Pediatric kidney transplant | Treatments

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Pediatric Kidney Transplant

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Support for kids in chronic kidney failure

We know that transplant is a big experience for kids and their families, so we embrace every little opportunity to create smiles.

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After a nearly two year stay at American Family Children's Hospital, Kingston was able to undergo a kidney transplant. His nurses and the pediatric transplant team were with him and his dad nearly every step of the way.

The kidney transplant process for children

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Lyla receives donated kidney from her preschool teacher

Kidney transplant saves Jara's life

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Kingston's kidney transplant journey

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Charlie Van Swol pediatric kidney transplant

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Annika Wyant pediatric kidney transplant

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Mom gives baby her own kidney to save his life

Our pediatric experts have served the special needs of children for more than 100 years. We focus on each child’s unique needs and offer social and emotional support to help you and your child face even the most complex condition. Our long history includes the creation of medical advances that save lives around the world. Together, we get your child back to health and enjoying being a kid. 

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Few medical centers have performed kidney transplants on kids for more than half a century. With a long track record of outstanding outcomes and short wait times, our team of UW Health Kids Kidney Transplant surgeons and specialists are here for your child.

Creating new possibilities for more than 55 years

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Pediatric kidney transplant: Creating new possibilities for more than 55 years

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