Kidney transplantation is an important life-saving option available to patients with end-stage renal disease.  The procedure offers patients a normal lifestyle free from kidney dialysis, EPO injections and blood transfusions. Kidney transplant patients also have fewer dietary restrictions and enjoy an enhanced feeling of well-being.

The Transplant Services department at Mercy Medical Center – Des Moines was established in 1986 and is one of the most experienced programs in central Iowa, producing outstanding results in the field of transplantation.

Mercy Transplant Services combines compassionate medical care with the latest in surgery and technology.  Each transplant patient receives one-on-one care during each stage – from pre-transplant evaluation to post-transplant follow-up.

Continuity of care is maintained by nurse specialists who coordinate everyday patient care throughout the transplant process. Support services for patients and their families include a nutritionist, social workers, and chaplains.  There will be many people involved in a single transplant, but our entire transplant team has one common goal: successful transplantation.

For patients requiring dialysis treatment, a dialysis unit on the Transplant Services nursing floor allows convenient access.