The 20 Best Pancreas Transplant Doctors in California, US

Find the Experts and Specialists who perform Pancreas Transplant

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 71 doctor with experience in Pancreas Transplant near California, US. Of these, 45 are Experienced, 20 are Advanced and 6 are Distinguished.

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71 providers found
    Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
    General Surgery

    Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Bry is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Bry is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pancreas 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), Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Bry is board certified in Surgery - Board Certified.

    Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
    General Surgery

    Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Harish Mahanty is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Mahanty is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Hernia, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Mahanty is board certified in Surgery - Board Certified. Dr. Mahanty is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
    General Surgery

    Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Janet Bellingham is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Bellingham is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Gastroparesis, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Bellingham is board certified in Surgery - Board Certified. Dr. Bellingham is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Pancreas Transplant
    Distinguished in Pancreas Transplant

    Office

    757 Westwood Plz Ste 8501, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Douglas Farmer is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Farmer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Hepatic Ischemia, Malabsorption, Liver Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

    Distinguished in Pancreas Transplant
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Pancreas Transplant
    General Surgery

    Office

    100 Medical Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Fady Kaldas is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Kaldas is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Hepatic Ischemia, Liver Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

    Distinguished in Pancreas Transplant
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Pancreas Transplant
    General Surgery

    Loma Linda University Transplant Institute

    197 E Caroline St Ste 1400, 
    San Bernardino, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Bratton is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in San Bernardino, California. Dr. Bratton is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Hepatitis, Kidney Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

    Distinguished in Pancreas Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Pancreas Transplant
    Transplant Surgery

    Office

    757 Westwood Plz Ste 8236, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ronald Busuttil is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Busuttil is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatic Ischemia, Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Liver Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

    Distinguished in Pancreas Transplant
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Pancreas Transplant
    General Surgery

    Liver Disease And Transplant Center

    8900 Beverly Blvd, 
    West Hollywood, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donald Dafoe is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Dafoe is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Pancreas 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), Kidney Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

    Distinguished in Pancreas Transplant
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Pancreas Transplant
    General Surgery

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vatche Agopian is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Agopian is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Liver Cancer, Liver Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

    Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Office

    120 W Hellman Ave Ste 303, 
    Monterey Park, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Dy is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Monterey Park, California. Dr. Dy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Pyogenic Liver Abscess, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Pancreas Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.

    Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
    General Surgery

    Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Assad Hassoun is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Hassoun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Hepatectomy. Dr. Hassoun is board certified in Surgery - Board Certified. Dr. Hassoun is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
    Experienced in Pancreas Transplant

    Van Ness Campus MOB

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 5, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Miller is a Urologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Miller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Miller is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
    General Surgery

    Van Ness Campus MOB

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Casey Ward is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Ward is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. His clinical expertise encompasses Cavernous Lymphangioma, Cystic Hygroma, Abdominal Cystic Lymphangioma, Pancreas Transplant, and Islet Cell Transplantation. Dr. Ward is board certified in Surgery - Board Certified. Dr. Ward is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
    Vascular Surgery

    Center For Aortic Disease

    400 Parnassus Ave., Suite 501, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Jade Hiramoto is a vascular surgeon specializing in thoracic and abdominal aortic dissections and aneurysms, peripheral vascular disease, and extracranial cerebrovascular occlusive disease. Her skills encompass all aspects of endovascular (less invasive) procedures in addition to complex, traditional vascular surgeries. Hiramoto's research focuses on outcomes for patients undergoing vascular surgery, specifically looking at risk factors and predictors for vascular disease. Hiramoto's extensive training at UCSF includes her medical degree, residency in surgery, fellowships in interventional radiology and vascular surgery, and certification through the Advanced Training in Clinical Research program. Dr. Hiramoto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Artery Disease, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Aneurysm Repair, and Leg or Foot Amputation. Dr. Hiramoto is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, Vascular Surgery. Dr. Hiramoto is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
    General Surgery | Transplant Surgery
    Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
    General Surgery | Transplant Surgery

