My transplant was 15 years ago at Mayo Rochester, I remember all (or most) of the questions and concerns that I had when I was a pre- transplant patient 15 years ago - because each and every new patient has the same questions and concerns. I never get tired of meeting and sharing information that I feel might be helpful.
Liver allocation is a complex process, and MELD score is just one of the variables doctors use to determine who receives the next available liver. Here is an article that was posted on the Mayo Connect Transplant Newsfeed Blog
- Liver Transplantation: Understanding the MELD Score
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/blog/transplant/newsfeed-post/liver-transplantation-understanding-the-meld-score/
I have been busy with a broken wrist recovery and occupational therapy. I'm trying to get caught up with all of you. My transplanted liver and kidney are happy, and that makes me and my doctors happy, too. How about you?
@mkhogan, You have a great memory! As I read your summary of the pre-transplant time, I could easily visualize each step in the process from my pre-transplant experience 15 years ago. When patients like you share, everyone benefits.

@yeknich, Welcome to Connect! How long ago was your liver transplant? How are you doing?

@lonnecka, Have you been to Mayo for your evaluation?

@glover, Dave, You are already 6 months out from liver transplant! How are you getting along with adjusting to your new normal? Do you have any questions that I can help you with?

@jamesduaiswamy, It's been a while since I've seen any update. How are you doing these days?

Hi, @parrot53. What's happening in your liver world?

Pull up a chair. Lets talk!