How long is the wait for kidney transplant in Kentucky?

There are only two transplant Centers in Kentucky that perform adult kidney transplants: Jewish Hospital and Univ of Kentucky Med Ctr.

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Transplant Center Wait time forecast (months) Patients on waiting list 2024 deceased-donor transplants Learn More
Jewish Hospital 40 284 73
Insights 38.2556928 -85.751283
Univ of Kentucky Med Ctr 60 575 81
Insights 38.0328237 -84.5067424
Based on OPTN data as of May 19, 2026.
Wait Time:
Insights 41.5993157 -83.6295222

Wait Times:

Less than 2 years
2 to 3 years
Over 3 years

Beyond the state line

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