right medications and help you learn to manage them.
• Psychologists help with your emotional well-being and behavioral health.
• Social workers evaluate your mental well-being, connect you to helpful resources and plan for your discharge.
• Transplant nurse coordinators guide you through the transplant process, coordinate appointments, and offer you support. 
• Transplant surgeons and physicians provide surgical expertise and medical care before and after transplant.

In certain cases, other specialists also may care for you:

• Cardiac surgeons specialize in operating on the heart.
• Cardiologists provide non-surgical heart care.
• Endocrinologists specialize in diagnosing and treating problems of the endocrine system, including diabetes.
• Gastroenterologists provide care for digestive system disorders.
• Hepatologists are specialists in liver care.
• Nephrologists are kidney specialists.

We invite you to meet the members of our Transplant Team.