WELCOME
Dear Colleagues ,
The past year has been marked by a gradual emergence from the pandemic , but it ’ s also been one of pioneering developments in transplantation . As you read through the pages of this annual report , you will see themes of innovation and stories of engagement and patient-centered care . We highlight our remarkable achievements in xenotransplantation , the miracle of uterus transplantation , and the ongoing commitment of faculty and staff to expanding organ access and shaping the field of transplantation .
As always , patients remain at the center of all we do . Our goal is to combine the highest quality of care with the latest advances in technology and techniques – supported by world-class research – to deliver lifesaving services to those entrusted to our care . It is this dedication that drives the UAB Comprehensive Transplant Institute ’ s pursuit of excellence and our mission to move medicine forward .
We are grateful for the continued opportunity to serve our patients and community , and we look forward to raising the bar higher still in 2023 .
Jayme E . Locke , MD , MPH , FACS , FAST Director , UAB Comprehensive Transplant Institute
Martha Tankersley , MSN , RN Transplant Administrator , UAB Comprehensive Transplant Institute