Hoxworth Blood Center, an internationally-recognized leader in transfusion medicine, was founded in 1938 and is currently the oldest operating blood bank in the country. Hoxworth serves more than 30 area hospitals and medical centers and collects more than 100,000 units of blood products to help save the lives of patients in area hospitals.
Hoxworth Blood Center serves over 30 hospitals in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana, providing blood and service to the entire region while remaining self-sufficient and financially sound.
As a division of the University of Cincinnati as well as a trusted partner of University of Cincinnati Medical Center and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, Hoxworth promotes and supports research to help save lives.
Hoxworth’s patient services division improves the health of individuals through services such as Therapeutic Apheresis, Red Blood Cell Exchange and Photopheresis
I am so thankful that there are amazing, selfless, lifesaving heroes out there that are willing to donate their blood. Without these donations, I wouldn’t be here to celebrate life’s many tiny miracles.
Heather Bennett Blood Recipient
November 27, 2024
As the winter chill sets in, Hoxworth Blood Center, University of Cincinnati, is offering an extra layer of warmth for those who step up to save lives this Dec. 1-31. Those who donate blood or platelets will receive a FREE winter puffy jacket — perfect for the colder months or as a thoughtful gift for someone in need. Schedule a donation today at hoxworth.org.
November 25, 2024
Hoxworth Blood Center had a prominent role at this year’s Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies (AABB) Annual Meeting, showcasing its leadership and expertise in transfusion medicine, biotherapies and apheresis. The conference, a global event for the blood and biotherapies industry, brought together professionals, scientists and experts to share the latest advancements, research and best practices.
November 22, 2024
The new “Wall of Life” in Hoxworth’s Transplantation Immunology Department (TID) stands as a powerful symbol of the impact the team has on saving lives through their critical laboratory work. This wall not only celebrates successful organ transplants within the community, but also educates and inspires the staff who make these successes possible.