Section 158.33. Liver transplantation program

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(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.

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Cross References

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

                    
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