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    MediFind found 46 doctor with experience in Kidney Transplant near Pittsburgh, PA. Of these, 27 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced, 6 are Elite and 5 are Distinguished.

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      Amit Tevar
      Elite in Kidney Transplant
      Transplant Surgery
      Elite in Kidney Transplant
      Transplant Surgery

      Starzl Transplantation Institute - UPMC Transplant Services

      3459 5th Avenue, Montefiore, 7 South, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Gujarati , Hindi
      Accepting New Patients

      Amit Tevar, MD, is the surgical director of the Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Program at UPMC and is certified in multi-organ transplantation and hepatobiliary by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Tevar received his medical degree from the University of Missouri School of Medicine and completed his residency in general surgery at Indiana University School of Medicine where he served as chief resident. He completed his fellowship in multi-organ transplant surgery at the University of Chicago and the University of Cincinnati. Dr. Tevar is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Kidney Transplant, and Liver Transplant.

      Chethan M. Puttarajappa
      Elite in Kidney Transplant
      Transplant Surgery
      Elite in Kidney Transplant
      Transplant Surgery

      Starzl Transplantation Institute - UPMC Transplant Services

      3459 5th Avenue, Montefiore, 7 South, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Chethan Puttarajappa is a Transplant Surgeon in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Puttarajappa is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Chronic Kidney Disease, Cytomegalovirus Infection, Osmotic Demyelination Syndrome, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Puttarajappa is currently accepting new patients.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Elite in Kidney Transplant
      Elite in Kidney Transplant
      3459 5th Ave, 7 South, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sundaram Hariharan is a Nephrologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hariharan is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Cytomegalovirus Infection, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Kidney Transplant.

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      Elite in Kidney Transplant
      Elite in Kidney Transplant

      Starzl Transplantation Institute - UPMC Transplant Services

      3459 5th Avenue, Montefiore, 7 South, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Telugu

      Aravind Cherukuri is a Nephrologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Cherukuri is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Chronic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Nephrectomy.

      Elite in Kidney Transplant
      Elite in Kidney Transplant

      Allegheny Clinic

      320 E N Ave, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (8.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Kalathil Sureshkumar is a Nephrologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sureshkumar is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Hypercalcemia, Milk-Alkali Syndrome, Low Potassium Level, and Kidney Transplant.

      Stefan Schneeberger
      Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
      Transplant Surgery
      Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
      Transplant Surgery
      3550 Terrace St, Scaife Hall 678, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Stefan Schneeberger is a Transplant Surgeon in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Schneeberger is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Liver Cancer, Liver Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

      Michele Molinari
      Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
      Transplant Surgery
      Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
      Transplant Surgery

      Starzl Transplantation Institute - UPMC Transplant Services

      3459 5th Avenue, Montefiore, 7 South, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Italian, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Michele Molinari is a Transplant Surgeon in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Molinari is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Liver Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Molinari is currently accepting new patients.

      Karim M. Soliman
      Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
      Distinguished in Kidney Transplant

      University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Medicine, Division Of Renal-Electrolyte

      200 Lothrop Street, A915 Scaife Hall, UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, French, German
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Karim Soliman, MD, specializes in nephrology and is board-certified in nephrology and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian. Dr. Soliman completed his fellowships at the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and Cairo University and residency and medical degree at Cairo University. Dr. Soliman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Membranoproliferative Glomerulonephritis, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Abhinav Humar
      Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
      Transplant Surgery
      Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
      Transplant Surgery

      Starzl Transplantation Institute - UPMC Transplant Services

      3459 5th Avenue, Montefiore, 7 South, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi
      Accepting New Patients

      Abhinav Humar, MD, is the clinical director of the Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute and chief of UPMC Transplant Services. He received his medical degree from the University of Ottawa where he also completed his general surgical residency. He completed his surgical fellowship in transplantation at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Humar is a member of the American Society of Transplant Surgeons and the International Liver Transplantation Society with more than 600 abstracts accepted at national and international transplant meetings and has co-authored more than 200 manuscripts, 30 book chapters and two books. Dr. Humar’s clinical interests include living donor and split liver transplants and studies of hepatic regeneration. View Dr. Humar’s full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Humar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Liver Cancer, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

      Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
      Distinguished in Kidney Transplant
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (0.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Fadi Lakkis is a Nephrologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lakkis is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Islet Cell Transplantation.

      Elite in Kidney Transplant
      Internal Medicine
      Elite in Kidney Transplant
      Internal Medicine

      Premier Medical Associates PC

      2570 Haymaker Rd, 
      Monroeville, PA 
       (13.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      John Gill is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Monroeville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Gill has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, HIV/AIDS, Gangrene, Kidney Transplant, and Nephrectomy.

