Overview of Lung Transplantation at Johns Hopkins
Lung transplantation at Hopkins began in 1983 when we performed our first heart-lung transplant. Our Lung Transplant Program was formally established in 1998 and we have performed over 200 lung transplants. The two basic goals of the program are first to provide outstanding clinical care and second to generate new knowledge in the lung transplant field through our research. We firmly believe that these goals complement each other and ultimately improve lung transplant recipient quality of life both at Johns Hopkins and the rest of the world.
| Evaluation for Lung Transplantation To be evaluated for lung transplantation, you must call the lung transplant coordinators offices at 410-614-4508 to arrange for a medical appointment. You will be assigned a transplant nurse coordinator who will make sure that you have an evaluation appointment to meet with all members of the transplant team. Awaiting Transplantation After a thorough evaluation, only patients who are deemed good candidates for transplantation are added to the national waiting list. Patients must complete regular testing and remain in contact with their transplant coordinator during their wait for transplant. While awaiting transplantation, the team is available to answer your questions. They can also provide you with a list of education programs and a personal lung mentor to help answer your questions. |  |
| Read Chris' story about her 2005 lung transplant. |
Lung Transplant Team
The transplant team works with patients throughout their transplant experience. During evaluation patients meet with these members of their transplant team: a transplant physician, surgeon, transplant nurse coordinator, social worker, psychologist, and nutritionist. This team follows the patient's care before and after the transplant surgery. While in recovery from the transplant surgery, lung transplant patients are examined by their transplant pulmonologist, surgeon, and lung transplant coordinatorevery day in the hospital. An infectious disease specialist will see patients as needed. After discharge, a team of advanced nurse practitioners help patients and are available 24 hours a day.
Partnership with Community Physicians
Your Hopkins team is available to your community physician who wishes to consult about your medical care. The Hopkins team has a special 24-hour Hopkins Access Line phone line to make it easier for community physicians to reach us. We are committed to partnering with community physicians and providing resources to help maintain the best care for transplant patients.
