The 20 Best Liver Transplant Doctors in California, US

Find the Experts and Specialists who perform Liver Transplant

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 309 doctor with experience in Liver Transplant near California, US. Of these, 204 are Experienced, 61 are Advanced, 27 are Distinguished and 16 are Elite.

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309 providers found
    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology

    Los Angeles-Gi Liver Clinic

    1510 San Pablo St Ste 200, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Norah Terrault is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Terrault is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Hepatitis B, Liver Transplant, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery

    Office

    100 Medical Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr Sammy is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Sammy is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Ascites, Liver Transplant, and Liver Embolization.

    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery

    Kidney Transplant Center

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

    Dr. Nancy Ascher has devoted her career to organ transplantation and transplant research. She has served on the Presidential Task Force on Organ Transplantation, Surgeon General's Task Force on Increasing Donor Organs and Secretary of Health and Human Services Advisory Committee on Organ Transplantation. Ascher is a graduate of the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, where she earned her medical degree. She completed a general surgery residency and clinical transplant fellowship at the University of Minnesota, where she later joined the faculty and became clinical director of the liver transplant program. Ascher is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. She is a member of numerous other medical societies, including the American Society of Transplant Surgeons, in which she has served as president. Dr. Ascher is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Hepatitis, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Ascher is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery and American Board Of Medical Specialties, General Surgery. Dr. Ascher is currently accepting new patients.

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    Elite in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery
    Elite in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery

    Office

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

    Fady Kaldas is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Kaldas is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Hepatic Ischemia, Liver Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery

    Office

    757 Westwood Plz Ste 8236, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ronald Busuttil is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Busuttil is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatic Ischemia, Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Liver Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

    Elite in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery
    Elite in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vatche Agopian is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Agopian is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Liver Cancer, Liver Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

    Elite in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery
    Elite in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery

    Pancreas Transplant Services

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

    Sandy Feng is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Feng is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Autoimmune Hepatitis, Liver Failure, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Elite in Liver Transplant

    Office

    757 Westwood Plz Ste 8501, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Douglas Farmer is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Farmer is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Hepatic Ischemia, Malabsorption, Liver Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Elite in Liver Transplant

    Stanford Health Care

    5565 W Las Positas Blvd, Suite 150, 
    Pleasanton, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Allison Kwong is a Hepatologist practicing medicine in Pleasanton, California. Dr. Kwong is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. She is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Ascites, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery
    Elite in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    300 Pasteur Dr, 
    Stanford, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kazunari Sasaki is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Sasaki is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Cancer, Liver Failure, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Liver Transplant, and Hepatectomy.

    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology

    Palo Alto VA Medical Center

    3801 Miranda Ave, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Wong is a primary care provider, practicing in Gastroenterologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Wong is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis D, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery
    Elite in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    300 Pasteur Dr, 
    Stanford, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marc Melcher is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Melcher is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Liver Failure, Visceromegaly, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology

    Asian Liver Health Center

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

    Francis Yao is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Yao is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Cancer, Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery
    Elite in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery

    Office

    750 Welch Rd Ste 319, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carlos Esquivel is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Esquivel is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD), Liver Failure, Biliary Atresia, Liver Transplant, and Hepatectomy.

    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology

    Pancreas Center

    1825 4th St # 4, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Emily Perito is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Perito is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Liver Transplant, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Elite in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery
    Elite in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery

    University Of California San Francisco

    505 Parnassus Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hillary Braun is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Braun is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Pulmonary Sequestration, Peripheral Artery Disease, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery | General Surgery

    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 Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 5 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 Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    300 Pasteur Dr, 
    Stanford, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Kwo is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Kwo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery

    Kidney Transplant Center

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

    Dr. Christopher E. Freise is an organ transplant surgeon with particular interests in adult and pediatric liver and kidney transplants, surgery for liver tumors and kidney cysts, laparoscopic surgery for the liver and gallbladder, and surgery for dialysis access. In his research, Freise studies immunosuppressive drugs used after transplantation and methods to prevent the tissue injury that occurs after blood supply is restored to the organ. His research is recognized and funded by the National Institutes of Health and American Society of Transplant Surgeons. Freise earned his medical degree at the University of Minnesota, where he completed a residency in surgery. He completed a postdoctoral fellowship in transplant surgery at UCSF. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Freise is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), SVC Obstruction, May Thurner Syndrome, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Freise is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. Dr. Freise is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery

    Kidney Transplant Center

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

    Dr. Shareef Syed is a general surgeon who specializes in abdominal organ transplantation. His training includes kidney and liver transplantation for both adults and children, and laparoscopic donor nephrectomy, a minimally invasive procedure for transferring a kidney from a living donor to a recipient. He also has expertise in minimally invasive procedures to address conditions of the kidneys, liver and bile ducts – the channels that transport digestive fluid made by the liver. Syed's research explores outcomes for liver and kidney transplant patients, with special attention to those who have hepatocellular carcinoma, a common form of liver cancer. He is currently studying the impact of long wait-list times and local-regional therapies on the outcomes of patients with liver cancer who undergo transplantation. He is also studying novel noninvasive tests to detect impending kidney rejection. He enjoys teaching medical students, residents in general surgery and abdominal transplant fellows. After earning his medical degree at the University of Leicester, Syed completed three years of medical and surgical residency with the National Health Service in England. He trained in internal medicine and surgery at the University of Southampton and cardiothoracic surgery at the University of Bristol. During this time, he qualified for admission to the Royal College of Surgeons. He then started residency in general surgery at Central Michigan University and completed it at the UCSF, followed by a fellowship in abdominal transplantation at UCSF. Syed is a member of numerous professional organizations, including the American Society of Transplant Surgeons, American College of Surgeons, American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases, American Society of Transplantation and Americas Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association. Dr. Syed is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Syed is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. Dr. Syed is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Liver Transplant?

    Liver transplant is surgery to replace a diseased liver with a healthy liver.

    When should I see a Liver 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 Liver 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 Liver 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 Liver 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 Liver 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 Liver Transplant doctor search results page. 

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

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

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