Patient who refused COVID vaccine does not qualify for a heart transplant. It is not punitive or judgmental. It is one of many evidence-based criteria required by transplant programs to preserve patient survival and good outcomes post-transplant.

Dr. Barry Dworkin

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for January 28, 2022

Patient who refused COVID vaccine does not qualify for a heart transplant. It is not punitive or judgmental. It is one of many evidence-based criteria required by transplant programs to preserve patient survival and good outcomes post-transplant. Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Source:
Boston hospital denies heart transplant to patient not vaccinated against COVID-19

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