The 20 Best Kidney Transplant Doctors near cleveland, OH

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 54 doctor with experience in Kidney Transplant near cleveland, OH. Of these, 34 are Experienced, 11 are Advanced, 6 are Distinguished and 3 are Elite.

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    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    2050 East 96th Street, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Emilio Poggio is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Poggio is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Kidney Transplant, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Poggio is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2003. Dr. Poggio is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    2050 East 96th Street, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joshua Augustine is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Augustine is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Augustine is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2003. Dr. Augustine is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Elite in Kidney Transplant
    Referral may be required

    University Hospitals

    11100 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Titte Srinivas is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Srinivas is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Tubular Necrosis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Kidney Transplant, and Nephrectomy.

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    Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
    Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
    Referral may be required

    The MetroHealth System

    2500 Metrohealth Dr, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nagaraju Sarabu is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Sarabu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Kidney Transplant, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Sarabu is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anne Huml is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Huml is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Polycystic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Hepatitis, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Huml is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2013. Dr. Huml is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Kidney Transplant
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Kidney Transplant
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    University Hospitals

    11100 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Ammori is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Ammori is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma, Gallbladder Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Ammori is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
    Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    2050 East 96th Street, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Venkatesh Krishnamurthi is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Krishnamurthi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Renal Vein Thrombosis, Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Nephrectomy, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Krishnamurthi is board certified in American Board Of Urology, 2002. Dr. Krishnamurthi is currently accepting new patients.

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

    University Hospitals

    11100 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Edmund Sanchez is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Sanchez is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Hernia, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Sanchez is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Kidney Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Advanced in Kidney Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin, Taiwanese
    Accepting New Patients

    Yi-chia Lin is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Lin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Polycystic Kidney Disease, Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Lin is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Kidney Transplant
    Advanced in Kidney Transplant
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    2050 East 96th Street, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Crystal Gadegbeku is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Gadegbeku is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrotic Syndrome, Minimal Change Disease, Glomerulonephritis, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Gadegbeku is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 1996. Dr. Gadegbeku is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Kidney Transplant
    Advanced in Kidney Transplant
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic-Nephrology

    9500 Euclid Ave # 25, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sankar Navaneethan is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Navaneethan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, High Potassium Level, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Kidney Transplant, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Navaneethan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Kidney Transplant
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Kidney Transplant
    Internal Medicine

    The MetroHealth System

    2500 Metrohealth Dr, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ashwini Sehgal is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Sehgal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), COVID-19, Kidney Transplant, and Parathyroidectomy.

    Experienced in Kidney Transplant
    Experienced in Kidney Transplant
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Sedor is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Sedor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Minimal Change Disease, Nephrotic Syndrome, Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Kidney Transplant, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Sedor is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 1984. Dr. Sedor is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christine Koval is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Koval is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Cholangitis, Febrile Neutropenia, Lung Transplant, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Koval is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2001. Dr. Koval is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sherif Mossad is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Mossad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Febrile Neutropenia, Sclerosing Cholangitis, Cholangitis, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Mossad is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 1996. Dr. Mossad is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Kidney Transplant
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Kidney Transplant
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Valentin Mocanu is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Mocanu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Gastric Bypass, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Mocanu is board certified in Royal College Of Physicians And Surgeons Of Canada, 2013. Dr. Mocanu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Kidney Transplant
    Experienced in Kidney Transplant
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Korey Bartolomeo is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Bartolomeo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Kidney Failure, Hypophosphatasia (HPP), Hypophosphatemia, Juvenile Paget's Disease, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Bartolomeo is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2020. Dr. Bartolomeo is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Eduardo Fernandes is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Fernandes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Hepatitis, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery. Dr. Fernandes is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, 2019. Dr. Fernandes is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Kidney Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Advanced in Kidney Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic

    9500 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andreas Tzakis is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Tzakis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Liver Cancer, Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

    Advanced in Kidney Transplant
    Nephrology
    Advanced in Kidney Transplant
    Nephrology
    Referral may be required

    Cleveland Clinic

    9500 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ziad Zaky is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Zaky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Cytomegalovirus Infection, Kidney Transplant, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Zaky is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Kidney Transplant?

    A kidney transplant is surgery to place a healthy kidney into a person with kidney failure.

    When should I see a Kidney Transplant doctor near cleveland, OH?

    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 Kidney Transplant doctor near cleveland, OH?

    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 Kidney Transplant doctors near cleveland, OH?

    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 Kidney Transplant doctors near cleveland, OH?

    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 Kidney Transplant doctor near cleveland, OH?

    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 Kidney Transplant doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Kidney 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 Kidney Transplant doctor near cleveland, OH?

    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 Kidney 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 Kidney 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 Kidney Transplant doctors near cleveland, OH?

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

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