The UCLA Kidney Transplant Program was among the pioneers
in transplantation, performing some of the earliest kidney
transplants in the United States. UCLA's program performs
living-related and cadaveric renal transplants in over 300
adult and pediatric patients a year. The UCLA Kidney
Transplant Program has earned a national reputation for its
clinical and academic excellence, and is recognized as a
national leader in clinical research.
UCLA is dedicated to providing the highest quality of
care to patients with end-stage renal disease. The Kidney
Transplant Program can attribute its excellent results to
over 25 years of experience with renal transplantation, a
cohesive and highly experienced staff, and a unique
collaboration of medical and surgical specialists before and
after transplantation.
The Kidney/Pancreas Transplant Program at UCLA was
started in 1993. During its first three years, 50
transplants were performed. The dual organ transplant is
used specifically for adult patients who have end-stage
renal disease and Type I diabetes (insulin deficient).
Investigators in the program are actively involved in islet
cell transplant research.
