The 20 Best Liver Transplant Doctors near Chicago, IL

Find the Experts and Specialists who perform Liver Transplant

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 111 doctor with experience in Liver Transplant near Chicago, IL. Of these, 71 are Experienced, 22 are Advanced, 12 are Distinguished and 6 are Elite.

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    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Elite in Liver Transplant
    259 E Erie St Ste 1600, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andres Duarte is a Hepatologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 25 years. Dr. Duarte is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Duarte is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology (Certified).

    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    676 N St Clair St 19th Fl, Arkes Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    30+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniela Ladner is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. She has been practicing medicine for over 30 years. Dr. Ladner is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Ladner is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (Certified).

    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology

    University Of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Charlton is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Charlton is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, and Islet Cell Transplantation.

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    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery

    Office

    676 N Saint Clair St Lbby 100, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr Michael is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Michael is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cirrhosis, Liver Cancer, Liver Failure, Kidney Transplant, and Liver Transplant.

    Elite in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery
    Elite in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery

    University Of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rolf Barth is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Barth is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Liver Failure, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Elite in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery

    University Of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr Trevor is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Trevor is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Cirrhosis, Hepatitis C, Liver Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

    Experienced in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery

    Advocate Medical Group General Surgery

    1875 Dempster St, Ste 465, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vadim Lyuksemburg is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Lyuksemburg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Transplant and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Lyuksemburg is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology

    Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alexander Hristov is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Hristov is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Hemorrhoids, Macroamylasemia, Portal Hypertension, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Hristov is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.

    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    259 E Erie St Ste 1600, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    49+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Ganger is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 49 years. Dr. Ganger is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Ganger is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology (Certified).

    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    259 E Erie St Ste 1600, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    30+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Laura Kulik is a Hepatologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. She has been practicing medicine for over 30 years. Dr. Kulik is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Liver Cancer, Hepatitis, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Liver Transplant, and Liver Embolization. Dr. Kulik is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Transplant Hepatology (Certified).

    Experienced in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery | Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery | Vascular Surgery

    The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Illinois

    840 S Wood St Mc, 958 Uic Surgery, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Bartlett is a General Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Bartlett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, Venous Insufficiency, Kidney Transplant, and Osteotomy. Dr. Bartlett is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Advanced in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Suburban Gastroenterology, Ltd.

    1243 Rickert Dr., 
    Naperville, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Couri is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Naperville, Illinois. Dr. Couri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Ascites, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Couri is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Advanced in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    676 N St Clair St 19th Fl, Arkes Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Derrick Christopher is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 16 years. Dr. Christopher is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Liver, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Christopher is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (Certified).

    Advanced in Liver Transplant
    Advanced in Liver Transplant
    259 E Erie St Ste 1600, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    14+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Justin Boike is a Hepatologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 14 years. Dr. Boike is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Hepatitis, Portal Hypertension, Liver Transplant, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery. Dr. Boike is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology (Certified).

    Advanced in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Advanced in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    676 N St Clair St 19th Fl, Arkes Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Zachary Dietch is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 15 years. Dr. Dietch is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Liver Failure, Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Kidney Transplant, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Dietch is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (Certified).

    Advanced in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Liver Transplant
    Gastroenterology

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    5140 N. California Ave., Suite 545-GMP, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nabeel Wahid, MD, an internal medicine physician at Endeavor Health, provides comprehensive care for adult patients with a focus on the prevention, diagnosis and management of chronic and acute conditions. Dr. Wahid applies evidence-based medicine to address a wide range of health needs, from routine checkups to complex medical issues. He collaborates closely with patients to support their long-term wellbeing and coordinates care with specialists when needed to ensure continuity across the healthcare system. Dr. Wahid is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis, Liver Failure, Hepatorenal Syndrome, Hepatitis C, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Wahid is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Advanced in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    676 N St Clair St 19th Fl, Arkes Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    33+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Juan Ramirez is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 33 years. Dr. Ramirez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Enlarged Liver, Liver Transplant, and Hepatectomy.

    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    Transplant Surgery

    Northwestern Memorial Hospital

    251 E Huron St, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr Anton is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Anton is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Liver Cancer, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Estella Alonso is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Alonso is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Biliary Atresia, Liver Failure, Cholestasis, Alagille Syndrome, and Liver Transplant.

    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Liver Transplant
    General Surgery

    University Of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Fung is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Fung is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Liver Transplant. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Liver Cancer, Chronic Pancreatitis, Liver Transplant, and Islet Cell Transplantation.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Liver Transplant?

    Liver transplant is surgery to replace a diseased liver with a healthy liver.

    When should I see a Liver Transplant doctor near Chicago, IL?

    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 Liver Transplant doctor near Chicago, IL?

    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 Liver Transplant doctors near Chicago, IL?

    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 Liver Transplant doctors near Chicago, IL?

    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 Liver Transplant doctor near Chicago, IL?

    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 Liver Transplant doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Liver 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 Liver Transplant doctor near Chicago, IL?

    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 Liver 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 Liver 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 Liver Transplant doctors near Chicago, IL?

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

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