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Jon Odorico, MD, is a UW Health transplant surgeon and professor in the Department of Surgery, Division of Transplantation at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.Dr. Odorico provides comprehensive pre- and post-transplant care for patients of all ages. He specializes in kidney, pancreas and islet (groups of cells in the pancreas) transplant surgery for patients with diabetes and kidney failure.For more than 25 years, Dr. Odorico has been practicing patient-centered care with shared decision-making. He builds lasting relationships with his patients built on trust and experience. He takes time to learn about interests and listen to their goals. He educates patients about their conditions and the risks and benefits of each of their treatment options. Using various methods, including visual aids, Dr. Odorico works to ensure that his patients develop a deep understanding of their unique situation so they can make informed medical choices.In addition to his clinical and teaching roles, Dr. Odorico conducts research to find solutions to common transplantation challenges such as donor shortages. He also studies less invasive ways to cure diabetes using modified cells.In his free time, Dr. Odorico enjoys biking, skiing, playing soccer and farming.My hope for transplant patients is that it eliminates diabetes and kidney failure so they can eat, drink and do what they want without worry. Dr. Odorico is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Polycystic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Pancreas Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Odorico is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Odorico is currently accepting new patients.

Dixon Kaufman, MD, PhD, FACS, is a UW Health transplant surgeon and professor in the Department of Surgery, Division of Transplantation at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Dr. Kaufman performs abdominal transplantations for patients with organ failure. He specializes in kidney and pancreas transplant surgery.Open, honest communication is key to effective patient care. Prior to surgery, Dr. Kaufman ensures he and his patient are on the same page and that he has answered all of their questions. He understands that transplant surgery is a difficult decision. He wants his patients to know they are in good hands with an experienced, professional medical team.In addition to caring for patients and training the next generation of transplant surgeons, Dr. Kaufman is actively involved in research to push the field of transplantation surgery forward. He studies ways to minimize the anti-rejection medication people take after transplant surgery and is involved in cutting-edge research using animal organs in humans (xenotransplantation).In his free time, Dr. Kaufman is an avid sports fan and enjoys cycling and being outside with his family.My hope for all my patients is that they can live a healthy, long life with their newly transplanted organ. Dr. Kaufman is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Polycystic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Pancreas Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Kaufman is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Kaufman is currently accepting new patients.

Sandesh Parajuli, MD, is a UW Health transplant nephrologist (kidney transplant doctor) and transplant medicine specialist. He is also a associate professor n the Department of Medicine at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.Dr. Parajuli cares for patients with advanced kidney or pancreas disease before and after organ transplant surgery. He focuses on their medical care and health. He discusses their condition and addresses questions or concerns. He tells them what to expect and how to stay healthy and safe after an organ transplant.He is part of a multispecialty UW Health team with more than 65 years of transplant success. The group includes case managers, surgical and medical teams, social workers, dietitians, pharmacist coordinators and other specialists. They’re continually in touch with the patient and the providers involved in that patient’s care.Dr. Parajuli conducts clinical studies and translational research, which translates scientific findings to patient care. He works with medical students, residents, fellows and other colleagues on research, including the evaluation of difficult-to-treat infections. They also study antibody-mediated organ rejection to prevent setbacks and improve transplant outcomes.In his free time, Dr. Parajuli enjoys playing sports, including tennis, lawn tennis, ping-pong, soccer and cricket.The most rewarding part of my job is seeing a smile on my patient’s face. After treatment, they’re grateful and happy that they feel better and can get back to a more normal life. Dr. Parajuli is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Kidney Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant. Dr. Parajuli is board certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology. Dr. Parajuli is currently accepting new patients.