Hume-Lee Transplant Center

The Hume-Lee Transplant Center, part of the VCU Health system, is a leading organ transplantation facility based in Richmond, Virginia. Founded in 1964, it is recognized as one of the oldest and most experienced transplant programs in the United States. The center specializes in a wide range of procedures, including kidney, liver, pancreas, and heart transplants, as well as advanced islet cell transplantation. Hume-Lee is distinguished by its robust living donor program and its commitment to clinical research and surgical innovation. It provides comprehensive, multidisciplinary care for patients with end-stage organ failure, from initial evaluation through long-term post-transplant follow-up. The center's legacy of excellence is built on a foundation of pioneering surgical techniques and a patient-centered approach to complex medical care.