Although the liver is exposed to many potentially harmful substances, it is a remarkable organ that is able to repair damaged or injured tissue. The liver however, can develop diseases that can overwhelm its regeneration abilities, threatening a person's life.

A liver transplant is sometimes indicated in end -stage liver disease, and involves surgical removal of the diseased liver and replacement with a healthy donated liver.

The University of Alabama Liver Transplant program, under the direction of Dr. Steve Bynon, is a part of the Department of Surgery and the Division of Transplantation.

UAB offers a comprehensive adult and pediatric liver transplant program utilizing a multi-disciplinary approach to the treatment of end stage liver disease. The UAB program demonstrates excellence with outcome statistics exceeding national averages.