
Overview
Anil Kotru, MD, is a transplant and hepatobiliary surgeon specializing in liver and kidney transplantation, as well as pediatric kidney transplants. He performs a variety of surgical procedures including gallbladder removal, liver resection, peritoneal dialysis, catheter insertion and removal, vascular access and nephrectomies.|Dr. Kotru currently leads the pediatric kidney transplant program and serves as the director of quality for transplants at Geisinger. He has been instrumental in the development of the liver transplant program at Geisinger Medical Center. He gained international attention for his groundbreaking work on the link between patient expectations and clinical outcomes in transplant surgery and is widely sought after for his expertise in new models for healthcare payments and delivery, physician engagement and leadership.|Dr. Kotru earned his medical degree from Indira Gandhi Medical College in Shimla, India. He completed his residency in general surgery at St. James’ University Hospital in Leeds, United Kingdom, followed by a fellowship in multiorgan transplant at Washington University in Saint Louis.|Dr. Kotru is a member of the patients’ affairs committee of the United Network for Organ Sharing and has completed the American Society of Transplant Surgeons’ leadership program.|He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England and Edinburgh and the American College of Surgeons.|In 2019, Dr. Kotru was selected for the prestigious Baldrige Performance Excellence Program in recognition of his leadership and contributions to transplant research.|Dr. Kotru is an accomplished researcher and author. He has published numerous papers, book chapters and scientific articles and sits on the review boards for leading journals in surgery and transplantation. He serves as clinical professor of surgery at the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine in Scranton.
Dr. Kotru is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Liver Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Polycystic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
100 North Academy Avenue, Danville, PA 17822
950 East Mountain Boulevard, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Zakiyah Kadry is a Transplant Surgeon in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kadry is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Liver Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Liver Cancer, Hepatitis C, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.
LVH Gastroenterology–1501 N Cedar Crest
Philosophy of care | My approach as a transplant hepatologist is to treat the entire spectrum of liver disease, from early-stage diagnosis to advanced complications. My goal is to identify and address liver disease early to prevent progression to transplant whenever possible, because I believe if we can save livers, we can save lives. For patients whose disease is too advanced, we guide them and their families through the transplant process. | Why I entered medicine | I entered medicine to help people. That means using my skills and knowledge to make a real difference in patients' lives, especially those facing serious, complex illnesses. Being able to diagnose, treat and support patients through challenging conditions is a privilege and a responsibility. It’s about providing the right care, at the right time, and empowering patients to make the best decisions for their health. Whether it's helping manage symptoms, preventing disease progression or guiding a patient through a life-saving transplant, my purpose is to be there every step of the way, advocating for my patients and improving their quality of life. | Community involvement | I grew up in Pottsville, attended undergraduate school in Erie and went to medical school in Philadelphia. After completing all my subsequent training in Pittsburgh, I remained on faculty at the oldest and most established liver transplant program in the country. Now, I am excited to join the team leading the first liver transplant program in Allentown. This initiative will provide life-saving interventions to many who previously might not have had such an opportunity. It's a remarkable full-circle moment in my medical journey – one I couldn't pass up! | Personal interests | I have a passion for reading, researching and teaching about liver disease. Outside of my medical career, I love playing and watching sports – I'm a huge fan of the Steelers and Sixers. However, my favorite moments are spent with my family, especially my three children. Dr. Malik is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Liver Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Autoimmune Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Visceromegaly, and Liver Transplant.
Tower Health Medical Group
Gary Xiao is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania. Dr. Xiao is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Liver Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Kidney Transplant, and Pancreatectomy.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Chronic Antibody-Mediated RejectionDr. Kotru isDistinguished. Learn about Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection.
- Advanced
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Kotru isAdvanced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Kidney TransplantDr. Kotru isAdvanced. Learn about Kidney Transplant.
- Polycystic Kidney DiseaseDr. Kotru isAdvanced. Learn about Polycystic Kidney Disease.
- Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant
- Experienced
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Kotru isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (aHUS)
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Kotru isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CirrhosisDr. Kotru isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Kotru isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Kotru isExperienced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
