Lung transplantation has emerged
as an effective treatment for end-stage lung disease. The first lung
transplant at UCLA was performed in 1988. Dr. Abbas Ardehali,
associate professor of surgery in the Division of Cardiothoracic
Surgery, directs the program along with Dr. David Ross, who
specializes in pulmonary medicine. Since the inception of the
program, more than 408 patients have undergone lung
transplantation at UCLA. Recent advances in preservation methods,
surgical techniques, and immunosuppressive drugs have steadily
improved the results of lung transplantation. Moreover, improvements
in post-transplant care have significantly impacted the quality of
life in lung transplant recipients.
The lung transplant team at UCLA consists of transplant surgeons,
pulmonologists, nurse coordinators, cardiologists, infectious disease specialists,
dieticians, social workers, and other specialists as needed. They work as a team to
optimize the pre and post transplant care of lung transplant patients.
The lung transplant program at UCLA provides comprehensive care and formulates
an individualized strategy to improve the quality of life for patients with end-stage lung
disease. The multi-disciplinary and innovative nature of the program has yielded
substantial improvement in patient survival and their quality of life. The UCLA lung
transplant program is Medicare certified.
How to Schedule Your Evaluation Appointment at UCLA
Please call (310) 825-6068 to schedule an appointment. Be prepared to provide
the following information: name, address, birth date, social security number and name of
referring physician.
The Transplant Clinic, where the evaluation will take place, is located at 200
UCLA Medical Plaza, Suite 265, across Westwood Blvd. from the UCLA Medical Center. Parking
is conveniently located in parking structures beneath and directly behind the Medical
Plaza. (See our location map for more directions).
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How is my care coordinated between my doctor and
UCLA Medical Center?
2. What happens at the evaluation appointment?
3. What are the options for transplantation?
4. Who will coordinate my care at UCLA?
5. How do I prepare for a transplant?
6. How long will I be in the hospital?
7. Who will take care of my health needs after I leave the
hospital?
