Donors are usually between 21 & 70 (there are some centers that DO NOT have an upper age cut off) and must be healthy and have excellent kidney function.

​After receipt of your intake form, a representative from DOVE will reach out to set up a video or phone call to educate you about living donation and advise you on the next steps should you decide to proceed.

​It should be noted that the following medical issues usually rule you out from proceeding to a formal referral/evaluation with a kidney donor transplant team:

• Obesity (BMI over 35)
• Uncontrolled High Blood Pressure
• Cancer (must be in remission > 2 years for most cancers)
• Drug or Alcohol Dependence
• Current Smoker (and not willing to stop)

If by phone is best way to reach you, we will be calling you from phone # 551-233-1611.

​Please note that DOVE believes in a zero-pressure approach. You are free to withdraw at any time if you feel that kidney donation is not right for you.

​Thank you again for taking the time to learn about kidney donation to help save a Veteran’s life!