AHN Abdominal Transplant

02/19/2026

🌟Join us in congratulating Dr. Sureshkumar on this outstanding recognition from the National Kidney Foundation! As our Medical Director of Kidney Transplant, Dr. Kumar’s leadership continues to advance innovation, excellence, and compassionate care for our patients. 👏👏 Amazing work, thank you for all you do!!

We are proud to honor Dr. Kalathil Sureshkumar MD, FRCP, FASN of the Allegheny Health Network with the Medical Achievement Award for his extraordinary leadership, innovation, and lifelong dedication to advancing kidney care. His extensive academic accomplishments have advanced clinical understanding, directly guided patient care, and improved outcomes for patients. Combining a deep passion for kidney health with true compassion for those he serves, Dr. Sureshkumar continues to shape the future of transplant medicine and inspire the kidney community.

𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐰!
http://www.kidney.org/pittsburghhonors

02/10/2026

💝 National Donor Day – February 14th

This Valentine’s Day, we celebrate an act of love that lives on: organ donation.

National Donor Day is dedicated to raising awareness about organ, eye, blood, and tissue donation and honoring the donors and families who make lifesaving transplants possible.

By registering as an organ donor at https://registerme.org/, you can give hope, healing and a second chance at life. 💙💚

Learn more about organ donation and how to get involved at https://donatelifepa.org/ .

02/03/2026

👩‍⚕️Happy National Women Physicians Day! 🩷✨Today we recognize the outstanding women transplant physicians and surgeon in our Abdominal Transplant Department whose expertise and compassion make life-saving transplants possible every day. We are grateful for your leadership and dedication to our patients and donors. 🩺

01/30/2026

🌟PATIENT HIGHLIGHT🌟

Almost nineteen years ago, a father gave his son the gift of life through kidney donation. When that kidney recently failed and placed him back on the transplant waitlist, his family once again stepped forward in the most incredible way.

Just one week ago, his mother became his living kidney donor-continuing a family legacy of love, sacrifice, and hope.

Stories like this remind us that transplantation isn’t just about surgery or medicine - it’s about family, resilience and the extraordinary lengths loved ones will go to for one another. We are honored to be a part of their journey and wish them both continued healing and health.

Shown are a few photos of Tony with both of his kidney donors – his mother, Julie and his father, Denny! 💚🩵

A few words from Julie:
“Feeling so blessed to be able to give Tony a kidney… hope to give someone the strength to donate (even at age 62, it was definitely worth it!)”
“I really think it was our support teams (our transplant teams, our work teams – as we all work for the same company. Our coworkers are running a fundraiser auction as we speak to benefit Tony. Prayers from many, many families, friends, and even strangers. NLDAC, my social worker…etc. Such AWESOME SUPPORT!”

Thank you to our AHN Abdominal Transplant team for making this happy story happen for this wonderful family! ✨

01/22/2026

🌟We are excited to announce two key leadership designations within our abdominal transplant program. 🌟

Lorenzo Machado, MD has been named Surgical Director, Liver Transplant and Hepatobiliary Surgery. Dr. Machado has played an integral role in advancing our liver transplant program, bringing innovative techniques and strategic vision that continue to strengthen patient care, education, and operations.

Thomas Murickan, MD has been appointed Surgical Director, Kidney and Pancreas Transplant. Dr. Murickan has been introducing new approaches to the utilization of extended criteria donors and has dedicated his efforts to patients with end-stage renal disease.

🎉Please join us in congratulating Dr. Machado and Dr. Murickan on these well-deserved roles as they continue to lead and advance transplant care for our patients and community. 👏🎊

01/15/2026

Calling all Pittsburgh Penguin fans! 🏒 Join NKF for a fun night out, cheering on the Pens while supporting patients’ and families affected by kidney disease in our community. See the link in the post below to get your tickets now! 🖤💛

𝐊𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧 𝐮𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐧𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐏𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐲!

𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧: January 29, 2026 | 7:00 PM
𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: PPG Paints Arena

$10 from every ticket purchased through this link is donated back to NKF Serving the Alleghenies, helping support patients and families affected by kidney disease.

Grab your tickets today and cheer for a great cause!
https://www.gofevo.com/event/PenguinsKidney012926

01/06/2026

💙💚We’re proud to support community education around health, wellness, and organ donation. Join CORE and the Carnegie Library of Homestead for this meaningful vision board workshop focused on hope and legacy. 💚💙

Looking to set some intentions for the New Year? Join us on January 12th for a vision board workshop with Center for Organ Recovery & Education! We'll provide all of the materials- for more information and registration, please visit: https://live-homestead.pantheonsite.io/event/health-and-hope-vision-board-workshop-3293

12/31/2025

As we welcome the New Year, we look ahead with hope, inspired by the strength of our patients and kindness of our organ donors. Here is to a New Year full of new life and second chances.
Every transplant represents a new beginning, and none of it is possible without donors who choose to give the gift of life. Here at AHN Abdominal Transplant, we are partnered with the National Kidney Registry to help facilitate living kidney donation across the country.

Make a life-changing resolution this year: learn more about organ and living donation at https://www.kidneyregistry.com/

We hope that everyone has a safe, fun-filled start of the New Year✨

12/24/2025

❄️Happy Holidays from our Abdominal Transplant team. 🎄This season, we reflect on the strength, generosity, and hope that define our transplant community. We are grateful for our patients, caregivers, donors, and care teams who make life-saving work possible every day. Wishing everyone a safe and healthy holiday season! 🎅

12/18/2025

Family House is an incredible partner to AHN, providing a welcoming and affordable place to stay for patients and their familiar who must travel to Pittsburgh for medical care. ❄️🎄Volunteering with Family House is a meaningful way to give back to an organization that offers so much comfort and support to our patients and caregivers during an especially challenging time – particularly throughout the holiday season.🎅❄️

🎄 Volunteer Opportunity: Christmas Day Lunch at Family House 🎄

Family House is seeking volunteers to help serve a warm, festive holiday lunch for our guests, patients and their caregivers, on Thursday, December 25 (Christmas Day).

Volunteer Details:
🕘 Arrival: 9:00 a.m.
🍽️ Tasks: Warm and prep food, set up the holiday buffet, serve lunch from 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., and assist with post-event clean-up.
⏰ End Time: Volunteers can expect to be finished by 3:00 p.m.

Your time and kindness help make the holidays brighter for families facing medical challenges.

💛 Interested in volunteering?
Email: volunteer@familyhouse.org

12/09/2025

❄️Winter Health Tips for Transplant Recipients❄️
Cold and flu season is here. For transplant recipients, protecting your health is essential. Remember to keep warm - cold weather can add stress to the body. Here are a few ways to stay well this winter:

12/03/2025

🎖️One year ago, on November 25, 2024, Kelly gave Roger the ultimate gift – a second chance at life through kidney donation. While recovering in the hospital, they joked, “Next Thanksgiving we’ll run the Turkey Trot together!” This year, they made that promise a reality. Kelly and Roger crossed the finish line side-by-side. Crossing that finish line together is more than a race…it’s a celebration of strength, healing, and the life changing power of living donation. 💫

Thank you to this pair for sharing their inspirational story! ✨