Lung Transplant Process

Receiving a Lung Transplant is Not Just a Procedure; It is a Way of Life

At the University of Chicago Medicine, our lung transplant team will be with you every step of the way. Starting from your first phone call, we will guide you through evaluation, treatment and follow-up care to ensure the process is as smooth as possible. We have an intake center dedicated just to transplant candidates. Our transplant coordinators work on your behalf to arrange clinic visits and to ensure a smooth transition into our program before you have your first appointment.

One phone call is all it takes to begin the process. When you call us, a transplant intake specialist will walk you through the next steps, coordinating everything you need to do.

For an overview of lung transplantation at UChicago Medicine, watch our Lung Transplant Education Video. If you have any questions, please contact our transplant coordinator or another member of the transplant team. They will answer your questions when you come in for an evaluation appointment.

Lung Transplant Steps

Treatment is different for every patient, but there are some steps in the process that will be similar for everyone.

Evaluation

Waitlist

Transplantation

Recovery

After the surgery, you will spend time in the hospital. The amount of time is variable for such complex procedures, but most recipients progress well within a week. Once you go home, you will begin a series of outpatient clinic appointments to manage your health as a lung transplant recipient. We will provide personal instructions and printed guides to help you understand when and how often to take your medications and how best to keep healthy after transplant.

Financial Guidance

Request an Appointment

The information you provide will enable us to assist you as efficiently as possible. A representative will contact you within one to two business days to help you schedule an appointment.

You can also make an appointment with our providers by:

– Requesting an online second opinion from our specialists

To speak to someone directly, please call 1-888-824-0200. If you have symptoms of an urgent nature, please call your doctor or go to the emergency room immediately.

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