Pediatric Kidney Transplantation at Memorial Transplant Institute: Why Choose Us?

Based at Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital in Hollywood, Florida, our pediatric transplant team provides outstanding care that's tailored to every child and family.

We offer:

• Transplant expertise: Our surgical and medical teams have a combined 30 years of experience performing kidney transplant surgeries. Our specialists have a breadth of knowledge that comes from developing, building and maintaining successful transplant programs — and we were the first in Broward County to offer specialized heart and kidney transplants to both children and adults.
• Team approach: Our pediatric kidney transplant care team includes dietitians, social workers and pharmacists as well as child life specialists who address the emotional needs of children. This diverse team works together to address every aspect of your child's transplant care. Meet our kidney transplant team.
• Exceptional care, close to home: We offer the people of Broward County and beyond high-quality, personalized kidney transplant care — without the hassle of extensive travel. While the organ transplantation process can seem overwhelming, our compassionate and skilled team guides you every step of the way, from the initial evaluation process to lifelong follow-up care. Learn more about the kidney transplant process.
• Care for your entire life: We develop lifelong relationships with our patients, and we treat you like family. Because our team cares for both children and adults, we’re able to spend significant time helping patients transition from pediatric to adult specialists.
• Convenience: There's no need to navigate different locations or buildings. When you choose Memorial Transplant Institute, you get all of your transplant care in one convenient location and see multiple specialists in one visit.
• Pediatric services: Pediatric dialysis social workers and child life specialists use play, pets and music to connect with children and help minimize the psychological impact of a serious medical condition or hospital stay. A teacher from Broward County Public Schools is available to help children work through extended school absences. Young patients also benefit from our playground as well as kid-friendly meals upon request.