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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
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Lung Transplant · Tennessee
Data Insight
Vanderbilt University Medical Center's lung transplant program is one of 65 lung programs tracked by the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients (SRTR) in the November 2025 Program-Specific Report cohort. The center is located in Tennessee and reports under SRTR center code TNVU. 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 94.5% and a 3-year rate of 80.1%, compared with a national risk-adjusted benchmark of 89.6% at 1 year. The program performed approximately 157 lung transplants during the reporting window. An estimated 7 candidates sit on this program's waiting list, though time-to-transplant depends heavily on OPTN allocation rules for lung, blood type, medical urgency, and geography.
Among the 65 lung transplant programs reporting to SRTR for this cohort, Vanderbilt University Medical Center ranks #7 by 1-year graft survival, placing the center 4.8 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: #7 of 65 reporting centers
Other Lung Programs
Top-ranked peer programs by 1-year graft survival rate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the lung transplant survival rate at Vanderbilt University Medical Center?
According to SRTR data from November 2025, Vanderbilt University Medical Center reports a 1-year graft survival rate of 94.5% for lung transplants, compared to a national average of 89.6%. The 3-year survival rate is 80.1%. Survival rates are risk-adjusted estimates and may not predict individual outcomes.
How many lung transplants does Vanderbilt University Medical Center perform?
Vanderbilt University Medical Center performed approximately 157 lung 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 lung transplant waiting list at Vanderbilt University Medical Center?
According to the latest SRTR data, approximately 7 patients are on the lung transplant waiting list at Vanderbilt 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 Vanderbilt University Medical Center rank nationally for lung transplants?
Vanderbilt University Medical Center ranks #7 out of 65 reporting lung transplant centers nationally by 1-year graft survival rate. The center's rate is 4.8 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 Vanderbilt University Medical Center for a lung transplant?
Beyond survival statistics, important factors include the center's experience with lung 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 Vanderbilt 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 Vanderbilt University Medical Center. srtr.org
- OPTN lung 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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