25 of the Best Transplant Surgeons Near Me in Atlanta, GA
25 of the Best Transplant Surgeons Near Me in Atlanta, GA
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Transplant Surgeon Search Results
MediFind found 75 specialists near Atlanta, GA
Samsky Advanced Heart Failure Clinic
Dr. Marti received her undergraduate degree in 2002 from The University of Georgia in Athens and earned her medical degree in 2007 from Mercer University where she was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society. She completed her Internal Medicine residency and General Cardiology fellowship at Emory University in Atlanta. Dr. Marti completed an additional year in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology and also received her Masters in Clinical Research during her training at Emory.Dr. Marti is board certified in Internal Medicine, General Cardiology, Echocardiography and Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology. She is a member of the American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association, Heart Failure Society of America and International Society of Heart and Lung Transplantation. She has received grant funding from the American Heart Association and remains involved with heart failure research with many active clinical trials and journal publications. Her clinical interests include heart failure and transplant cardiology, mechanical circulatory support, congenital heart disease, cardio-oncology, cardiac imaging and women's heart disease, including heart disease during pregnancy.In her spare time, Dr. Marti enjoys spending time with her family, traveling and playing tennis. Dr. Marti welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Marti is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Heart Transplant.
Emory Transplant Center
Stephen Pastan is a Transplant Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Pastan has been practicing medicine for over 45 years is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Glomerulonephritis, Kidney Transplant, and Colonoscopy.
Emory Heart & Vascular Center At Clifton Campus
Sonjoy Laskar is a Transplant Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Laskar has been practicing medicine for over 30 years is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Transplant, and Cardiac Ablation.
Emory Transplant Center
Kenneth Newell is a Transplant Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Newell has been practicing medicine for over 42 years is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Polycystic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.
Piedmont Providers LLC
Giridhar Vedula is a Transplant Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Vedula is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Vedula is currently accepting new patients.
Piedmont Transplant Institute
Dr. Lance Stein is transplant hepatologist and the Medical Director of Piedmont's Hepatology and Liver Transplant Program since 2021. He has been at Piedmont since 2010. He is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at Mercer University School of Medicine. His special interests include viral hepatitis, alcohol related liver disease, acute on chronic liver failure, metabolic associated steatotic liver disease (MASH/MAFLD), and autoimmune liver diseases (including but not limited to autoimmune hepatitis, primary biliary cholangitis, and primary sclerosing cholangitis). He also is an expert in management of the complications of liver cirrhosis including portal hypertension and liver cancers.He is a fellow for the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases, American Gastroenterology Association, and the American College of Physicians. He has served on national committees for the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases, American College of Gastroenterology, American Gastroenterology Association and the American Society of Transplantation.Following graduation from Temple University School of Medicine, he completed residency in internal medicine at Emory University School of Medicine, followed by a gastroenterology fellowship at the University of California, San Diego. He also completed a fellowship in advanced/transplant hepatology at both Columbia and Cornell-New York Presbyterian Hospitals. Dr. Stein is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Liver Transplant.
Piedmont Transplant Institute
Alexander Lemmer is a Gastroenterologist and a Transplant Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Lemmer is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Cirrhosis, Hepatitis, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Lemmer is currently accepting new patients.
Piedmont Transplant Institute
Dr. Klein received her bachelors of science in ecology and evolutionary biology from the University of Arizona where she graduated Magna Cum Laude. Dr. Klein earned her medical degree from UCLA School of Medicine in Los Angeles, Calif. She completed her residency in internal medicine at UCSF in San Francisco, Calif. Her fellowship in nephrology was completed at the University of Colorado. In addition to her nephrology fellowship, she finished a medical transplant fellowship at the University of Wisconsin. Prior to joining Piedmont Transplant Institute, Dr. Klein was a transplant nephrologist at Washington University School of Medicine as the Medical Director for high risk kidney transplantation and pancreas transplantation. She also served as the Transplant Fellowship Program Director. Dr. Klein has been practicing medicine for 13 years and is board certified in internal medicine and nephrology. She is also a member of the American Society of Transplantation and the American Society of Nephrology. Dr. Klein welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Klein is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Cytomegalovirus Infection, Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (aHUS), D-Plus Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome, Kidney Transplant, and Nephrectomy.
Emory Heart & Vascular Center At Midtown
Dan Sorescu is a Transplant Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Sorescu has been practicing medicine for over 32 years is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.
Samsky Advanced Heart Failure Clinic
Arun Krishnamoorthy, MD, earned his undergraduate degrees from the University of Georgia and his medical degree from Emory University in 2007. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and Parkland Hospital in Dallas, Texas in 2010, also serving as a Chief Medicine Resident from 2010-2011. He completed his clinical and research fellowships in Cardiovascular Disease at Duke University and at the Duke Clinical Research Institute in 2015, with additional sub-specialty training in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology from 2015-2016 also at Duke University. Dr. Krishnamoorthy is board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, and Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology. In his spare time, Dr. Krishnamoorthy enjoys ultimate frisbee, Atlanta college and professional sports, travel, and spending time with family. Dr. Krishnamoorthy welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Krishnamoorthy is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Cardiogenic Shock, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Cardiac Ablation.
Emory Transplant Center
Ravi Vora is a Transplant Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Vora has been practicing medicine for over 15 years is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Macroamylasemia, Liver Failure, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
Emory Transplant Center
Sharon Graves is a Transplant Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Graves has been practicing medicine for over 28 years is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Cytomegalovirus Infection, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Proximal Renal Tubular Acidosis, Distal Renal Tubular Acidosis, and Colonoscopy.
