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Jenna Lawson

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In 2025, I am answering the call to... educate the transplant community about our evolving regulatory landscape.
Job Title: Program Director, Pediatric Transplant
Organization: Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Age: 37
Years in Donation and Transplantation: 9
What makes your career in organ donation and transplantation special? My career in organ donation and transplantation is special due to my unique background. I did not intend to work in transplant or quality when I was in school and starting my career. However, my initial exposure to transplant patients while working in cardiac rehabilitation piqued my interest, and I have never wanted to work in any other field since. I bring a unique combination of healthcare and data analytics experience to my current role, allowing me to drive meaningful insights and impactful outcomes. This blend of skills has been instrumental to my contributions to the ever-changing field of transplantation. Ultimately, the patients are at the heart of everything we do, and my background has equipped me to support them in an effective and meaningful way.

Biography

Jenna Lawson is a transplant quality professional with nearly 10 years of experience, specializing in transplant outcomes, regulatory compliance, and performance improvement.  She has worked extensively with Vanderbilt’s multidisciplinary teams to support accreditation readiness, data-driven quality initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts across transplant programs.  She is passionate about translating complex regulatory requirements into practical, sustainable quality strategies and enjoys sharing insights with peers across the transplant community.  Recently, Jenna transitioned into the role of Program Director for Vanderbilt’s pediatric transplant programs, where she brings a fresh perspective while continuing to leverage deep expertise in transplant quality to advance operational excellence and outcomes for pediatric patients.