The 20 Best Liver Transplant Doctors near Seattle, WA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 57 doctor with experience in Liver Transplant near Seattle, WA. Of these, 32 are Experienced, 13 are Advanced and 9 are Distinguished.

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57 providers found
    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    Hepatology
    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    Hepatology

    Office

    1124 Columbia St Ste 600, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kris Kowdley is a Hepatologist practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Kowdley is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Primary Biliary Cholangitis, Cholestasis, Cholangitis, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), and Liver Transplant.

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

    Seattle Cancer Care Alliance

    825 Eastlake Ave E, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Perkins is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Perkins is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

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

    Gme Office University Of Washington

    1959 NE Pacific St, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Sturdevant is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Sturdevant is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Liver Failure, Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD), Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

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

    Gme Office University Of Washington

    1959 NE Pacific St, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shane Ottmann is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Ottmann 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, Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Liver Cancer, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

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

    Gme Office University Of Washington

    1959 NE Pacific St, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lena Sibulesky is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Sibulesky is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Liver Failure, Kidney Transplant, and Liver Transplant.

    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Seattle Children's Hospital

    4800 Sand Point Way NE, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Evelyn Hsu is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Hsu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Biliary Atresia, Liver Failure, Alagille Syndrome, Cholestasis, and Liver Transplant.

    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    Distinguished in Liver Transplant

    The Association Of University Physicians

    1959 Ne Pacific St, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tamil
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ramasamy Bakthavatsalam is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Bakthavatsalam is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Liver Failure, Kidney Transplant, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Bakthavatsalam is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Seattle Children's Hospital

    4800 Sand Point Way NE, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andre Dick is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Dick is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Liver Failure, Biliary Atresia, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Seattle Children's Hospital

    4800 Sand Point Way NE, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Pamela Valentino is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Valentino is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sclerosing Cholangitis, Alagille Syndrome, Cholangitis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Liver Transplant
    Hepatology | Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Liver Transplant
    Hepatology | Gastroenterology
    105 West 8th Avenue, Suite 7050, 
    Spokane, WA 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Divyanshoo Kohli is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Kohli is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Jaundice, Sclerosing Cholangitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Kohli is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology
    212 East Central Avenue, Suite 245, 
    Spokane, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sumant Arora is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Arora is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Hepatitis, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Arora is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology

    Swedish Gastroenterology - Issaquah

    751 Northeast Blakely Drive, Suite 3020, 
    Issaquah, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    In medical school I would never have imagined that I would choose Hepatology as a specialty. However I was fortunate to train at the National Institutes of Health and UCSF and was mentored by some of the preeminent Hepatologists in the world. As such I have developed a great interest in liver disease and liver transplant. I find great satisfaction in making a difficult diagnosis and seeing my patients transform after their liver transplant. My research interests are viral hepatitis and liver cancer. Dr. Lutchman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Liver Transplant, and Hepatectomy. Dr. Lutchman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lutchman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery

    Swedish Organ Transplant And Liver Center

    1124 Columbia Street, Suite 600, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    My primary goal is to help patients attain life saving and life altering organ transplantation as expeditiously as possible. Patients with end-organ disease suffer waiting for transplantation, and my aim is to guide and help them achieve their goals of a second life after transplantation. Dr. Perry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. His clinical expertise encompasses Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Liver Failure, Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Perry is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Perry is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Experienced in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    Franciscan Digestive Care Associates - Pearl Place

    6002 N Westgate Blvd, Suite 230, 
    Tacoma, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Somali
    Accepting New Patients

    Kawthar Mohamed, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician specializing in gastroenterology and hepatology. Dr. Mohamed believes every patient deserves compassionate, comprehensive and equitable access to health care. She is committed to providing evidence-based, patient-centered care that both addresses disease states and also empowers patients to better understand and participate in their health journey.In 2021 Dr. Mohamed was an American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD) Emerging Liver Scholar awardee. She has conducted research on HCC screening in African-born patients with chronic hepatitis B and early sobriety in alcohol-related liver disease outcomes in liver transplant, among other topics.Dr. Mohamed is committed to providing timely care that is also compassionate and collaborative. Dr. Mohamed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. Her clinical expertise encompasses Portal Hypertension, Diarrhea, Hepatitis, Ascites, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Mohamed is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mohamed is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Liver Transplant
    Experienced in Liver Transplant

