Emory Transplant Center

On Donate Life Living Donor Day, join us in thanking all living donors for their lifesaving generosity. Learn firsthand what it’s like to be a living kidney donor from Joe Johnson, who shares his personally rewarding experience at Emory Transplant Center. #DonateLifeMonth #NDLM2021

April is National Donate Life Month. To encourage people to register as organ, eye and tissue donors, we’re debunking some of the myths surrounding organ donation. There are so many misconceptions out there, have you heard any of these? #NationalDonateLifeMonth #NDLM

A heart transplant offers hope and a brighter future for patients and families affected by end-stage heart failure. This March, the transplant team successfully performed a heart transplant with novel technology technology that could help more people get the new hearts they need.

Starting on Wednesday, March 17, the world’s leading stroke experts and researchers are going to be gathering virtually for the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference. For the first time ever, stroke survivors, family members and other advocates with an interest in stroke and brain health have been invited to join for free for select sessions at the conference.

Nolan Gottlieb battled cystic fibrosis for more than 30 years even through a college basketball career before needing a double-lung transplant. With the help of Emory Transplant Center, his new lungs are disease free and he’s living an active, normal life. Read his story: https://fal.cn/3duml

With the excitement around the release of the COVID-19 vaccine, Emory Transplant Center answers questions and provides information to our transplant patients regarding vaccination.

Using #Lean methodology, Emory Transplant Center identifies quality issues and finds effective solutions to improve patient care. Thanks to our efforts, we have been awarded the NCQA - National Committee for Quality Assurance PCSP Level 3 recognition for the second time. Learn more.

Disinfect frequently touched surfaces and #Choose3Ws 1) Wear your mask 2) Wash your hands 3) Watch your distance We've teamed up with Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, GradyHealth, Northeast Georgia Health System, Piedmont Healthcare, and Wellstar Health System to do what we can to get through this global crisis and #StopTheSpread.

Congratulations to the Emory Lung Transplant Program for meeting criteria for participation in Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield 's Centers of Medical Excellence Transplant Program. This national quality label is awarded by the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association to providers that have proven their expertise at delivering quality care, based on input by leading medical experts and national societies. For more information about the Emory Lung Transplant Program, visit: emoryhealthcare.org/lungtransplant

Whether a screening, vaccine shot, cold, the flu, or an emergency, if you can’t see your primary care doctor right away, know where to go to get the right care at the right time. Learn more at https://bit.ly/2STv1r7 #EmorySafety... #KnowWhereToGo See more

Should people worry if they feel a little achy after getting their #flushot? Dr. del Rio says no and explains why. For flu vaccine information and scheduling, visit emoryhealthcare.org/flu #EmorySafety #FluVaccine

3 Simple Ways to #StopTheSpread #Choose3Ws We've teamed up with Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, GradyHealth, Northeast Georgia Health System, Piedmont Healthcare, and Wellstar Health System to do what we can to get through this global crisis. Learn more at https://bit.ly/2HdzFh9

It's #fluseason and more important than ever to get your #fluvaccination. Our Flu Vaccination Clinics are now open with easy online location information and scheduling availability every Friday in October at https://bit.ly/3iRsIzu #EmorySafety #FluVaccine

Whether it's a chronic illness or the #flu, don't delay getting care. For the latest flu vaccine information, visit emoryhealthcare.org/flu #EmorySafety #FluVaccine

Christy Norman, PharmD, our VP of Pharmacy Services, partnered with fellow colleagues at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, GradyHealth, Northeast Georgia Health System, Piedmont Healthcare, and Wellstar Health System to remind you to #Choose3Ws to protect your loved ones and our frontline health care workers. #PharmacyWeek Wear Your Mask Wash Your Hands Watch Your Distance

Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University medical oncologist Jane Meisel, MD, recommends ways patients with #breastcancer can be proactive about managing their disease while taking important steps to live the life they want outside of the clinic. #BCAM #EmoryStrong #BreastCancerAwareness... #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth See more

For those diagnosed with #livercancer, find answers and proven outcomes with Emory’s Liver Tumor Clinic. Meet with specialists from hepatology, oncology, liver transplant, interventional radiology among others and get a treatment plan that’s tailored to you.

Last season, at least 410,000 people were hospitalized due to influenza. Remember to ask for the flu vaccination at your next appointment. For more information about the flu, visit emoryhealthcare.org/flu #EmorySafety #FluVaccine

Dr. Carlos del Rio explains how both COVID-19 and the flu are putting a strain on health care systems and how important it is to get the flu vaccine, especially during this time. Do your part for our community and get the flu vaccine. Learn more at emoryhealthcare.org/flu #EmorySafety #FluVaccine

#Fluseason is here. Get yourself and your family vaccinated at an Emory Healthcare #fluvaccination clinic near you. Easy online scheduling and availability every Friday in October. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3iRsIzu #EmorySafety ... #FluVaccine See more

Thank You 4 Wearing your mask, Washing your hands and Watching your distance to #StopTheSpread #Choose3Ws We've teamed up with Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, GradyHealth, Northeast Georgia Health System, Piedmont Healthcare, and Wellstar Health System to do what we can to get through this global crisis.