    Bariatric Surgery Center

    400 Parnassus Ave., Second Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Andrew Posselt, a bariatric and transplant surgeon, is co-director of the Pancreatic Islet Transplantation Program at UCSF Medical Center. He specializes in adult and pediatric kidney, liver and pancreas transplantation, as well as laparoscopic and open (traditional) bariatric surgery. In addition to caring for patients, Posselt conducts research on pancreatic islet cell transplantation, a procedure that can allow people with type 1 diabetes to discontinue insulin therapy. He also investigates mechanisms by which a transplant recipient's body rejects or tolerates tissue from a donor who isn't genetically identical, and he studies the metabolic and biochemical consequences of bariatric surgery. Posselt earned his medical degree and a doctorate in immunology from the University of Pennsylvania. He completed residencies in internal medicine and general surgery as well as a transplant fellowship at UCSF, before joining the staff in 2003. Posselt is a member of several professional and honorary societies, and has given presentations on transplant issues related to patient care and research. At UCSF, he supervises residents and fellows in transplant services and general surgery. Dr. Posselt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Chronic Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Islet Cell Transplantation, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Posselt is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. Dr. Posselt is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
    Transplant Surgery

    Kidney Transplant Center

    400 Parnassus Ave., Seventh Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Christopher E. Freise is an organ transplant surgeon with particular interests in adult and pediatric liver and kidney transplants, surgery for liver tumors and kidney cysts, laparoscopic surgery for the liver and gallbladder, and surgery for dialysis access. In his research, Freise studies immunosuppressive drugs used after transplantation and methods to prevent the tissue injury that occurs after blood supply is restored to the organ. His research is recognized and funded by the National Institutes of Health and American Society of Transplant Surgeons. Freise earned his medical degree at the University of Minnesota, where he completed a residency in surgery. He completed a postdoctoral fellowship in transplant surgery at UCSF. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Freise is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), SVC Obstruction, May Thurner Syndrome, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Freise is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. Dr. Freise is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
    Advanced in Pancreas Transplant

    Office

    200 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 565C, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Suphamai Bunnapradist is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Bunnapradist is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Cytomegalovirus Infection, Acute Kidney Failure, Kidney Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

    Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
    Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
    Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
    Transplant Surgery | General Surgery

    Kidney Transplant Center

    400 Parnassus Ave., Seventh Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Garrett R. Roll is a general surgeon who specializes in abdominal organ transplantation. He cares for both adults and children, performing liver and kidney transplants using living donors; complex procedures involving the liver, pancreas, gallbladder and bile ducts; and kidney autotransplants (removing a diseased kidney to treat a challenging problem with the ureter, then placing the kidney back into the patient). He also provides surgical care for patients with end-stage organ disease and patients on immunosuppressive therapies. His expertise includes using minimally invasive techniques. Roll is an investigator on clinical trials looking at outcomes for organ transplant recipients and at advanced organ preservation (storing organs for future transplantation). He serves in leadership roles for several patient safety and quality improvement committees at UCSF, in addition to teaching medical students and residents. He is also on the editorial board of multiple peer-reviewed journals. Roll earned his medical degree from the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University. He completed a residency in general surgery and a fellowship in abdominal transplant surgery at UCSF, while also studying liver cell therapy and liver regeneration in Dr. Holger Willenbring's laboratory. After completing his training, he was a senior international fellow in liver retrieval and transplant at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, which has the busiest liver surgery unit in the United Kingdom. During this time, he gained experience with donation after circulatory death (DCD) liver transplantation and a method of preserving donated livers during transport called normothermic machine perfusion. Dr. Roll is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Liver Cancer, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Roll is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Surgery. Dr. Roll is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
    Colorectal Surgery

    Cleveland Clinic

    400 Craven Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ron Shapiro is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in San Marcos, California. Dr. Shapiro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Appendicitis, Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Kidney Transplant, and Appendectomy.

    Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
    Transplant Surgery

    UCI Health

    101 The City Dr S, 
    Orange, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hirohito Ichii is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Ichii is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 7 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 Pancreas Transplant.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Pancreas Transplant?

    A pancreas transplant is surgery to implant a healthy pancreas from a donor into a person with diabetes. Pancreas transplants give the person a chance to stop taking insulin injections.

    When should I see a Pancreas Transplant doctor in California, US?

    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 Pancreas Transplant doctor in California, US?

    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 Pancreas Transplant doctors in California, US?

    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 Pancreas Transplant doctors in California, US?

    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 Pancreas Transplant doctor in California, US?

    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 Pancreas Transplant doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Pancreas 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 Pancreas Transplant doctor in California, US?

    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 Pancreas 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 Pancreas 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 Pancreas Transplant doctors in California, US?

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

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