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Since its inception in 1984, the Ochsner Multi-Organ Transplant Institute has performed more than 2,700 life-saving liver, kidney, pancreas, heart and lung transplants, making it the Gulf South's leading transplant center. For more than 50 years, the Ochsner name has been synonymous with high quality, multi-specialty care.

Transplant Wait Times

Ochsner has transplant wait times and survival rates that consistently beat the national average. For detailed statistics, select one of the following:

• Liver Transplants
• Kidney Transplants
• Kidney/Pancreas Transplants
• Heart Transplants

Comprehensive Patient Care

Innovation and dedication to excellence remain our hallmarks. Through innovative research efforts and the teaming of a comprehensive corps of transplant surgeons, physicians and support specialists the Ochsner Multi-Organ Transplant Institute is firmly positioned as a leader in organ transplantation. Our team delivers exceptional clinical care while addressing the emotional, financial and practical support issues so often faced by patients and their loved ones. We never lose sight of the individual who is our patient. Their concerns are our concerns and their continued good health is how we measure our success.

Transplant Center Highlights:

• Medicare approved transplant center for heart, liver and kidney transplantation.


• Center of Excellence for most insurers, including the United Resource Network.


• Ongoing clinical and laboratory research projects representing all aspects of transplantation research.


• On- or near-campus living accommodations including the Brent House Hotel.


• Ochsner International Health Services Department is available to assist with the unique ethnic and cultural needs of our many international patients.