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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.

Didier Mandelbrot, MD, is a UW Health nephrologist (kidney specialist). Dr. Mandelbrot is also a professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.Dr. Mandelbrot cares for patients with advanced kidney disease, including kidney failure, kidney injuries and diseases that affect kidney function. He diagnoses and treats disorders and manages patients’ medical care before and after transplant surgery.Using compassion and teamwork, Dr. Mandelbrot guides organ recipients and donors. He evaluates their condition, educates them about treatments and helps them determine their best options. Before surgery, he works to improve patients’ health through medical therapies and other steps. He helps improve results by ensuring they are in the best possible condition before and after surgery.Dr. Mandelbrot is the medical director of the UW Health Kidney and Pancreas Transplantation Program. He is also a leader in innovative transplant research. He studies ways to better diagnose and treat rejection of transplanted kidneys. He explores ways to promote living kidney donation to increase the availability of organs for those who need them.In his free time, Dr. Mandelbrot enjoys spending time with his family and playing clarinet in the medical school orchestra.The UW Health Transplant Program is nationally known for exceptional care. It’s gratifying to see people’s lives transformed after a successful kidney transplant. Dr. Mandelbrot is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cytomegalovirus Infection, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Chronic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Mandelbrot is board certified in Nephrology.

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.