World Cancer Day: Jess Finds Hope and Gratitude Through Advanced Cancer

Jess Thornton was vigilant about getting her cancer screenings. With a family history of breast cancer, she got breast imaging annually. In July 2024, a few…

UF Health transplant specialties again rank among nation’s best

January 26, 2026

Rankings are based on data recently released from the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients

UF researchers ‘rewriting organ biology’ with revolutionary transplant technology

August 14, 2025

Think of CasNx’s game-changing research as a dishwasher for human organs on deck for transplants. Looking like an oversized crockpot, the pump that keeps…

UF Health Shands liver and lung transplant programs top in the nation

July 10, 2025

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – According to ratings by the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients, released Tuesday evening, choosing UF Health for a liver…

Innovative Incisions: At UF Health, Precision Medicine and AI Advance Transplantation

When it comes to transplant quality, the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients has consistently evaluated UF Health Shands Hospital as a top destination…

New report recommends liver screening for those with Type 2 diabetes

June 25, 2025

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Anyone with diabetes quickly learns the importance of controlling their blood sugar to ensure their eyes, kidneys, heart and peripheral…

UF Health transplant programs No. 1 in Florida, top 10 in the U.S.

January 28, 2025

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — UF Health’s liver, kidney, and lung transplant programs are once again ranked as the best in Florida and remain among the country’s best,…

Watch: UF Health Transplant Team, Florida Recovery Center Turn Liza’s Shame to Hope

Between unprocessed trauma and physical ailments, Liza faced depression and anxiety, turning to alcohol as a way to self-medicate. As her addiction progressed,…

UF Health liver, kidney and lung transplant programs top in Florida, in U.S. top 5

July 24, 2024

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — UF Health’s lung, liver, and kidney transplant programs are the state’s best and in the top 5 nationwide. Every six months, the Scientific…

A Hero With Wings

As we celebrate Donate Life Month, we shine a light on Jessica Turnbough, who was inspired by an organ donation that saved her childhood friend’s life.