    Swedish Organ Transplant And Liver Center

    1124 Columbia Street, Suite 600, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Krishnan is an abdominal transplant surgeon and specializes in kidney, liver, and pancreas transplants. After finishing medical school at the University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio, he completed his General Surgery training at University of California, Davis. He went to University of Wisconsin, Madison for specialized training in Transplant Surgery. Dr. Krishnan believes in using a multi-disciplinary approach to patients needing transplant care. Dr. Krishnan along with the entire Transplant Team at Swedish is committed to providing the best quality of care for every patient that entrust their lives to us. Dr. Santhanakrishnan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Liver Failure, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Santhanakrishnan is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Santhanakrishnan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery

    Swedish Organ Transplant And Liver Center

    1124 Columbia Street, Suite 600, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Horwitz is an abdominal transplant and hepatobiliary surgeon at the Swedish Organ Transplant Center. He specializes in liver, kidney, and pancreas transplantation as well as the surgical management of both benign and malignant conditions of the liver. After attending the NYU School of Medicine, he completed his general surgery training at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, including a two-year transplant immunology research fellowship. He then completed a transplant surgery fellowship at the University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Horwitz is committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to patients with end-stage organ disease throughout the transplantation process. Dr. Horwitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Hepatitis, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Horwitz is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Horwitz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery | Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery | Transplant Surgery

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jared Brandenberger, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in abdominal transplantation and liver, kidney and pancreas surgery.Outside of work, Dr. Brandenberger enjoys soccer, snowboarding, wakeboarding, hunting and fishing, and classic car restoration. Dr. Brandenberger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Hernia, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Brandenberger is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Brandenberger is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gautam Mankaney, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who specializes in hereditary cancer syndromes (lynch syndrome, familial adenomatous polyposis, PTEN-tumor hamartoma syndromes, juvenile polyposis, Peutz-Jeghers, Li-Fraumeni, MutYH-associated polyposis, sessile serrated polyposis), fecal microbiota transplantation, endoscopy, gastroenterology and gastrointestinal cancer.Dr. Mankaney has a special medical interest in treating individuals with a personal or family history of a hereditary cancer syndrome, or at high risk for developing cancer.Dr. Mankaney serves as both the Director of Endoscopy and Director of Gastrointestinal Cancer Prevention. Previously, he has served as a Committee Chair for the Collaborative Group of Americas on Inherited Gastrointestinal Syndromes, and as a Training Committee member with the American College of Gastroenterology. He has received multiple teaching awards.Away from work, he enjoys tennis, bouldering, hiking and traveling. Dr. Mankaney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Stomach Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Mankaney is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Subspecialty In Gastroenterology. Dr. Mankaney is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology

    Swedish Gastroenterology - Edmonds

    21600 Highway 99, Suite 230, 
    Edmonds, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Communication with patients builds strong relationships and helps understandings of each individual's condition. As being a health care provider, she recognizes the privilege of being a part of their unique journey and importance of making decisions together. She strives to deliver accurate evidence-based information and available technology to provide the best clinical outcome to her patients. Dr. Jhun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Colonic Malakoplakia, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Encopresis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Jhun is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Jhun is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology

    Franciscan Digestive Care Associates At St. Anne

    16233 Sylvester Road SW, Suite 290, 
    Burien, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Bushyhead, MD, is a board-certified general gastroenterologist providing personalized, compassionate digestive care. He performs endoscopic procedures, diagnoses and manages a wide variety of gastrointestinal disorders, and provides screening for colorectal cancer. Dr. Bushyhead understands the importance of listening to his patients and working together to establish a treatment plan.Dr. Bushyhead is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology and Alpha Omega Alpha.Away from work, he enjoys spending time with family, hiking and cooking.Conditions and procedures:Abnormal liver function testsCeliac diseaseColonoscopyColorectal cancer screeningConstipationDysphagiaGERDIron deficiency anemiaRectal bleedingUpper endoscopy. Dr. Bushyhead is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bushyhead is board certified in Gastroenterology, American Board Of Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bushyhead 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 near Seattle, WA?

    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 near Seattle, WA?

    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 near Seattle, WA?

    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 near Seattle, WA?

    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 near Seattle, WA?

    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 near Seattle, WA?

    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 near Seattle, WA?

    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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