      Henkie P. Tan
      Advanced in Kidney Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Kidney Transplant
      Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
      3459 5th Ave, N725, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Henkie Tan is a Transplant Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Tan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.

      Vikraman Gunabushanam
      Advanced in Kidney Transplant
      Transplant Surgery
      Advanced in Kidney Transplant
      Transplant Surgery

      Starzl Transplantation Institute - UPMC Transplant Services

      3459 5th Avenue, Montefiore, 7 South, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu
      Accepting New Patients

      Vikraman Gunabushanam is a Transplant Surgeon in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Gunabushanam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Short Bowel Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Kidney Transplant, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Gunabushanam is currently accepting new patients.

      Armando Ganoza
      Advanced in Kidney Transplant
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Kidney Transplant
      General Surgery

      Starzl Transplantation Institute - UPMC Transplant Services

      3459 5th Avenue, Montefiore, 7 South, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Armando Ganoza, MD, is a transplant surgeon and is certified in adult and pediatric transplant surgery by the American Society of Transplant Surgeons (ASTS). He is a surgical director of the Pediatric Kidney Transplant Program at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh and is an assistant professor of surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from San Marcos University in Lima, Peru, and completed his residency at Guillermo Almenara Hospital in Lima, Peru. He received his fellowship training in kidney, pancreas, and small bowel transplant surgery from the Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute and UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. He also completed the ASTS fellowship in transplant and hepatobiliary surgery at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Ganoza’s clinical interests include kidney, liver, pancreas, and intestinal transplantation in children and adults. He has special interests in liver and kidney living organ donation. He is also experienced in autologous islet-cell transplantation for chronic pancreatitis. He has numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and is a member of several transplant societies including, ASTS, AST, IPTA, IRTA, TTS, and SPLIT. View Dr. Ganoza’s full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Ganoza is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Thrombophlebitis, Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

      David M. Rothstein
      Advanced in Kidney Transplant
      Advanced in Kidney Transplant

      University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Surgery

      200 Lothrop Street, W1542 BST, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      David Rothstein is a Nephrologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Rothstein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Kidney Transplant and Islet Cell Transplantation. Dr. Rothstein is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Kidney Transplant
      Advanced in Kidney Transplant
      320 E North Ave, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Richard Marcus is a Nephrologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Marcus is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Kidney Transplant.

      Advanced in Kidney Transplant
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Kidney Transplant
      General Surgery

      Allegheny Clinic

      420 E N Ave, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lorenzo Machado is a General Surgeon in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Machado is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Liver Failure, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.

      Nirav A. Shah
      Experienced in Kidney Transplant
      Transplant Surgery
      Experienced in Kidney Transplant
      Transplant Surgery

      UPMC Kidney Clinic

      120 Lytton Avenue, Suite 201, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Gujarati 
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Nirav Shah, MD, specializes in kidney transplant surgery and pancreas transplant surgery and nephrology and is certified in internal medicine and nephrology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at UPMC Kidney Clinic at University Center and is affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital and UPMC Shadyside. He completed his fellowship and residency at University of Pittsburgh and medical degree at SUNY Downstate Medical Center. Are you already a patient of this provider and have a MyUPMC account? Log in to MyUPMC to schedule. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Acute Arterial Occlusion of Kidney, Pseudohypoaldosteronism Type 2, Liddle Syndrome, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Kidney Transplant.

      Rujuta R. Patil
      Experienced in Kidney Transplant
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Kidney Transplant
      Internal Medicine

      University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Medicine

      3459 5th Avenue, MUH G100, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Rujuta Patil, MD, specializes in internal medicine. She is affiliated with UPMC Mercy. Dr. Patil completed her residency at the University of Washington School of Medicine and medical degree at Wayne State University School of Medicine. Dr. Patil is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. Her top areas of expertise are Mononucleosis and Kidney Transplant.

      Ranil N. Desilva
      Experienced in Kidney Transplant
      Experienced in Kidney Transplant

      UPMC Kidney Clinic

      120 Lytton Avenue, Suite 201, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ranil DeSilva, MD, is certified in nephrology and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at UPMC Kidney Clinic at University Center and is affiliated with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Mercy. He completed his fellowship at Beth Israel Medical Center, residency at Baylor College of Medicine and medical degree at Temple University School of Medicine. Are you already a patient of this provider and have a MyUPMC account? Log in to MyUPMC to schedule. Dr. Desilva is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Kidney Transplant. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, Kidney Transplant, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 Pittsburgh, PA?

      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 Pittsburgh, PA?

      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 Pittsburgh, PA?

      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 Pittsburgh, PA?

      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 Pittsburgh, PA?

      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 Pittsburgh, PA?

      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 Pittsburgh, PA?

      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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