After leaving the hospital, you will need to stay in the Twin Cities area for up to three months. During this time, you will come to the clinic often for exams, biopsies, and labs. You will need someone to drive you to your clinic visits. You will also need family or friends who can help with complex medical care at home when you go home. Bring your medicine card, lab book, and your support person to each clinic visit.

If you were very sick before your transplant, you may be discharged to a rehab (rehabilitation) facility for a short time to help you gain physical strength.

Depending on your care needs, your follow-up visits may look something like this:

• The first month after surgery: You will come to the clinic weekly.
• Two to three months after surgery: You will come to the clinic every other week.
• Three to six months after surgery: You will come to the clinic monthly
• Six to twelve months after surgery: You will come to the clinic every other month.
• Annual visit: A series of additional tests will be scheduled at your appointment one year after your transplant, and every year thereafter.