VCU Health Hume-Lee Transplant Center

As we close on a remarkable 2024, we celebrate life-changing achievements that reflect our unwavering commitment to innovation, compassion, and excellence in organ transplantation. #TransplantMilestones #DonateLife #LivingDonorTransplant #TPIAT #OrganTransplant

During Kidney Month, check out the story of Drew & Kip Barefoot, and learn more about kidney paired donation or a “kidney swap.” Read their story: bit.ly/4ep0h8O #KidneyMonth #DonateLife #LivingDonation

Kidney transplantation offers a longer life expectancy and better quality of life compared to dialysis. For Mark Cash, he had the support of "his angel," Toney, his lifesaving living donor. Read their story: bit.ly/4fT28oe #LivingDonation #DonateLife #KidneyMonth

With over 100,000 individuals on the nat. transplant waiting list, and almost 90% in need of a kidney, the demand for living donors has never been greater. Curious about what makes a good living donor? Read here: bit.ly/41ZDbma #LivingDonation #DonateLife #KidneyMonth

In this episode of "Healthy with VCU Health" hear from Dr. Dhiren Kumar, medical director of living kidney transplant, as he discusses kidney transplants and the benefits of receiving a kidney from a living donor: bit.ly/44e1c8T #KidneyMonth 🎧🎙️

On this International Women's Day, we celebrate the power of women—like Danny, who selflessly donated her kidney to Lauretta. Their story is one of courage, generosity, and the gift of life. Read more: bit.ly/47yVcsn ❤️ #LivingDonation #KidneyMonth

Did you know there is shortage of organs? This is what makes living donation so important. It truly is a heroic act that gives the greatest gift possible — the gift of life. Looking for more info? Check out our living donor program: bit.ly/3O2q23K #DonateLife 💙💚

March is Nat. #KidneyMonth. 🧡 Almost 90,000 Americans are waiting for a kidney transplant--86% of patients on the transplant waiting list. You can save lives by registering your decision and by learning more about living donation: bit.ly/3CDJylC #DonateLife 💙💚

During Heart Month, we remember Liz Moore, a patient with VCU Health since her youth who was born with a congenital heart defect. Thanks to the strong collaboration between Hume-Lee and Pauley, a dual transplant gave her a 2nd chance at life: bit.ly/42JWzma ❤️❤️

During #HeartMonth, we want you to take charge of your heart health. From understanding what heart disease is to practical tips for prevention, Dr. Chery shares what you need to know to improve your heart health: bit.ly/41kp6OD ♥️♥️♥️ #ChattingWithChery

Feb. 20 is National Caregiver's Day! Caregivers are a very important part of the transplant journey. They're there for tasks big and small–listening, cooking, driving to medical appointments–and supporting you when you need it most. Thank you to all Caregivers! 💙💚 #DonateLife

During #HeartMonth, we recall Ben Pastva, a top-tier student athlete who broke a long-held Randolph-Macon College swimming record after his heart transplant. 💙💪🏅 Read his story: bit.ly/3LpTJeh #HeartTransplant #DonateLife

Danielle Green has donated two organs — a kidney, and then a portion of her liver — to two complete strangers, saving their lives. Read her story: bit.ly/42AtkTf 💙💚 #AMATBHM #BlackHistoryMonth #DonateLife #LivingDonation

Happy #NationalDonorDay! Share the love and register your decision to be an organ, eye and tissue donor at RegisterMe.org. Thank you to all donors, registered donors, donor families, and living donors for your generosity! 💙💚❤️#DonateLife #SharetheLove #HeartMonth

After his transplant, Denis Popp discovered a profound calling to show his gratitude and pay it forward. This #HeartMonth, we recognize what patients like Denis have accomplished with a 2nd chance at life! ♥️ Read his story: bit.ly/41bT08Z #HeartFailureAwarenessWeek

We're proud to support the NPF - VA Chapter at their Bowl America event on Feb. 20. Together, we're raising awareness and advancing the fight against pancreas disease! 💜💜💜 Event details 🔗: bit.ly/3LSUm3z

A heart transplant saved Kyle Dodd’s life and opened new doors for the U.S. Army Veteran and father of four--including competing in the 2025 World Transplant Games! Read Kyle's story: bit.ly/4rEc2iX ❤️❤️ @VCUHealth #HeartMonth #HeartTransplant

In 2025, 430 Black individuals became living donors. Living donors change lives while they’re still living theirs. Talk to your loved ones. You could be someone’s reason to hope. #AMATBHM #BlackHistoryMonth #DonateLife #LivingDonation

Feb. is #HeartMonth - an important time to look back on our extraordinary transplant stories! Mary and Janell didn’t know one another prior to their transplants, but a beautiful friendship formed from their shared journey. ❤️ Read more: bit.ly/3kqYNoJ #WomensHeartWeek

A lifesaving LVAD gave Trent Henderson the gift of time with his family including watching his son TreVeyon take the field with the Patriots in Super Bowl LX! 🏈🙌❤️ Read Trent's story: bit.ly/4iGZDHK #SuperBowl #LVAD #HeartMonth

February is American Heart Month! More than 3,900 people in the U.S. are waiting for a donor heart. Register your decision to be an organ, eye and tissue donor, and learn more about heart donation and transplantation at DonateLife.net. ❤️ #DonateLife #HeartMonth