Experience + Compassion= Clinical Transplant Specialists

At Clinical Transplant Specialists Company, we believe in the power of compassion, education, and connection. Our mission is to honor the selfless generosity of donor families while advocating for the countless individuals waiting for a second chance at life through organ and tissue donation.

Too often, myths and misunderstandings create barriers that delay or prevent life-saving transplants. That’s why we dedicate ourselves to bridging the gap—bringing clarity where there is confusion, and empathy where there is fear. We work closely with families, medical teams, and communities to ensure that the wishes of potential donors are respected and that their legacies carry forward in the lives they help save.

Our team is passionate about humanizing the donation process. We serve as trusted partners, helping navigate difficult conversations with sensitivity and care, while raising public awareness about the critical need for organ and tissue donors.

At our core, we are committed to education, respect, and the belief that one generous act can change everything.

Clinical Transplant Specialists recognizes the importance of a multi-disciplinary approach in ensuring that everyone's voices are heard, particularly the voices of the donor's family. They take a comprehensive approach, collaborating and communicating to honor the donor's wishes. This approach fosters a deeper understanding of organ and tissue donation

Mission Statement

Dr. Satcher

Founder

Clinical Transplant Specialists

Founder and CEO

Dr. R. Kelvin Satcher's professional career began as a transplant procurement coordinator at the Mississippi Organ Recovery Agency, where he was responsible for organ procurement and served as a minority affairs consultant, delivering talks on organ and tissue donation with a focus on minority donors. Seeking personal growth, he joined Pfizer Pharmaceutical, a leading research-based pharmaceutical company, as a healthcare representative. During his tenure, Dr. Satcher was acknowledged as the top medical consultant and received the Vice President Club Award. After Hurricane Katrina, driven by his passion for the healthcare industry, he relocated to Las Vegas and worked as an organ procurement coordinator at Nevada Donor Network. Subsequently, he rose within the organization and held the position of Director of Hospital and Family Services.

Dr. Satcher's contributions and accomplishments have been recognized through honors such as Who's Who among Professionals, Thelma Sanders Milestone Award, Robinson Watson Book Company Award, and Volunteer of the Year. He has been actively involved in professional associations, including serving as the current vice president of Neba L Wright Foundation, American Board of Transplant Certification committee member, Western Province of Kappa Alpha Psi Covid Task Force, Past President of the American Society of Multicultural Health Transplant Professionals and the Past Region 5 Representative for the United Network for Organ Sharing. Additionally, Dr. Satcher has affiliations with organizations such as Sharing Hope SC (medical advisory committee), Association for Organ Procurement Organization, North America Transplant Coordinator, American Association of Tissue Banks, and the 100 Black Men. He is a life member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. and a graduate of Leadership Jackson.

Family Support

Recognizing the vital role that family support plays in the organ donation process, Clinical Transplant Specialists is committed to offering both educational and emotional guidance to donor families and the medical professionals who support them. We understand that donation is not just a medical decision—it’s an emotional journey. By being present, compassionate, and informative, we strive to ease the burden during what can be one of the most difficult moments in a family’s life.
Experience

The Clinical Transplant Specialists team boasts decades of experience, enabling them to navigate the complex organ donation process with expertise. Their commitment is to ensure that the desires of the donor are upheld to the best of their ability, even in the face of objections from family members or medical personnel. Organ donation is a life-changing event, and the Clinical Transplant Team is dedicated to enhancing the experience and showing compassion to both donor families and recipients.
Education of the Public

One of our core goals at Clinical Transplant Specialists is to increase public awareness and understanding of the organ donation process. We believe that informed communities are empowered communities—better equipped to make meaningful decisions when it matters most. That’s why we’re dedicated to outreach efforts that educate, inspire, and clarify the realities of donation.
Multi-discipline Level of Care

By combining deep experience, heartfelt compassion, dedicated family support, public education initiatives, and a collaborative, multi-disciplinary approach to care, Clinical Transplant Specialists delivers comprehensive and empathetic services to both donor families and transplant recipients. Our work leaves a lasting impact—building bridges between loss and hope, and helping to create a more informed, connected, and compassionate organ donation community.