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    MediFind found 39 doctor with experience in Pancreas Transplant near Illinois, US. Of these, 23 are Experienced, 10 are Advanced, 4 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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    39 providers found
      Elite in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
      Elite in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery

      The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Illinois

      1740 W Taylor St, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ivo Tzvetanov is a Transplant Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Tzvetanov is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Enlarged Liver, Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Kidney Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

      Elite in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
      Elite in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery

      The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Illinois

      840 S Wood St, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mario Spaggiari is a Transplant Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Spaggiari is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Obesity, Kidney Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery

      Loyola University Medical Center

      2160 S 1st Ave, 
      Maywood, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Raquel Garcia-Roca is a Transplant Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Garcia-Roca is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Polycystic Kidney Disease, Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Garcia-Roca is currently accepting new patients.

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      Daniel O'brien
      Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery
      Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery

      Advocate Medical Group General Surgery

      4400 W 95th St, Ste 112, 
      Oak Lawn, IL 
      Experience:
      9+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Daniel O'brien is a Transplant Surgeon in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. O'brien has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Hernia, Liver Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

      Vinayak S. Rohan
      Distinguished in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery
      Distinguished in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery
      676 N St Clair St 19th Fl, Arkes Pavilion, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Experience:
      26+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Vinayak Rohan is a Transplant Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Rohan has been practicing medicine for over 26 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

      Satish N. Nadig
      Distinguished in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery
      Distinguished in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery
      676 N St Clair St 19th Fl, Arkes Pavilion, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Experience:
      22+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Satish Nadig is a Transplant Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Nadig has been practicing medicine for over 22 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Liver Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Kidney Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

      Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
      Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
      Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
      Surgical Oncology | General Surgery

      The University Of Chicago Medical Center

      5841 S Maryland Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French, German
      Accepting New Patients

      Jeffrey Matthews is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Matthews is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pancreatitis, Pancreatic Cancer, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Pancreatectomy, and Islet Cell Transplantation. Dr. Matthews is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery | Urology
      Distinguished in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery | Urology

      Rush University Medical Group

      1620 W Harrison St, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Yoruba
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Oyedolamu Olaitan is a Transplant Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Olaitan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Intussusception in Children, Pancreas Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Olaitan is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
      Distinguished in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery

      The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Illinois

      1855 W Taylor St, Mc648, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Enrico Benedetti is a Transplant Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Benedetti is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Short Bowel Syndrome, Obesity, Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Kidney Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

      Joseph R. Leventhal
      Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery
      Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery
      676 N St Clair St 19th Fl, Arkes Pavilion, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Experience:
      38+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Joseph Leventhal is a Transplant Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Leventhal has been practicing medicine for over 38 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Cirrhosis, Visceromegaly, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.

      Derrick A. Christopher
      Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery
      Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery
      676 N St Clair St 19th Fl, Arkes Pavilion, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Experience:
      15+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Derrick Christopher is a Transplant Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Christopher has been practicing medicine for over 15 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Liver, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

      Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery

      The University Of Chicago Medical Center

      5841 S Maryland Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Polish, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Piotr Witkowski is a Transplant Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Witkowski is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Islet Cell Transplantation, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Witkowski is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery

      The University Of Chicago Medical Center

      5841 S Maryland Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, German, Turkish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Rolf Barth is a Transplant Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Barth is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Liver Failure, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Barth is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery

      The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Illinois

      1801 W Taylor St, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Pierpaolo Di Cocco is a Transplant Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Di Cocco is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Liver Failure, Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

      Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
      General Surgery | Vascular Surgery
      Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
      General Surgery | Vascular Surgery

      The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Illinois

      840 S Wood St Mc, 958 Uic Surgery, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Stephen Bartlett is a General Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Bartlett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, Venous Insufficiency, Kidney Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant. Dr. Bartlett is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery

      The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Illinois

      840 S Wood St Mc, 958 Uic Surgery, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jorge Almario is a Transplant Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Almario is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Enlarged Liver, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.

      Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
      Nephrology | General Surgery
      Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
      Nephrology | General Surgery

      The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Illinois

      1855 W Taylor St, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ignatius Tang is a Nephrologist and a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Tang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Magnesium Deficiency, Chronic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

      Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery

      The University Of Chicago

      5841 S Maryland Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Piotr Bachul is a Transplant Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Bachul has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Islet Cell Transplantation, and Pancreatectomy.

      Daniel B. Cacho
      Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery
      Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery
      676 N St Clair St 19th Fl, Arkes Pavilion, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Experience:
      27+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Daniel Cacho is a Transplant Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Cacho has been practicing medicine for over 27 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Visceromegaly, Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

      Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
      Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery

      Loyola University Medical Center

      2160 S 1st Ave, 
      Maywood, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Burcin Ekser is a Transplant Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Ekser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Sclerosing Cholangitis, Cholangitis, Liver Failure, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Ekser is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Pancreas Transplant?

      A pancreas transplant is surgery to implant a healthy pancreas from a donor into a person with diabetes. Pancreas transplants give the person a chance to stop taking insulin injections.

      When should I see a Pancreas Transplant doctor in Illinois, 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 Pancreas Transplant doctor in Illinois, 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 Pancreas Transplant doctors in Illinois, 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 Pancreas Transplant doctors in Illinois, 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 Pancreas Transplant doctor in Illinois, 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 Pancreas Transplant doctor search results page. 

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

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

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