Lung Transplant Education & Resources

Please call the Transplant Institute at 210-567-5777 for more information.

Find support services and resources about lung disease and the transplantation process. Let University Health help you become more knowledgeable.

Lung and Respiratory Care

Learn about lung and respiratory care at University Health. Our complete care and services can diagnose and treat breathing and lung problems.

Lung Transplant Patient Guide

Refer to the Patients Guide to Lung Transplant education booklet that explains your steps to transplantation at University Health.

Social Services

Team up with your transplant social worker for assistance with financial, emotional or social support before and after a transplant. Social services include:

Attaining medical equipment and supplies
Counseling to reduce stress and adjust after transplant recovery
Finding medication assistance programs
Find funding for health care and benefits information
Planning transportation to appointments
Referring you to services in your community and home health

Spiritual Care

Look to the Pastoral Care Services Department at University Health for spiritual support for you and your family.

Support and Mentoring

Connect with other transplant patients through a support group. Or get perspective and real-life experiences from an organ transplant recipient through our mentoring program. Contact your transplant social worker at 210-567-5777 for more information.

Social Media

Check out the University Health Transplant Institute social media spaces to share learning and gain support from others.

University Transplant Institute Patient & Caregivers Facebook group
University Transplant Institute Facebook page

Transplant Patient Endowment Fund

Apply for financial help from the University Health Foundation Transplant Endowment Fund. Talk to your transplant social worker about your eligibility for this fund.