A kidney transplant is a medical procedure where a healthy kidney from a donor is placed into a person whose kidneys are not functioning properly. This can help restore normal kidney function, allowing the recipient to live a healthier life. The donor can be living or deceased, and the new kidney takes over the job of filtering waste and excess fluids from the blood. After the transplant, the recipient will need to take medications to prevent their body from rejecting the new kidney. Regular check-ups are essential to monitor the kidney's function and ensure the person stays healthy after the surgery.