28 Pa. Code § 158.33

Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 49, December 7, 2024
Section 158.33 - Liver transplantation program
(a) The general standards in §§ 158.1-158.19 apply to liver transplantation programs. Additionally, the criteria contained in this section apply only to liver transplantation programs.
(b) A liver transplantation program shall have overall plans and resources to assure a reasonable concentration of experience.
(c) A hospital shall have on staff and available a gastroenterologist who is either certified by or who has attained preboard certification status with the American Board of Gastroenterology or an equivalent Board. The gastroenterologist shall have at least 2 years experience in hepatology. The gastroenterologist may also serve as the transplant physician.
(d) The pathologist shall be specifically trained in liver pathology.

28 Pa. Code § 158.33

This section cited in 28 Pa. Code § 158.37 (relating to pediatric transplantation programs).