25 of the Best Transplant Surgeons Near Me in houston, TX

Dr. Loor is passionate about helping to build a better future for patients with advanced heart and lung disease through clinical excellence, innovation and leadership. Dr. Loor is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Fibrosis, Constrictive Pericarditis, Lung Transplant, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Loor is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Loor is currently accepting new patients.

Prasun K. Jalal, M.D is Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Division of Abdominal Transplantation of the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery and in the Department of Medicine, Section of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, at Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Jalal is board certified in gastroenterology, internal medicine and transplant hepatology. Dr. Jalal earned his medical degree from Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India. His extensive training includes training in gastroenterology and hepatology at St. James Hospital in Leeds, England. He completed a fellowship in gastroenterology at Long Island Jewish Medical Center-Albert Einstein College of Medicine, New York and in transplant hepatology at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York. Dr. Jalal's clinical interests include viral hepatitis, liver transplant, liver cancer and autoimmune hepatitis. Dr. Jalal is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Esophageal Varices, Hepatitis A, Liver Transplant, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery. Dr. Jalal is currently accepting new patients.

Abbas Rana, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Abbas Rana specializes in Surgery and works at BCM Surgery - Transplant. To make an appointment, please call (832) 355-1400. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Rana is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Hepatoblastoma, Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Rana is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Rise Stribling is responsible for the care of liver transplant patients at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center. In addition to overseeing pre- and post-transplant end-stage liver disease patients, she is responsible for managing their long-term care and providing education before and after their surgical procedure. Dr. Stribling is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Autoimmune Hepatitis, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Stribling is currently accepting new patients.

Gagan K. Sood, M.D is Associate Professor of Surgery in the Division of Abdominal Transplantation of the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery and in the Department of Medicine, Section of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, at Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Sood is board certified in gastroenterology, internal medicine and transplant hepatology. Dr. Sood earned his medical degree from Himachal Pradesh Medical University in Himachal Pradesh, India. His extensive training includes an internship in internal medicine at Henry Ford Health System in Detroit, Michigan. He completed a fellowship in gastroenterology and advanced liver transplant fellowship at University of Alabama School of Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Sood's clinical interests include hepatocellular carcinoma, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), hepatitis B and hepatitis C. Dr. Sood is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Liver Transplant, and Hepatectomy. Dr. Sood is currently accepting new patients.

Since she was an intern at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Dr. Saira Khaderi has developed a strong interest in hepatology and liver transplantation. During her residency, she was involved in research related to complications of portal hypertension, and in 2006 she was honored with the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases Travel Scholar Award, an award given to accomplished trainees with potential for a career in academic medicine. After completing her residency, she returned to Houston and continued working in transplant medicine at Methodist Hospital, where she was an active member of the liver and kidney transplant programs. Dr. Khaderi is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Khaderi is currently accepting new patients.

