Looking for kidney transplantation. how do i get on the waitlist?

Transplant Program: Only kidney transplant programs are authorized to actually activate patients on the national waitlist for deceased donor kidneys. This list is entered into a single computer system which is managed by unos, the united network for organ sharing. So you must be evaluated + educated by a transplant program. Typically a nephrologist will refer you to a program but you can also self-refer.

UNOS: You should seek and make an appt to see a transplant center ASAP. For a young person as your self transplant is the best option. Depending on your state and blood type wait times can vary. Remember you can listed in more than one state and more than one center. You just have to pick a primary center. Do your home work. UNOS is the body that regulates transplant in USA. http://www.unos.org