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Ohio State University Medical Center
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Heart Transplant · Ohio
Data Insight
Ohio State University Medical Center's heart transplant program is one of 26 heart programs tracked by the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients (SRTR) in the November 2025 Program-Specific Report cohort. The center is located in Ohio and reports under SRTR center code OHOU. These program-level statistics are risk-adjusted for recipient and donor characteristics, which means survival estimates account for factors such as age, diagnosis, and prior medical history rather than comparing raw outcomes.
For the current cohort, this program reports a 1-year graft survival rate of 100.0% and a 3-year rate of 100.0%, compared with a national risk-adjusted benchmark of 85.5% at 1 year. The program performed approximately 1 heart transplant during the reporting window. An estimated 0 candidates sit on this program's waiting list, though time-to-transplant depends heavily on OPTN allocation rules for heart, blood type, medical urgency, and geography.
Among the 26 heart transplant programs reporting to SRTR for this cohort, Ohio State University Medical Center ranks #6 by 1-year graft survival, placing the center 14.5 percentage points above the national benchmark. SRTR releases updated Program-Specific Reports approximately twice yearly (typically May and November), and each release incorporates a rolling cohort that may lag by 6-18 months because survival outcomes require follow-up. This page reflects the November 2025 release and is not medical advice — discuss these figures with a qualified transplant team in the context of your individual health status.
National Ranking
By 1-year graft survival rate: #6 of 26 reporting centers
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the heart transplant survival rate at Ohio State University Medical Center?
According to SRTR data from November 2025, Ohio State University Medical Center reports a 1-year graft survival rate of 100.0% for heart transplants, compared to a national average of 85.5%. The 3-year survival rate is 100.0%. Survival rates are risk-adjusted estimates and may not predict individual outcomes.
How many heart transplants does Ohio State University Medical Center perform?
Ohio State University Medical Center performed approximately 1 heart transplants during the most recent SRTR reporting period. Higher transplant volume is often associated with greater center experience, though volume alone does not determine outcomes. The OPTN recommends considering multiple factors when evaluating a transplant center.
How long is the heart transplant waiting list at Ohio State University Medical Center?
According to the latest SRTR data, approximately 0 patients are on the heart transplant waiting list at Ohio State University Medical Center. Wait times depend on factors including blood type, medical urgency, body size, geographic region, and organ allocation policies set by OPTN/UNOS. Your transplant team can provide a personalized estimate.
How does Ohio State University Medical Center rank nationally for heart transplants?
Ohio State University Medical Center ranks #6 out of 26 reporting heart transplant centers nationally by 1-year graft survival rate. The center's rate is 14.5 percentage points above the national average. Rankings are based on SRTR risk-adjusted estimates and exclude centers with insufficient case volume for statistical reliability.
What should I consider before choosing Ohio State University Medical Center for a heart transplant?
Beyond survival statistics, important factors include the center's experience with heart transplants, geographic proximity (which affects organ allocation timing through OPTN distribution policies), your insurance network, the multidisciplinary team's expertise, post-transplant follow-up logistics, and the availability of living donor programs if applicable. Discuss all options with your referring physician and the transplant team at Ohio State University Medical Center.
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Data Sources
- SRTR Program-Specific Reports (November 2025 release) — program-level survival rates, transplant volume, and waitlist size for Ohio State University Medical Center. srtr.org
- OPTN heart allocation policy — organ-specific allocation rules referenced in this page's narrative. 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: SRTR Program-Specific Reports, November 2025 SRTR Program-Specific Reports, November 2025 Rankings exclude centers with insufficient case volume for statistical reporting
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