Communication and cooperation between the transplant team, local physician, pharmacist, dentist, and the patient himself is vital to his well-being. Having a transplanted liver and taking the medications needed to prevent rejection put a patient at risk for a number of complications. It is important to follow the instructions that will help prevent or lessen complications.

One of a patient's most important jobs is to make certain that all members of his local healthcare team - family physician, dentist, local pharmacist, and any other healthcare professionals he sees - are aware of the transplant, the medications he takes each day, and the precautions he must follow to stay healthy. Each of his local healthcare providers should be given the telephone number of his transplant team. He should ask that they contact the transplant center for specific information.