The 20 Best Kidney Transplant Doctors in California, US

Find the Experts and Specialists who perform Kidney Transplant

Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 309 doctor with experience in Kidney Transplant near California, US. Of these, 182 are Experienced, 73 are Advanced, 43 are Distinguished and 11 are Elite.

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    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Elite in Kidney Transplant
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    University Of California San Francisco

    505 Parnassus Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Flavio Vincenti is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Vincenti is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Chronic Kidney Disease, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Cytomegalovirus Infection, and Kidney Transplant.

    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Referral may be required

    Office

    200 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 565C, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Suphamai Bunnapradist is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Bunnapradist is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Cytomegalovirus Infection, Acute Kidney Failure, Kidney Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Nephrology | Internal Medicine
    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Nephrology | Internal Medicine
    Referral may be required

    UC Irvine Medical Center

    101 The City Drive South, Building 30, 
    Orange, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ekamol Tantisattamo is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Tantisattamo is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Low Sodium Level, Kidney Transplant, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Tantisattamo is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Nephrology and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine.

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    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UCI Health Surgery Services

    101 The City Drive South, Building 29, 
    Orange, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Robert R. Redfield III is a board-certified UCI Health surgeon who specializes in transplant surgery.Redfield received his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore. He completed a residency in general surgery at the University of Pennsylvania Medical Center in Philadelphia, followed by fellowship training in transplant surgery at the University of Wisconsin University Hospital in Madison.He sees patients atUCI Medical Centerin Orange. Dr. Redfield is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Polycystic Kidney Disease, Pancreas Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Redfield is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery).

    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Kidney Transplant Center

    400 Parnassus Ave., Seventh Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Peter Stock is a transplant surgeon who specializes in kidney, liver and pancreas transplants. He is co-director of the Pancreatic Islet Cell Transplantation Program. In his research, Stock studies body mechanisms that lead to transplant rejection when the donor and recipient are not genetically identical. He also studies chimerism (a therapy to prevent transplant rejection that uses the donor's bone marrow cells) and pancreatic islet cell transplantation (a procedure that can allow people with type 1 diabetes to discontinue insulin therapy). Stock received his medical training at the University of Minnesota, completing a surgical residency before coming to UCSF for a transplant fellowship. He joined the UCSF faculty in 1992. Stock is an active teacher and supervises surgical residents and fellows. He is a member of numerous professional and honorary societies. Dr. Stock is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Liver Failure, Kidney Transplant, and Islet Cell Transplantation. Dr. Stock is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. Dr. Stock is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Referral may be required

    Cedars-Sinai Kidney & Pancreas Transplant Center

    8900 Beverly Blvd # 3, 
    West Hollywood, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stanley Jordan is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Jordan is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Glomerulonephritis, Acute Tubular Necrosis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Kidney Transplant.

    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Referral may be required

    Kidney Transplant Center

    400 Parnassus Ave # 7, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Minnie Sarwal is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Sarwal is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cystinosis, Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Nephrectomy.

    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Referral may be required

    Harbor-UCLA Nephrology

    1124 W Carson St, Harbor-UCLA MFI, 
    Torrance, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kamyar Kalantar is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Torrance, California. Dr. Kalantar is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Hypertension, High Potassium Level, Kidney Transplant, and Nephrectomy.

    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Regents Of The Univ. Of CA

    2221 Stockton Blvd, 
    Sacramento, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Junichiro Sageshima is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Sacramento, California. Dr. Sageshima is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Polycystic Kidney Disease, Hepatitis C, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.

    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Referral may be required

    Office

    200 Medical Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hans Gritsch is a Urologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Gritsch is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Polycystic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.

    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Internal Medicine
    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Internal Medicine

    Cedars-Sinai Kidney & Pancreas Transplant Center

    8900 Beverly Blvd # 3, 
    West Hollywood, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alice Peng is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Peng is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Glomerulonephritis, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, and Kidney Transplant.

    Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Bry is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Bry is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Polycystic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Bry is board certified in Surgery - Board Certified.

    Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Janet Bellingham is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Bellingham is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Gastroparesis, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Bellingham is board certified in Surgery - Board Certified. Dr. Bellingham is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Referral may be required
    1100 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 100, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Yasir Qazi is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Qazi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Qazi is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
    Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
    Referral may be required
    1100 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 100, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Naraghi is a Urologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Naraghi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Renovascular Hypertension, Deep Vein Thrombosis, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Naraghi is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
    Nephrology
    Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
    Nephrology
    Referral may be required
    2021 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 421E, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Tariq Shah is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Shah is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Tubular Necrosis, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
    Colorectal Surgery
    Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic

    400 Craven Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ron Shapiro is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in San Marcos, California. Dr. Shapiro is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Appendicitis, Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Kidney Transplant, and Appendectomy.

    Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
    Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
    Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
    Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UCI Health Surgery Services

    101 The City Drive South, Building 29, 
    Orange, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Japanese

    Hirohito Ichii is a General Surgeon and a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Ichii is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

    Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
    Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
    Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
    Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Kidney Transplant Center

    400 Parnassus Ave., Seventh Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Garrett R. Roll is a general surgeon who specializes in abdominal organ transplantation. He cares for both adults and children, performing liver and kidney transplants using living donors; complex procedures involving the liver, pancreas, gallbladder and bile ducts; and kidney autotransplants (removing a diseased kidney to treat a challenging problem with the ureter, then placing the kidney back into the patient). He also provides surgical care for patients with end-stage organ disease and patients on immunosuppressive therapies. His expertise includes using minimally invasive techniques. Roll is an investigator on clinical trials looking at outcomes for organ transplant recipients and at advanced organ preservation (storing organs for future transplantation). He serves in leadership roles for several patient safety and quality improvement committees at UCSF, in addition to teaching medical students and residents. He is also on the editorial board of multiple peer-reviewed journals. Roll earned his medical degree from the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University. He completed a residency in general surgery and a fellowship in abdominal transplant surgery at UCSF, while also studying liver cell therapy and liver regeneration in Dr. Holger Willenbring's laboratory. After completing his training, he was a senior international fellow in liver retrieval and transplant at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, which has the busiest liver surgery unit in the United Kingdom. During this time, he gained experience with donation after circulatory death (DCD) liver transplantation and a method of preserving donated livers during transport called normothermic machine perfusion. Dr. Roll is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Liver Cancer, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Roll is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Surgery. Dr. Roll is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
    Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
    Referral may be required

    UC Irvine Medical Center - Primary Care & Internal Medicine

    101 The City Drive South, Building 29, 
    Orange, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic

    Dr. Fawaz S. Al Ammary is a board-certified UCI Health nephrologist who specializes in kidney diseases and disorders and living donor kidney transplantation.Al Ammary earned his medical degree at Cairo University Faculty of Medicine in Egypt. He completed an internal medicine residency at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Next he completed fellowships in both nephrology and transplant nephrology at the University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine in Denver, where he also earned a PhD in health services research.He comes to UCI Health and UCI School of Medicine from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, where he served as medical director of living donor kidney transplant services.Al Ammary, who speaks fluent English and Arabic, sees patients in Orange. Dr. Ammary is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, Kidney Transplant, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Ammary is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Nephrology.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Kidney Transplant?

    A kidney transplant is surgery to place a healthy kidney into a person with kidney failure.

    When should I see a Kidney Transplant doctor in California, 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 Kidney Transplant doctor in California, 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 Kidney Transplant doctors in California, 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 Kidney Transplant doctors in California, 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 Kidney Transplant doctor in California, 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 Kidney Transplant doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Kidney 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 Kidney Transplant doctor in California, 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 Kidney 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 Kidney 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 Kidney Transplant doctors in California, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Kidney 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 Kidney Transplant doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Kidney 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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