The 20 Best Pancreas Transplant Doctors near Pittsburgh, PA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 18 doctor with experience in Pancreas Transplant near Pittsburgh, PA. Of these, 15 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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

    Office

    3550 Terrace St Scaife Hall 678, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr Stefan is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Stefan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Liver Cancer, Liver Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

    Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Advanced in Pancreas 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 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, Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Kidney Transplant, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Tevar is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Tevar is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pancreas Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Advanced in Pancreas 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 practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Molinari 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, Liver Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Molinari is board certified in Royal College Of Physicians And Surgeons Of Canada and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Molinari is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Pancreas 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 an Experienced 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, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Liver Cancer, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Humar is board certified in Royal College Of Physicians And Surgeons Of Canada. Dr. Humar is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Pancreas 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, Portuguese, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Ruy Cruz is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Cruz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Small Bowel Resection, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Cruz is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Cruz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Pancreas 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 Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Thrombophlebitis, Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Ganoza is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Ganoza is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
    Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Pancreas 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 practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Gunabushanam is rated as an Experienced 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, Short Bowel Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Gunabushanam is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Gunabushanam is currently accepting new patients.

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

    UPMC Children's Hospital Of Pittsburgh, Pediatric Transplant Services

    4401 Penn Avenue, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    George V. Mazariegos, MD, FACS, specializes in pediatric transplant surgery at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. He is certified by the American College of Surgeons and is chief of Pediatric Transplantation at UPMC while holding the title of Jamie Lee Curtis Chair in Transplantation Surgery. He received his medical degree from Northwestern University Medical School, completed his residency at Michigan State University, followed by fellowships at UPMC in critical care medicine, and the Thomas E. Starzl fellowship in transplantation, hepatic, and multivisceral transplantation.Dr. Mazariegos’ clinical interests include treatment of pediatric patients who have liver and intestinal disease that require transplantation or hepatobiliary surgery. He is a member of the Society of University Surgeons, the American Surgical Association, and the Pediatric Committee of the International Liver Transplant Society. He and colleagues recently founded the Starzl Network for Excellence in Pediatric Transplantation, a learning health system focused on accelerating innovation and patient centered care in pediatric transplantation. Dr. Mazariegos lives in Oakland with his wife and three children.View Dr. Mazariegos's full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Mazariegos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crigler-Najjar Syndrome, Biliary Atresia, Short Bowel Syndrome, Liver Transplant, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Mazariegos is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Mazariegos is currently accepting new patients.

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

    UPMC Children's Hospital Of Pittsburgh, Pediatric Transplant Services

    4401 Penn Avenue, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kyle Soltys, MD, is a board-certified pediatric liver transplant surgeon at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh and an associate professor of Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.Dr. Soltys earned his medical degree from the Boston University School of Medicine. He then completed a General Surgery Residency at the University Hospital Department of Surgery in Newark, NJ, followed by a Transplant Fellowship at Mount Sinai Medical Center, Recanati-Miller Transplant Institute. Finally, he completed a Transplantation Fellowship at UPMC’s Thomas E. Starzl Transplant Institute.His research and clinical interests include late graft loss in pediatric transplantation, infectious complications of pediatric transplant, ischemia/reperfusion injury in fatty liver models, preservation injury and post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorders.View Dr. Soltys' full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Soltys is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crigler-Najjar Syndrome, Cholestasis, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, Liver Transplant, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Soltys is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Soltys is currently accepting new patients.

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

    UPMC Children's Hospital Of Pittsburgh, Pediatric Transplant Services

    4401 Penn Avenue, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Ahmed Elsabbagh, MD, PhD, specializes in pediatric transplant surgery and is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery. He practices at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. Dr. Elsabbagh completed his medical degree and residency at Mansoura University in addition to completing residencies at the Cleveland Clinic and Henry Ford Hospital. He also completed fellowships at Mount Sinai Medical Center and MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Elsabbagh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. His clinical expertise encompasses Splenic Infarction, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Secondary Peritonitis, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Elsabbagh is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Elsabbagh is currently accepting new patients.

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

    UPMC Children's Hospital Of Pittsburgh, Pediatric Transplant Services

    4401 Penn Avenue, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rakesh Sindhi, MD, FACS, is a pediatric abdominal transplant surgeon, board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery. He is co-director of Pediatric Transplantation, director of Pediatric Transplant Research, and professor of surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Sindhi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatoblastoma, Biliary Atresia, Liver Failure, Liver Transplant, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Sindhi is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Sindhi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Pediatric Gastroenterology In Lawrenceville

    4401 Penn Avenue, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Rudolph, MD, is a board-certified pediatric gastroenterologist. He serves as the clinical director of the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition and medical director of the Intestinal Care and Rehabilitation (ICARE) Program at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. He is also vice chair of clinical affairs and an associate professor of pediatrics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.Dr. Rudolph completed his undergraduate work at Yale University and medical school training at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He went on to complete his pediatric residency at St. Louis Children’s Hospital and his pediatric gastroenterology fellowship at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center.Dr. Rudolph’s clinical interests are in the care of children with intestinal failure as well as those that go on to intestinal transplant.View Dr. Rudolph's full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Rudolph is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Short Bowel Syndrome, Atresia of Small Intestine, Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction, Hirschsprung Disease, and Pancreas Transplant. Dr. Rudolph is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

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

    Office

    3459 5th Ave # 725, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Henkie Tan is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Tan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.

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

    Allegheny General Hospital

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

    Tadahiro Uemura is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Uemura is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Low Blood Pressure, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

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

    UPMC Montefiore

    3459 5th Ave, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hwai-ding Lam is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Hernia, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Liver Transplant.

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

    UPMC Children's Hospital Of Pittsburgh

    4401 Penn Ave, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neslihan Celik is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Celik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. Her clinical expertise encompasses Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, Short Bowel Syndrome, Liver Transplant, and Small Bowel Resection.

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

    Pediatric Surgery In Sewickley

    2599 Wexford Bayne Road, 
    Sewickley, PA 
     (13.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Research Interests. Dr. Bond is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Short Bowel Syndrome, Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction, Berdon Syndrome, Small Bowel Resection, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Bond is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Pancreas Transplant
    Gastroenterology

    AHN Nephrology Associates

    500 Blazier Dr Ste 200, 
    Wexford, PA 
     (13.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gursimran Kochhar is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Wexford, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kochhar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Pancreas Transplant. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Viral Gastroenteritis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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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 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 Pancreas 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 Pancreas 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 Pancreas 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 Pancreas 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 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 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 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 near Pittsburgh, PA?

    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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