Bone Marrow Transplant Program

Over the years, the University of Nebraska Medical Center/The Nebraska Medical Center Bone Marrow Transplantation Program has been ranked as one of the busiest adult and pediatric bone marrow transplantation programs in the world. The program, which was established in 1983, has been recognized internationally for pioneering autologous transplantation for lymphoma, using peripheral stem cells as an alternative rescue product, conducting groundbreaking studies on various growth factors and performing transplants in alternate settings other than traditional inpatient hospital units.

Bone marrow transplants are recommended in the treatment of certain cancers, blood disorders, inherited marrow disorders and some immune deficiencies. Diseases that are treated with transplantation include leukemia, lymphoma, breast cancer and selected other cancers.

Cooperative Care

Some bone marrow transplant patients will be given the option of participating in cooperative care in The Lied Transplant Center. Cooperative care is a revolutionary approach that allows patients and their care partners to play an active role in the treatment and recovery process following transplantation, cancer care and treatment of other illnesses.

A care partner, usually a family member or friend, assists in all aspects of the recovery process including administering medications, monitoring health changes, attending informational classes and more. The cooperative care environment allows patients and care partners to learn the skills they will need when they return home. Care partners and patients stay in a comfortable home-like setting that includes a private bedroom, bathroom, living room, kitchenette and two TV/VCRs.