Traveling to Utah for kidney or liver transplant care

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Plan your transplant journey to Utah with expert support

Patients across the western U.S. choose Intermountain Medical Center in Murray, UT when traveling to Utah for kidney and liver transplants. Our team simplifies every step—so you can focus on healing, not logistics. Whether pursuing a transplant or considering kidney donation or liver donation, we provide coordinated care, expert guidance, and support for recipients and donors.

Why travel to Intermountain for transplant care

Intermountain Medical Center offers nationally recognized transplant expertise, coordinated travel support, and strong outcomes to help patients access life-saving kidney and liver transplants sooner.

Faster access to transplant

Shorter wait times may help patients receive a life-saving kidney or liver transplant sooner.

Nationally recognized outcomes

Our programs deliver strong results for living donor liver transplant, partial liver donation, and excellent outcomes for every kidney donor.

Full travel coordination

From housing to follow-up, we manage logistics for patients traveling to Utah for kidney and liver transplant, including kidney donation and living liver donation journeys.

What to expect after your transplant

After your transplant, your care team will guide you through every stage of recovery—from your stay near the hospital to traveling home and continuing care. You’ll have ongoing support to help ensure a safe recovery and smooth transition back home.

During your stay near the hospital

We help you find comfortable, convenient housing during your stay in Utah. Options may include transplant housing programs, discounted hotels, or extended-stay accommodations. Most patients stay near the hospital for about 30 days after surgery with a caregiver to support recovery and monitoring.

Traveling after your transplant

Most patients can travel after transplant once cleared by their care team. Many remain within one hour of the hospital for about 30 days before returning home, depending on recovery. Follow safety guidance, including:

  • Wearing a mask in crowded areas
  • Practicing good hand hygiene
  • Keeping medications in your carry-on
  • Staying hydrated and moving during travel
  • Following your medication schedule closely

Continuing care after you leave Utah

Your care continues even after you return home. We coordinate closely with your local providers and offer outreach clinics to reduce the need for travel. Support includes:

  • Ongoing transplant team coordination
  • Follow-up with providers near you
  • Local testing and outreach clinics
  • Continued support for both recipients and donors
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Focus on your healing, let us manage the details

Your transplant coordinator manages the details of your care and travel—so you don’t have to. From planning when to come to Utah to arranging housing, transportation, and follow-up, our team supports you and your family every step of the way. You’ll have a dedicated expert guiding your journey, answering questions, and making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Your transplant coordinator will take care of:

  • Timing your travel to Utah based on your care plan
  • Coordinating your stay near the hospital during treatment and recovery
  • Arranging housing for you and your caregiver
  • Helping organize transportation and support services
  • Guiding living donor evaluation and planning, if needed

Let us guide you. Our team supports patients traveling for kidney and liver transplants to Utah—from evaluation through recovery and beyond.

Talk to a transplant coordinator: 801-507-3380
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Living donation and transplant options

We offer comprehensive programs for both transplant recipients and living donors, with support every step of the way. Our services inclde:

  • Kidney donation evaluation and support
  • Living kidney donor programs
  • Liver donation evaluation and education
  • Living donor liver transplant procedures
  • Partial liver donation options
  • Ongoing donor and recipient care

Kidney and liver transplant travel FAQs

Answers to common questions about traveling to Utah for transplant care, including timing, housing, and recovery.

No. Most patients stay temporarily near the hospital for surgery and recovery, then return home. Your care team will continue to support you remotely and coordinate local follow-up care.
Yes. A caregiver is required during recovery and can stay with you in approved housing. Your coordinator will help arrange options that meet your needs.
If an organ becomes available, you may need to travel quickly. Your transplant team will help you prepare in advance so you are ready when the time comes.
Most patients remain near the hospital for about 30 days after surgery. Your exact timeline will depend on your recovery and lab results.
Yes. Outreach clinics and coordination with local providers help minimize travel. Some evaluations and follow-up care can be completed closer to home.