Lung Transplant

Overview

A lung transplant is a surgical procedure to replace one or both diseased or failing lungs with one or two healthy lungs, usually from a deceased donor. A lung transplant may also involve replacing your heart. Lung transplant is offered at Mayo Clinic campuses in Jacksonville, Fla., and Rochester, Minn.

Why choose Mayo Clinic

• Experience. Mayo Clinic has performed well over 400 lung transplants since the lung transplant program began in 1990.
• Full range of treatments. Besides lung transplant, Mayo Clinic specialists also offer other treatment options for lung failure conditions and individualize the treatment strategy to each person's needs.
• Team approach. Mayo Clinic experts from various specialties work as a team to develop the best plan of care for you. Your team will take time to listen to your questions and concerns and provide comprehensive care, which includes nutritional, social, financial and spiritual issues.
• Continuity of care. Mayo Clinic professionals follow you before, during and after your transplant, to ensure the best results and quality of care.
• Patient satisfaction. People say they highly value the quality of care received at Mayo Clinic, such as access to the transplant team, coordinated care and follow-up care, including collaboration with their local doctor.
• Supportive environment. You and your family can take advantage of special housing for transplant recipients as well as support groups in each of our communities.

Read more about lung transplantation at MayoClinic.com.