The 20 Best Heart Transplant Doctors in Virginia, US

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 103 doctor with experience in Heart Transplant near Virginia, US. Of these, 77 are Experienced, 17 are Advanced, 6 are Distinguished and 3 are Elite.

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103 providers found
    Elite in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology
    Elite in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach,, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rabea Asleh is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Virginia Beach,, Virginia. Dr. Asleh is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Myocarditis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Heart Transplant.

    Elite in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery
    Elite in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery

    Vcu Medial Center-Ambulatory Care Center

    417 N 11th St, 
    Richmond, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mohammed Quader is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Quader is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Heart Transplant, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

    Elite in Heart Transplant
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
    Elite in Heart Transplant
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
    3300 Gallows Rd, 
    Falls Church, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Cole is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Falls Church, Virginia. Dr. Cole is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Cardiogenic Shock, Cardiomyopathy, Pulmonary Edema, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Cole is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Endocrinology
    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Endocrinology

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brooks Edwards is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Edwards is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Restrictive Cardiomyopathy (RCM), Primary Amyloidosis, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), and Heart Transplant.

    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Distinguished in Heart Transplant

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach,, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hilmi Alnsasra is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Virginia Beach,, Virginia. Dr. Alnsasra is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ventricular Fibrillation, Pulmonary Hypertension, Heart Block, Heart Transplant, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

    Inova Cardiac Surgery Vascular Surgery And Vascular Lab

    8081 Innovation Park Dr, 800, 
    Fairfax, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Daniel Tang is a board certified cardiothoracic surgeon who performs the full spectrum of adult cardiac surgery at Inova Health System. He joined Inova with more than 20 years of clinical experience. He has a special interest in the surgical management of patients with end-stage heart and lung failure. He currently serves as Director of the Cardiothoracic Transplantation Program at Inova. Dr. Tang believes in providing comprehensive compassionate care to patients facing major surgery and life-threatening illness. Previously, Dr. Tang held the Richard R. Lower, MD Endowed Professorship in Cardiovascular Surgery and served as the Surgical Director of Cardiac Transplant and Mechanical Circulatory Support at Virginia Commonwealth University. A native of Northern Virginia, Dr. Tang is happy to be home. In his spare time, he likes to run, bike, fish and spend time with his family. Dr. Tang is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Cardiac Tamponade, Aortic Dissection, Heart Transplant, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology | Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology | Internal Medicine

    Inova Heart Failure/Transplant

    3300 Gallows Rd, IHVI Heart Failure/Transplant, 
    Falls Church, VA 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Vanessa Blumer is a specialty care physician board certified in advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology, and internal medicine. She joined Inova in 2023 and has been practicing since 2010. Prior to joining Inova, Dr. Blumer was a fellow in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology at Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Cleveland, OH. Dr. Blumer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Heart Failure, Heart Attack, Heart Transplant, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Advanced in Heart Transplant

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Barry Boilson is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Boilson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Primary Amyloidosis, Cardiac Amyloidosis, Primary Localized Cutaneous Amyloidosis, Heart Transplant, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology

    Mcv Associated Physicians

    417 N 11th St, 
    Richmond, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hamang Patel is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Cardiogenic Shock, Heart Transplant, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology

    Mcv Associated Physicians

    417 N 11th St, 
    Richmond, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Keyur Shah is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiac Amyloidosis, Primary Localized Cutaneous Amyloidosis, Cardiomyopathy, Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    General Surgery

    Vcu Medial Center-Ambulatory Care Center

    417 N 11th St, 
    Richmond, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vigneshwar Kasirajan is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Kasirajan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Cardiac Tamponade, Atrial Myxoma, Heart Transplant, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    General Surgery

    UVA Health Heart And Vascular Center

    1215 Lee St Fl 2, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leora Yarboro is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Yarboro is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Dissection, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology

    UVA Health Pediatric Cardiology

    1204 W Main St Fl 6, 
    Charlottesville,, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Mcculloch is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Charlottesville,, Virginia. Dr. Mcculloch is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Becker Muscular Dystrophy, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Pulmonary Supravalvular Stenosis, and Heart Transplant.

