Total Transplants
1747
across all organ programs
This data is for informational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult your transplant team for decisions about your care.
Transplant Center
Duke University Hospital
North Carolina
Organ Programs
7
Kidney, Liver +5
Best 1-yr Survival
100.0%
Intestine
Total Waitlist
928
patients across all programs
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
Duke University Hospital
Open-data reference.
North Carolina · Code: NCDU
Data Insight
Duke University Hospital is a transplant program in North Carolina (SRTR center code NCDU). According to SRTR Program-Specific Reports from November 2025, the center operates 7 distinct organ programs — Kidney, Liver, Heart, Lung, Kidney-Pancreas, Pancreas, Intestine. Each program is independently evaluated by the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients using risk-adjusted survival estimates, so performance on one organ does not imply performance on another.
Across all programs, the center reported approximately 1,747 transplant procedures during the most recent SRTR reporting cohort. An estimated 928 candidates sit on this center's combined waiting lists, though allocation is driven by OPTN policy (blood type, medical urgency, geography, organ-specific criteria) rather than list position alone. The strongest 1-year graft survival rate at this center is 100.0% for intestine transplants, versus a risk-adjusted national benchmark of 76.3%.
3 of this center's 7 reporting programs meet or exceed the national 1-year graft survival benchmark. SRTR excludes programs below statistical volume thresholds, so some organs may show limited data. Use the table below to compare each organ program's survival, volume, and waitlist against national averages. This information is factual and does not constitute medical advice.
Wait Time by Organ Type
National median wait times from listing to transplant. Individual wait times vary by blood type, urgency, and geographic allocation region.
Median wait time (days) by organ on the national transplant waiting list. Source: OPTN/SRTR national data — individual wait times vary by blood type, urgency, and UNOS region.
Programs Above Avg
3/7
at or above national 1yr survival
Survival vs National 100.0%
Best: 100.0% (Intestine)
Based on SRTR Program-Specific Reports (November 2025), Duke University Hospital in North Carolina operates 7 transplant programs covering Kidney, Liver, Heart, Lung, Kidney-Pancreas, Pancreas, Intestine. The center performed approximately 1,747 transplants during the most recent reporting period. There are currently an estimated 928 patients on its combined waiting lists.
3 of 7 organ programs at this center report 1-year graft survival rates at or above the national average, according to SRTR risk-adjusted estimates. Outcomes may vary based on individual patient factors, and survival statistics alone do not determine the quality of a transplant program. Patients are encouraged to discuss these figures with their transplant team.
Transplant Programs
Source: Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients (SRTR) Program-Specific Reports (CSRS 2511) · November 2025
| Organ | 1-yr Survival | 3-yr Survival | US Avg | Transplants | Waitlist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kidney | 94.5% -0.6 | 88.7% | 95.0% | 933 | 854 |
| Liver | 94.3% +1.9 | 87.0% | 92.4% | 361 | 38 |
| Heart | 84.6% -0.9 | 60.0% | 85.5% | 7 | 1 |
| Lung | 82.1% -7.6 | 68.4% | 89.6% | 388 | 3 |
| Kidney-Pancreas | 96.6% +1.6 | 78.9% | 94.9% | 43 | 13 |
| Pancreas | N/A | N/A | N/A | 8 | 9 |
| Intestine | 100.0% +23.7 | 100.0% | 76.3% | 7 | 10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the survival rates at Duke University Hospital?
Based on SRTR data from November 2025, Duke University Hospital reports a 1-year graft survival rate of 100.0% for intestine transplants, compared to a national average of 76.3%. Survival rates vary by organ type and may not predict individual outcomes. Discuss these statistics with your transplant team for guidance specific to your situation.
How long is the waiting list at Duke University Hospital?
According to the latest SRTR data, Duke University Hospital has approximately 928 patients on its combined transplant waiting lists across 7 organ programs. Wait times depend on many factors including organ type, blood type, medical urgency, and geographic allocation policies. Your transplant center can provide an estimated timeline based on your specific circumstances.
Which organs does Duke University Hospital transplant?
Duke University Hospital offers transplant programs for Kidney, Liver, Heart, Lung, Kidney-Pancreas, Pancreas, Intestine. Each program is independently evaluated by SRTR with its own survival rate data and volume statistics. Not all centers offer the same organ programs, so availability is an important factor when choosing a transplant center.
How does Duke University Hospital compare to other transplant centers nationally?
Duke University Hospital has 3 of 7 organ programs performing at or above the national average 1-year graft survival rate. National rankings are based on SRTR risk-adjusted survival estimates and exclude centers with insufficient case volume. Rankings reflect statistical outcomes over a reporting period and should be considered alongside patient-specific factors such as geographic proximity, organ availability, and clinical expertise.
What factors should I consider when choosing Duke University Hospital for transplant?
When evaluating Duke University Hospital or any transplant center, consider multiple factors beyond survival statistics: the center's experience with your specific organ type, geographic proximity (which affects organ allocation timing), your insurance coverage, the multidisciplinary team's expertise, post-transplant follow-up capabilities, and the center's patient volume. SRTR data provides one lens, but the OPTN recommends discussing all options with your referring physician and potential transplant teams.
How often is the transplant data for Duke University Hospital updated?
The data shown here comes from SRTR Program-Specific Reports released in November 2025 as part of the Collaborative Silo-Reservoir Study (CSRS). SRTR publishes updated program-specific reports approximately twice per year (typically May and November). Each release includes the most recent cohort data, which may lag by 6-18 months due to follow-up requirements for survival outcomes.
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Data Sources
- SRTR Program-Specific Reports (November 2025 release) — center-level survival rates, volume, and waitlist figures for Duke University Hospital. srtr.org
- OPTN allocation policy library — organ-specific allocation rules referenced in program narratives. optn.transplant.hrsa.gov
About This Data
This data is for informational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult your transplant team for decisions about your care.
Source: Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients (SRTR) Program-Specific Reports (CSRS 2511) · November 2025 Survival rates are 1-year graft survival estimates for adult recipients.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
All federal data sources used on this page
- HRSA Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) — federal organ transplant database. optn.transplant.hrsa.gov
- UNOS — United Network for Organ Sharing — national transplant policy and waitlist data. unos.org/data
- SRTR — Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients — center-level outcomes. srtr.org
- CMS Medicare Transplant Center Certifications — federal certification requirements. cms.gov/Medicare/Transplant
- HHS Healthcare Cost and Utilization Project (HCUP) — transplant-procedure utilization data. hcup-us.ahrq.gov
- CDC National Vital Statistics System (NVSS) — mortality context for waitlist/post-transplant outcomes. cdc.gov/nchs/nvss