Emory Heart & Vascular Center At Midtown
Andrew Smith is a Transplant Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Smith has been practicing medicine for over 42 years is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Heart Transplant, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
Emory University Hospital
Marwan Kazimi is a Transplant Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Kazimi has been practicing medicine for over 25 years is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Visceromegaly, Liver Failure, Liver Transplant, and Ileostomy.
Piedmont Transplant Institute
Emmanuel Minja is a General Surgeon and a Transplant Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Minja is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Polycystic Kidney Disease, Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Liver Failure, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Minja is currently accepting new patients.
Piedmont Transplant Institute
Dr. Jonathan Hundley is an abdominal transplant surgeon and is the Surgical Director of Liver Transplantation at Piedmont Transplant Institute. His special interests include liver transplantation, kidney transplantation, pancreas transplantation, and general surgery for cirrhotic patients. Dr. Hundley graduated summa cum laude from the University of Louisville School of Medicine in 2000. He completed his general surgery residency at the University of Michigan, and his abdominal transplant surgery fellowship at the University of Alabama-Birmingham. He received his undergraduate degree in biology from Asbury College in Wilmore, Kentucky. Prior to joining Piedmont Transplant Institute, Dr. Hundley served as Director of Liver Transplantation at the University of Kentucky Medical Center. Dr. Hundley is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.
Emory Clinic At 1365 Clifton Road
Mahmoud Abdou is a Transplant Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Abdou has been practicing medicine for over 24 years is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Cardiogenic Shock, and Angioplasty.
Emory Transplant Center
Thomas Pearson is a Transplant Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Pearson has been practicing medicine for over 44 years is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Polycystic Kidney Disease, Hepatitis C, Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.
Piedmont Transplant Institute
Samantha Aitchison is a Transplant Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Aitchison is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Polycystic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Aitchison is currently accepting new patients.
Emory Transplant Center
Idelberto Badell is a Transplant Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Badell has been practicing medicine for over 20 years is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Polycystic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.
Emory Heart & Vascular Center At Midtown
Robert Kaufmann is a primary care provider, practicing in Transplant Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Kaufmann has been practicing medicine for over 12 years is highly rated in 45 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol.
Samsky Advanced Heart Failure Clinic
David Markham is a Transplant Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Markham is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Pulmonary Edema, Cardiac Ablation, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Markham is currently accepting new patients.
Piedmont Transplant Institute
Dr. Eric M. Gibney is a program director for Piedmont Transplant Institute. He is a transplant nephrologist who specializes in kidney diseases and transplantation. Dr. Gibney's special interests include living kidney donation, transplant outreach, kidney disease in patients with liver disease, transplantation in HIV and clinical immunosuppression. He is involved with national committee work in living donor paired exchange, patient safety, and fellowship education in addition to being the Mason Endowed Chair in Transplant Services. Prior to joining Piedmont Transplant Institute, Dr. Gibney was a transplant nephrologist with the Division of Nephrology at the Hume-Lee Transplant Center at Virginia Commonwealth University. Dr. Gibney received his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine and completed his fellowship in renal transplantation and nephrology at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center in Denver. He completed his residency at New York University School of Medicine where he was also chief medical resident. He also performed post-graduate work in clinical research and biostatistics at the University of Colorado. Dr. Gibney is board certified in internal medicine and nephrology and has been published in numerous medical journals. Dr. Gibney is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Cytomegalovirus Infection, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Kidney Transplant.
Piedmont Transplant Institute
Raymond Rubin, M.D., has returned to Piedmont to become the Chief Scientific Officer and as a general and transplant hepatologist at Piedmont Transplant Institute. During his time at Piedmont from 1996-2011, he co-founded and served as the medical director of Piedmont's new liver transplant program (2004). From 2011 until 2014, Dr. Rubin left Atlanta for Boston to become a Medical Director at Vertex Pharmaceuticals, where he conducted research and evaluated new treatments for hepatitis C, other liver diseases, and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Rubin earned his medical degree from Cornell Medical College in New York, N.Y. He completed his residency in internal medicine and his fellowship in gastroenterology and hepatology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Rubin graduated summa cum laude with bachelors in molecular and cellular biology and British literature. Dr. Rubin has been practicing medicine for 28 years. He is board certified in gastroenterology, internal medicine and transplant hepatology, and is a fellow of the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases and of the American Gastroenterological Association.Dr. Rubin welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Rubin is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Liver Failure, Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, and Liver Transplant.
Emory Transplant Center
Samir Parekh is a Transplant Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Parekh has been practicing medicine for over 26 years is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Enlarged Liver, Hepatitis C, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.
When should I see a Transplant Surgeon near Atlanta, GA?
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 Transplant Surgeon near Atlanta, GA?
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.
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How does MediFind rank Transplant Surgeons near Atlanta, GA?
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 Transplant Surgeons near Atlanta, GA?
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 Transplant Surgeon in Atlanta?
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 Transplant Surgeon search results page.
Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Transplant Surgeon?
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 Transplant Surgeon near Atlanta, GA?
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 Transplant Surgeon?
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 Transplant Surgeon 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 Transplant Surgeons near Atlanta, GA?
Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Transplant Surgeon 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.
What are the most common health conditions that a Transplant Surgeon near Atlanta, GA might treat?
Cardiomyopathy
Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
Chronic Kidney Disease
Cirrhosis
Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Coronary Heart Disease
Crohn's Disease
Cystic Fibrosis
Gardner Syndrome
Gastroschisis
Glomerulonephritis
Heart Failure
Hepatitis C
Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
Necrotizing Enterocolitis
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Polycystic Kidney Disease
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Renovascular Hypertension
Short Bowel Syndrome
Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
Can I filter my search to find a Transplant Surgeon that offers video calls?
Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Transplant Surgeon search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls).























