The 20 Best Heart Transplant Doctors near charleston, SC

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 40 doctor with experience in Heart Transplant near charleston, SC. Of these, 25 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced, 6 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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40 providers found
    Elite in Heart Transplant
    General Surgery
    Elite in Heart Transplant
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MUSC University Hospital

    171 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Arman Kilic is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Kilic is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Obesity, Heart Transplant, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG). Dr. Kilic is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MUSC Health Cardiology At Ashley River Tower

    25 Courtenay Drive, 1st Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Houston is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Houston is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sarcoidosis, Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Transplant, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Houston is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Institute For Applied Neurosciences

    96 Jonathan Lucas St, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Minoo Kavarana is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Kavarana is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Truncus Arteriosus, Aortopulmonary Window, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Heart Transplant, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Kavarana is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    The Medical University Of South Carolina Foundation

    25 Courtenay Dr, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lucas Witer is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Witer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemolysis, Aortic Dissection, Heart Transplant, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Witer is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MUSC Health Cardiothoracic Surgery At Ashley River Tower

    25 Courtenay Dr, 1st Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marc Katz is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Katz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Katz is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MUSC University Hospital

    171 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Zubair Hashmi is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Hashmi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Mitral Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Heart Transplant, and Heart Valve Repair. Dr. Hashmi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MUSC Children's Health Surgery At Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital

    10 McClennan Banks Dr, 1st Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Bradley is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Bradley 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 Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Truncus Arteriosus, Transposition of the Great Arteries, Atrioventricular Septal Defect, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Bradley is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Referral may be required

    MUSC Health Cardiology At Ashley River Tower

    25 Courtenay Drive, 1st Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Gold is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Gold is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Gold is currently accepting new patients.

    Transplant Surgery
    Transplant Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MUSC Health Cardiology At Ashley River Tower

    25 Courtenay Drive, 1st Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Di Salvo is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Di Salvo is rated as undefined provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Pacemaker Implantation, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Di Salvo is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    MUSC University Hospital

    171 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Buckley is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Buckley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Truncus Arteriosus, Aortopulmonary Window, Pulmonary Atresia with Intact Ventricular Septum, Gastrostomy, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Buckley is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MUSC Health Cardiology At Ashley River Tower

    25 Courtenay Drive, 1st Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ryan Tedford is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Tedford is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Pulmonary Hypertension, Scleroderma, Heart Transplant, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Tedford is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MUSC Health Cardiology At Ashley River Tower

    25 Courtenay Drive, 1st Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jan Griffin is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Griffin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy, Restrictive Cardiomyopathy (RCM), Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Griffin is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Transplant Surgery | Cardiology
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Transplant Surgery | Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    MUSC Health Cardiology At West Ashley Medical Pavilion

    2060 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Judge is a Transplant Surgeon and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Judge is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy, Cardiac Amyloidosis, Heart Transplant, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Judge is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    169 Ashley Ave Rm 202, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennie Kwon is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Kwon is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses SVC Obstruction, Fibrosarcoma, Heart Transplant, and Lung Transplant.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology | Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology | Pediatric Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    MUSC Children's Health Cardiology At Summey Medical Pavilion

    2250 Mall Dr, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Rhodes is a Cardiologist and a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in North Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Rhodes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Patent Foramen Ovale, Pulmonary Atresia with Intact Ventricular Septum, Patent Foramen Ovale Repair, and Angioplasty. Dr. Rhodes is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    MUSC Children's Health Cardiology At Summey Medical Pavilion

    2250 Mall Dr, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Hlavacek is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in North Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Hlavacek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Patent Foramen Ovale Repair, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Hlavacek is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Transplant Surgery | Cardiology
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Transplant Surgery | Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    MUSC Health Cardiology At Ashley River Tower

    25 Courtenay Drive, 1st Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Carnicelli is a Transplant Surgeon and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Carnicelli is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Heart Failure, Heart Attack, Heart Transplant, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Carnicelli is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Referral may be required

    Carolina Family Care Inc

    2060 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Amanda Northup is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Northup is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, Cardiomyopathy, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Northup is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    169 Ashley Ave Rm 202, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Morgan Hill is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Hill 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, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Ventricular Septal Defects, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), and Heart Transplant.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MUSC Health Transplant Clinic At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 1st Floor, 9th Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Scalea is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Scalea is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 4 other 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. Scalea is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 charleston, SC?

    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 charleston, SC?

    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 charleston, SC?

    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 charleston, SC?

    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 charleston, SC?

    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 charleston, SC?

    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 charleston, SC?

    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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