Lung Transplant Patient Information

Patient Information and Resources We understand that dealing with life-threatening lung disease is very challenging. Patients who are better informed tend to deal with post-transplant demands more successfully. Knowledge is empowering and demystifying for both patients and their caregivers. Patient Stories Hear from Inova patients about their transplant experiences Support Groups Heart & Lung Transplant, VAD/Artificial Heart Support and Education Group The group meets the first Tuesday of every month from 1 to 2 p.m. via Zoom. Topics include pulmonary and cardiac rehab, post-transplant care, living with a transplant, waiting for a transplant, infectious disease and more. Please contact us at 703-776-8027 or email Elizabeth Davies Wellborn, elizabeth.davies2@inova.org to receive the Zoom invite. 2023 Support Group Dates and Topics See all Inova Lung Support & Education Groups Websites International Society for Heart and Lung Transplant New Lungs Second Wind Lung Transplant Association, Inc. Transplant Buddies: an interactive Web site for all organ transplant families, professionals, etc. Transplant Recipients International Organization United Network for Organ Sharing Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients (SRTR) WRTC – Washington Regional Transplant Community