The 20 Best Heart Transplant Doctors near Louisville, KY

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Heart Transplant near Louisville, KY. Of these, 7 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Elite in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

    University Of Louisville Physicians Inc

    201 Abraham Flexner Way, Suite 1200, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Slaughter is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Slaughter is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemolysis, Aortic Dissection, Endocarditis, Heart Transplant, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Slaughter is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Advanced in Heart Transplant

    Uofl Physicians-Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery

    201 Abraham Flexner Way Ste 1200, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michele Gallo is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Gallo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Stenosis, Atrial Myxoma, Ventricular Septal Defects, Heart Transplant, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology

    Uofl Physicians-Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery

    201 Abraham Flexner Way Ste 1200, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Erin Schumer is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Schumer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Mediastinitis, Ventricular Septal Defects, Cardiogenic Shock, Heart Transplant, and Lung Transplant.

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    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology

    Norton Children's Sleep Medicine-Novak Center

    411 E Chestnut St, 
    Louisville,, KY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sarah Wilkens is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Louisville,, Kentucky. Dr. Wilkens is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), DiGeorge Syndrome, Cardiomyopathy, and Heart Transplant.

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology

    Norton Children's Sleep Medicine-Novak Center

    411 E Chestnut St, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrea Lambert is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Lambert is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Murmurs, Cardiomyopathy, Heterotaxy Syndrome, Right Ventricle Hypoplasia, and Heart Transplant.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Experienced in Heart Transplant

    Norton Heart & Vascular Institute - Advanced Heart Failure & Recovery Program

    2355 Poplar Level Road, Suite G1, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    12+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Logan Eberly is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. He has been practicing medicine for over 12 years. Dr. Eberly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Congenital Mitral Malformation, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), and Heart Transplant. Dr. Eberly is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery

    University Cardiothoracic Surgical Associates PSC

    201 Abraham Flexner Way Ste 1200, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Deborah Kozik is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Kozik is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Vascular Ring, Double Aortic Arch, Double Outlet Right Ventricle, Heart Transplant, and Aneurysm Repair.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery | Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery | Vascular Surgery

    University Of Louisville Physicians Inc

    201 Abraham Flexner Way, Suite 1200, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Siddharth Pahwa is a Thoracic Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Pahwa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Constrictive Pericarditis, Cardiogenic Shock, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG). Dr. Pahwa is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery

    University Cardiothoracic Surgical Associates PSC

    201 Abraham Flexner Way Ste 1200, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Erle Austin is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Austin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. His clinical expertise encompasses Double Outlet Left Ventricle, Double Outlet Right Ventricle, Truncus Arteriosus, Tetralogy of Fallot, and Heart Transplant.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery

    University Cardiothoracic Surgical Associates PSC

    201 Abraham Flexner Way Ste 1200, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kendra Grubb is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Grubb is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Regurgitation, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Experienced in Heart Transplant

    University Of Louisville Physicians

    401 East Chestnut Street, Unit 310, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Rakesh Gopinathannair is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. He has been practicing medicine for over 23 years. Dr. Gopinathannair is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), His Bundle Tachycardia, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Gopinathannair is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology - 2010 , American Board Of Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease - 2009 , and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine - 2006. Dr. Gopinathannair is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Internal Medicine
    550 South Jackson St, Acb, 3rd Floor, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Spindel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Spindel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Myxoma, Carney Complex, Tieche-Jadassohn Nevus, Pyogenic Liver Abscess, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Spindel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology

    Cincinnati Children's At Louisville

    950 Breckenridge Ln Ste 195, 
    Louisville,, KY 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bradley Keller is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Louisville,, Kentucky. Dr. Keller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy, Heart Murmurs, Ventricular Septal Defects, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, and Heart Transplant.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Heart Transplant?

    A heart transplant is surgery to remove a damaged or diseased heart and replace it with a healthy donor heart.

    When should I see a Heart Transplant doctor near Louisville, KY?

    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 Heart Transplant doctor near Louisville, KY?

    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 Heart Transplant doctors near Louisville, KY?

    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 Heart Transplant doctors near Louisville, KY?

    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 Heart Transplant doctor near Louisville, KY?

    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 Heart Transplant doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Heart 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 Heart Transplant doctor near Louisville, KY?

    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 Heart 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 Heart 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 Heart Transplant doctors near Louisville, KY?

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

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