News
Read the latest news releases and articles from the Organ Procurement & Transplantation Network below:
OPTN Modernization
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
HRSA launched the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) Modernization Initiative to better serve the needs of patients and families.
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Volunteers sought for open positions on OPTN Committees
Friday, August 1, 2025
Starting today through August 20, 2025 and beginning their term on October 1, 2025.
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Dates announced for public comment period
Thursday, July 31, 2025
Public comment will begin Aug. 27 and run through Oct. 1.
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Regional election for Associate Region 10 Councillor
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
OPTN now accepting applications for the upcoming regional election for the Region 10 Associate Councillor.
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Special Election Update: Announcing the winners of the OPTN Runoff Election and Election of Board Officers
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Following the conclusion of the national election.
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From the MPSC: Best practices for utilizing donor screening criteria and other recommendations
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
A message from MPSC Chair Clifford Miles, M.D.
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Special Election Update: Vote now in the OPTN Runoff Election and Election of Board Officers
Friday, June 20, 2025
Voting will remain open until Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. ET.
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Special Election Runoff and Officer Election: June 20-26
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
The national ballot will also include officer positions from among the members of the newly elected Board of Directors.
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OPTN Board approves policy to expand access for individuals living with HIV, modifies guidance for pediatric heart exception requests
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Action ensures patient safety is maintained while access expands for individuals living with HIV.
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OPTN Special Election Ratification Update
Monday, June 9, 2025
The OPTN Board of Directors voted not to ratify the results of the June 4, 2025, OPTN special election.
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New OPTN Board Members and Associate Regional Councillors elected for 2025
Thursday, June 5, 2025
Announcing the election of a new 34-member OPTN Board of Directors.
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