A Forever Bond: Adleigh’s Experience of a Living-donor Liver Transplant
Born with biliary atresia, Adleigh faced a critical diagnosis from day one. But in February, she defied the odds. Adleigh became the 200th recipient of a life-changing gift: a living donor liver transplant.
Sydney’s Story
Sydney was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder called Urea Cycle Disorder / Ornithine Transcarbamylase deficiency (UCD/OTC) at just one year old.
Meet the Physician Carrying on a 40-year Legacy
UPMC Children’s is a pioneer in pediatric transplantation thanks to the work of renowned physician Thomas Starzl, MD, PhD. During his career, Dr. Starzl led a team of surgeons to perform Pittsburgh’s first liver transplant; launched the first liver transplant program in the nation for adults and children; and found a new drug that would make […]
A Living Miracle
Sasha became a “living miracle” when she received a liver transplant at UPMC Children’s in 1987. Today, she gives back to the hospital that saved her life.
Making Life Easier for Pediatric Heart Transplant Patients
Pediatric heart transplantation offers tremendous hope for children facing life-threatening conditions. While often lifesaving, organ transplantation necessitates ongoing follow-up care to screen for rejection.
Blazing New Trails in Transplantation
UPMC Children’s is at the forefront of pediatric transplantation research.