News

HRSA has finalized a contract with UNOS to continue key pieces of the OPTN Operations, including the matching system.

Get details on a report showing progress on Kidney Donor Profile Index scores for Black and/or HIV-positive donors.

9/30/25: Read a letter from OPTN President John Magee to the OPTN community on actions taken to ensure patient safety and maintain public trust.

The OPTN announces updated median MELD at transplant scores to take effect Sept. 25. The median PELD at transplant score is unchanged.

HRSA announces the election of Dean Kim, MD, as Region 10 Associate Councillor. Voter turnout showed strong engagement from the OPTN community.

The Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) announces Doug Fesler as its new Executive Director, effective September 2, 2025.

Read about the impact of updates to how treatment options are reported for certain liver transplant candidates.

Learn about the Region 10 Associate Councillor election and where to find details on the nominees.

Read the outcomes of the monthly meeting of the OPTN Board of Directors on August 21, including a recommendation to increase the OPTN membership fee.

The OPTN offers six proposals for public comment in summer 2025 and invites the community to give feedback to help shape U.S. organ transplant policy.