VCU Health Hume-Lee Transplant Center

As we reflect on an extraordinary 2025, we’re proud to celebrate a year of innovation, growth, and life-saving impact at Hume-Lee! Thanks to all who made it a year of hope, healing, and possibility. Together, we continue transforming lives—one transplant at a time. 💙 @VCUHealth

VCU physician-researcher Patricia Sime makes patients her partners as she expands knowledge and treatment of the lung condition. bit.ly/4f0JRro

This Memorial Day, we take a moment to honor and remember the courageous men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to others. 🇺🇸🤍

During EMS Week, we’re revisiting the powerful story of two VCU Center for Trauma and Critical Care Education paramedics who go beyond teaching lifesaving care—they've lived it. Read their story: bit.ly/43nVyRn

10-year-old Keegan is now pain free thanks to the synergy between surgeons from CHoR and @VCUHealth Hume-Lee Transplant Center in a rare operation called total pancreatectomy with islet cell autotransplantation (TP-IAT). Read the full story ⬇️ bit.ly/4nI343n

Our Heart‑a‑versary was an evening of care, connection and the strength of survivorship. We were especially moved by a testimonial from LVAD patient Trent and his son, Sgt. Trendavius Henderson, a recent heart transplant recipient (photo 2). Learn more: bit.ly/3RICcEf

VCU Health’s community impact report highlights how the academic health system is meeting patients where they are through service, research and education. bit.ly/4901h3w

At the Heart of Health: VCU Health CEO takes a paws-on approach to leadership as a therapy dog volunteer. bit.ly/4tUxotb 🐶

During Women’s Health Week, we’re honoring the power of connection and selfless care. Rachel gave Janet the ultimate gift by becoming a living liver donor and changing her life forever. Read more: bit.ly/42ys9nB 💙💚 #WomensHealthWeek #TransplantCare #LivingDonation

Celebrating Hospital Week and the people behind the care. Karen and Sarah from our kidney transplant team joined “Sweet Surprises & Snack Delights”—one of many moments recognizing incredible work across VCU Health. #HospitalWeek #VCUHealth #TransplantCare #HealthcareHeroes 💙💚

VCU Health honors the positive impact our team members make on the communities they serve. bit.ly/4u4daxL 💛 🏥 Video by Will Sidaros, Enterprise Marketing and Communications

One year ago, our revived lung transplant program gave Ty the chance to celebrate another birthday—and a new chapter of life. Read Ty's story: bit.ly/4oUZxPp ❤️❤️ #LungTransplant #SecondChances #TransplantCare

Two mothers. One shared journey. This Mother’s Day, we’re honoring Mary and Janell—whose heart transplant experiences brought them together and led to a lasting friendship. Read their story: bit.ly/3kqYNoJ 💙💚❤️ #MothersDay #TransplantCare #SecondChances

A-rated hospitals make patient safety a priority. Here’s how VCU Health ensures patients are protected during their most vulnerable moments. bit.ly/3R73i7M

Happy Nurses Week! Thank you to all nurses for your dedication to saving and healing others. Thank all of the awesome nurses in your life today! 💙💚 #DonateLife #NursesWeek @VCUHealth

VCU Medical Center’s 12th Street Parking Deck has permanently closed and moved to a new dedicated parking area. Here’s what you need to know. Complete details: bit.ly/3PDk79X @VCUParking 🚗

After being diagnosed with end‑stage kidney failure, Kevin Key’s life revolved around dialysis—until his sister‑in‑law made the life‑changing decision to become a living donor. Read his story: bit.ly/4cGstXj #DonateLife #LivingDonation #DonateLifeMonth @VCUHealth

Today is Donor Remembrance Day. The donation and transplant community is coming together today to honor and celebrate the donor heroes who have given the gift of life through organ, eye and tissue donation. 💙💚 For more info visit aopo.org/donor-remembra… @AOPOhq #DonateLife

Happy Lab Week! Our team specializes in antibody detection and compatibility testing to match organ donors for both solid organ and bone marrow transplant. Your unwavering commitment drives improved health outcomes every day. #DonateLife #LabWeek💙💚 @VCUHealth

Considering living donation or know someone who is? Robotic surgery is changing what’s possible for donors. See how innovation at Hume‑Lee is supporting living donors every step of the way. Learn more: ▶️ youtu.be/_LLbI_uiDLs 💙💚 #DonateLife #LivingDonation

During Volunteer Appreciation Week we thank all of the incredible volunteers who support and promote the Donate Life cause! 💙💚❤️ Find out how you can join the Donate Life community and get involved locally at DonateLife.net #VolunteerAppreciationWeek #DonateLife