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Inova Schar Heart And Vascular Limb Preservation Program

    8081 Innovation Park Dr Ste 800, 
    Fairfax, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Katherine Klein is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Klein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Dissection, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Heart Transplant, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Experienced in Heart Transplant

    UVA Health Radiology And Medical Imaging Lee Street

    1240 Lee St, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Kramer is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Kramer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Cardiomyopathy, Peripheral Artery Disease, Heart Transplant, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Experienced in Heart Transplant

    UVA Health Fontaine Research Park Building 500

    500 Ray C Hunt Dr, 
    Charlottesville,, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Antonio Abbate is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Charlottesville,, Virginia. Dr. Abbate is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pericarditis, Heart Failure, Heart Attack, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology

    Inova Cardiology - Fairfax

    8081 Innovation Park Dr, 700, 
    Fairfax, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    System Director for Interventional Cardiology and Co-Director of Inova’s Structural Heart Disease Program Dr. Matthew Sherwood serves as the System Director for Interventional Cardiology and Co-Director of Inova’s Structural Heart Disease Program. Dr. Sherwood is an interventional cardiology physician board certified in cardiovascular medicine and interventional cardiology. He has a special interest in the management of valvular and structural heart disease. Before joining Inova, Dr. Sherwood served as an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Duke University and the Durham VA Medical Center. Dr. Sherwood became interested in interventional cardiology because it offered the opportunity to treat complex coronary and structural heart disease with the latest technology available to improve patients’ lives. His goal is to help patients with structural heart disease live their lives to the fullest, without limitations. A native of Honolulu, Dr. Sherwood currently resides in Arlington, VA, with his wife and children. In his spare time, he enjoys running and playing golf. Dr. Sherwood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Cardiogenic Shock, Heart Attack, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology | Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology | Cardiology

    Inova Children's Cardiology - Fairfax

    8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 400 And 625, 
    Fairfax, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mitchell Cohen, MD, FACC, FHRS, is the current Co-Director of the Pediatric Heart Program and Chief of Pediatric Cardiology at Inova L.J. Murphy Children's Hospital. Dr. Cohen is a pediatric and adult congenital electrophysiologist. He joined Inova Children's Hospital in 2017 from Phoenix Children's Hospital, where he served as Co-Director of Phoenix Children’s Heart Center for 12 years.Dr. Cohen's clinical and research interests address long-term outcomes of children with cardiovascular implantable electronic devices, genotype specific therapies for patients with channelopathies, catheter ablation for all types of arrhythmias including Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome, and late arrhythmic outcomes in adults with congenital heart disease. Dr. Cohen's advocacy interests extend to sudden cardiac death prevention and awareness for all high-school students.Dr. Cohen has has performed more than 4,000 EP procedures and ablations over the last 25 years. Dr. Cohen has lectured at over 300 national and international scientific meetings and has published more than 100 papers and book chapters. He has been a visiting professor at Primary Children's Hospital and Duke Children's Hospital. Dr. Cohen has served on the Scientific Clinical Documents Committee for the Heart Rhythm Society and been the lead or co-author on more than six nationally published guidelines by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association. He is currently the pediatric liaison on the Arrhythmia and Clinical EP Committee of the American College of Cardiology. He is the associate editor (electrophysiology) for both Cardiology in the Young and the World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome, Fainting, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Cardiac Ablation, and Heart Transplant.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology

    Inova Medical Group - Cardiology

    1600 N Beauregard St, 150, 
    Alexandria, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Abdulla Damluji is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Damluji is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Heart Attack, Coronary Heart Disease, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Experienced in Heart Transplant

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
    Virginia Beach, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jasmine Grewal is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Grewal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tetralogy of Fallot, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Double Discordia, Transposition of the Great Arteries, and Heart Transplant.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Heart Transplant?

    A heart transplant is surgery to remove a damaged or diseased heart and replace it with a healthy donor heart.

    When should I see a Heart Transplant doctor in Virginia, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Heart Transplant doctor in Virginia, US?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Heart Transplant doctors in Virginia, US?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Heart Transplant doctors in Virginia, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Heart Transplant doctor in Virginia, US?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Heart Transplant doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Heart Transplant doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Heart Transplant doctor in Virginia, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Heart Transplant doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Heart Transplant doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Heart Transplant doctors in Virginia, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Heart Transplant doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Heart Transplant doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Heart Transplant doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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