Christiana Care offers the only adult kidney transplant program in Delaware. Our expert team helps y
Our expert team of doctors and nurses works with you and your family to restore your health and transform your life. With our locations in northern and southern Delaware, you can be confident that your health care team is close at hand as you prepare for your surgery and to start your new life. Call 302-623-3866 for more information, or
ask our Transplant Team a question online.
01/15/2026
Congratulations to our Clinical Supervisor for Kidney Transplant, Clare Shumate, RN, BSN on her recent DAISY Nurse Leader Award!
Clare works hard to coordinate patient care and provide exceptional care to each of our patients! Congratulations Clare!
01/14/2026
Planning a party for the big game in February? Check out these kidney-friendly finger food options!
Get ready for some finger-lickin' and kidney-friendly foods for Super Bowl® XLIX. Build a flavorful menu with our list of recipes, ranging from Buffalo Wings and Island Shrimp Slaw to Sweet 'n' Sour Meatballs and Wonton Quiche Minis. These yummy recipes are perfect for an afternoon of watching the ...
01/12/2026
Happy National Pharmacist Day!
We are so grateful to have Nadia on our team to help our patients navigate their recommended medicines, monitor for unwanted side effects, and identify potential drug interactions. She also provides education to patients on how to organize and take medications to prevent kidney rejection.
01/06/2026
January is National Blood Donor Month!
While patients on the transplant list cannot donate, their friends and family can! Consider donating blood today!
01/03/2026
Get ready for the Donor Games!
First up is the Bench Toes to Bar Workout. Athletes must submit their full workout video at any time during the competition window: from January 22 to January 28, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET.
Learn more today!
The Bench & Toes-to-Bar workout is a 3-rep max bench press followed by max reps consecutive toes-to-bar. The score is the sum of the ranking for each workout. The winner will have the lowest combined rank. Workout Rules To be considered for the podium and cash prizes, all competitors in the Bench &....
01/01/2026
Wishing you a great 2026!
12/29/2025
The new year is a great time to review your health!
Happy Kwanzaa! We celebrate the dedication to culture and the pursuit of community well-being. May your seven days be filled with Umoja, Kujichagulia, and the bright light of hope.
12/25/2025
The greatest gift under the tree is time together. We are deeply grateful to help so many patients return home to their families healthy and happy for the holidays. May your Christmas gatherings be filled with warmth, laughter, and cherished togetherness.
12/23/2025
We are so excited to announce our door decorating contest winner!
12/22/2025
A living donor transplant is a procedure where a kidney is removed from a healthy donor and is surgically implanted in a recipient with kidney failure.
The living donor can be anyone healthy enough to donate. It can be a family member, spouse, or friend. Living donor kidneys can also come from strangers who want to help someone in need of a kidney.
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Why Choose the Kidney Transplant Program at Christiana Care?
Each year, more than 1,000 patients rely on Christiana Care’s expert team of doctors and nurses for complete kidney transplant care. This includes:
Kidney transplant evaluation
You will receive an initial evaluation and comprehensive testing to assess your overall health. You will also have the opportunity to meet with several of our team members. Our team works as a committee to determine if you are a good candidate for the kidney transplant list.
Wait list care
Once you are on the wait list, we will connect with you monthly to check on any changes to your health status and any results you receive from outside tests (cardiology tests, CT scans, etc.). We encourage proactive communication.
Surgery and after-transplant care
Our team ensures you receive the best possible care throughout the entire process—even after your surgery. You will be discharged only after you have regained your strength and your health is stable; most patients stay in the hospital up to five days. We also want you to feel comfortable and confident about taking care of yourself before you go home. When you return home, we are available to provide additional information, answer your questions, and help with follow-up care.
Living kidney donation
In addition, we serve those who wish to give the gift of life through living kidney donation. Recipients with a living donor have the best outcomes, and a living donor can be anyone healthy enough to donate. If you would like to be evaluated as a potential living donor, contact us to get the process started.
Whether you are a patient or living donor, we are here to serve you. Connect with us today.
Kidney Transplant Program at Christiana Care
302.623.3866