Weill Cornell Kidney & Pancreas Transplant Program

03/02/2026

NKF PEERS is a program where kidney patients, living donors, and care partners can connect over the phone with a trained mentor. Mentors are people who have been there themselves and can help others by sharing their experiences. Get connected at kidney.org/peers today.

02/26/2026

In this episode of 'Voices in Transplantation at Weill Cornell Medicine,' Annie discusses why she became a living kidney donor and why she decided to donate her kidney to a stranger!!!!
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https://youtu.be/GqwXbXP0wf4?si=mf-iXq9Bx7QtPIDq
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In this episode of 'Voices in Transplantation at Weill Cornell Medicine,' Annie discusses why she became a living kidney donor and why she decided to donate ...

02/14/2026

Happy National Donor Day!! Happy Love Day ❤️🩷 !!! Wishing all our living donors a very special MONTH. Your selflessness and heroism should be honored each day! Swipe to read a very sweet message a sister has for her generous brother.
Give love, Give life... learn more by visiting our Living Donor Kidney Center at weillcornelltransplant.org

02/12/2026

Reflecting on 2025, we are proud to share that we are the largest adult living donor kidney transplant program in the New York Tri-State area. For more than 20 years, we have remained a national leader in living donor kidney transplantation—advancing access, expanding opportunities, and delivering exceptional, patient-centered care.
⭐️ Thank you to the patients who place their trust in us during life-changing moments. And to our extraordinary team — , , , and more— your expertise, compassion, and dedication to our mission make this achievement possible. Here’s to continued innovation, collaboration, and impact in the year ahead. ⭐️

Learn more about our Transplant Program here: weillcornelltransplant.org

01/30/2026

“Last year, I donated my kidney to a stranger on my birthday. It is the most consequential thing I have ever done.” Jacob’s journey of choosing to be an incredible, selfless donor is nothing short of inspiring! 💙 is an astonishing act of kindness. 💙 Thank you, Jacob, for your passion in spreading awareness about kidney donation. Read his full story in the bio!

01/29/2026

Our team is honored to participate and speak at the Living Donor Learning Symposium & Education Fair 💙💚
Date: Monday, February 2, 2026
Location: Student Services Building, Room 204
Time: 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
📍Dutchess County Community College
📣To create an informed, compassionate space where personal stories and medical perspectives come together to educate the community about living organ donation and encourage meaningful dialogue and engagement.

01/26/2026

Observed every year on February 14th, National Donor Day is an observance dedicated to raising awareness and educating the public about organ, eye, and tissue donation. 🩷This year, help us spread the love. Please email elb9128@nyp.org to share your living kidney donation story, honor your donor, and inspire others!🩷

01/25/2026

If you live in the New York Tri-State Area, you know we are preparing for 10 to 14 inches of snow on Sunday. If you are a post-transplant or dialysis patient, please review the resources shared by IPRO and the NKF. Please reach out if you need help. Please stay safe out there!

01/12/2026

Start 2026 strong and supported!
You’re invited to our virtual transplant support group, led by the amazing social worker, Laura Bell.

📅 Second Wednesday of every month
⏰ 10:00 a.m.
Register here: ow.ly/ETmc50LTQ0x

Upcoming dates:
Jan 14, 2026 10:00 AM
Feb 11, 2026 10:00 AM
Mar 11, 2026 10:00 AM
Apr 8, 2026 10:00 AM

01/08/2026

Are you looking for reliable information on transplantation, living donation and other kidney-related topics? Look no further than the NKF Kidney Learning Center. https://bit.ly/4pkCmxH

01/08/2026

The new year is the perfect time to reflect on our health habits, including how staying active supports kidney health! Regular physical activity can help people living with chronic kidney disease improve energy levels, maintain muscle strength, support heart health, and better manage weight and blood pressure.

Even moderate movement, like walking or stretching, can make a meaningful difference over time.

At the National Kidney Foundation, we encourage finding safe, sustainable ways to stay active that fit your lifestyle and health needs.

Read more about exercise and the connection to CKD on kidney.org!
https://www.kidney.org/kidney-topics/exercise-and-chronic-kidney-disease

11/09/2025