A native Houstonian, Dr. Ronald Cotton graduated valedictorian from the Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions in 1998. Upon graduation, he entered the Houston Premedical Academy, an 8-year BS/MD program housed at the University of Houston and Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Cotton completed a bachelor's of science in biology summa cum laude in 2002 and medical doctorate in 2006. After finishing medical school, he entered his general surgery residency at Baylor. During his residency, Dr. Cotton completed a two-year research fellowship at the Liver, Kidney and Pancreas Center and the Human Genome Sequencing Center at Baylor. There, his research interest centered on developing a high-quality tissue repository, and using these samples to detect genomic differences between Hepatitis B-, Hepatitis C-, and non-viral associated hepatocellular carcinoma. His research has resulted in numerous peer-reviewed publication as well as local, national and international presentations. Dr. Cotton has received numerous clinical accolades during his residency, including being named a 2012 Raleigh Ross Scholar by the Texas Surgical Society. Dr. Cotton is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatoblastoma, Liver Failure, Hepatic Cystic Hamartoma, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Cotton is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Erik Eddie Suarez is a distinguished cardiothoracic surgeon, leading as Director of Cardiothoracic Transplantation for the CommonSpirit Health – Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center Transplant Institute and serving as faculty at Baylor College of Medicine. He offers compassionate expertise in challenging heart and lung transplant procedures, alongside advanced circulatory support for patients facing severe heart failure. Dr. Suarez is passionate about giving patients every possible chance for a healthier future.Dr. Suarez earned his BA in Biochemistry from Rice University. He completed his General Surgery Residency at Baylor College of Medicine and his Thoracic Surgery Residency via the Texas Heart Institute at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. He further expanded his knowledge with a research fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania. He is board-certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, reflecting his commitment to the highest standards of care.With over a decade of leadership experience, including overseeing heart, lung, and mechanical circulatory support programs, Dr. Suarez played a pivotal role in significantly increasing transplant volumes at his prior institution, ensuring exceptional patient outcomes. He also established an innovative program for lung transplants that minimizes the need for blood transfusions. Renowned for his advanced life-support expertise, he contributed significantly to patient care during the COVID-19 pandemic. He shares his knowledge through publications in respected medical journals and advises on national committees, always working for the common good.Beyond his impressive clinical work, Dr. Suarez is a dedicated mentor and educator. He champions collaborative learning initiatives across the Texas Medical Center, fostering an environment where medical professionals can continuously grow and innovate, ultimately benefiting those they serve. Dr. Suarez is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Fibrosis, Cardiogenic Shock, Mediastinitis, Lung Transplant, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Suarez is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Suarez is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Alexis Shafii is a cardiothoracic surgeon with expertise in thoracic transplantation and adult cardiac surgery. His clinical focus includes thoracic organ failure, heart and lung transplantation as well as implantation of mechanical circulatory support devices. He is the surgical director of the heart transplant program at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center, and previously directed transplant programs at major medical centers in Dallas and Kentucky.Dr. Shafii also treats adult acquired cardiac diseases, including coronary artery disease, heart valve disease, and aortic pathologies. His research efforts focus on heart and lung transplantation, ventricular assist devices, and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). Dr. Shafii is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Myocardial Contusion, Cardiogenic Shock, Lung Transplant, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Shafii is currently accepting new patients.

Christine O'Mahony, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Christine O'Mahony specializes in Surgery and works at BCM Surgery - Transplant. To make an appointment, please call (832) 355-1400. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. O'mahony is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Renal Vein Thrombosis, Kidney Transplant, and Liver Transplant. Dr. O'mahony is currently accepting new patients.

Nhu Galvan, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Nhu Galvan specializes in Surgery and works at Baylor College of Medicine-Surgery and Transplant. To make an appointment, please call (832) 355-1400. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Galvan is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Cranioectodermal Dysplasia, Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Kidney Transplant, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Galvan is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Joseph S. Galati is an expert in liver disease, with over 33 years of experience and leadership in the field of liver disease and liver transplantation. A leader in clinical care, research, and education, Dr. Galati has been at the forefront of liver disease care for over three decades.Dr. Galati is native of Long Island, New York. He received his undergraduate degree at Syracuse University and attended St. George's University School of Medicine.Following medical school, Dr. Galati was an Intern and Resident in Internal Medicine at State University of New York Health Science Center-Brooklyn (formerly Downstate Medical Center)/Kings County Hospital Center, one of the premier teaching hospitals in the country. He remained an additional year in the department to assume responsibilities as the Chief Medical Resident in the Department of Medicine. Wanting to pursue further training and expertise in Liver Disease/Transplant Medicine, Dr. Galati left New York City for Omaha, Nebraska. He performed his fellowship training in Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Transplant Hepatology at University of Nebraska Medical Center. University of Nebraska Medical Center is a world renowned liver program, and today remains one of the finest in the country. During Dr. Galati’s training there, he participated in a number of research studies looking at the gastrointestinal complications of liver disease and cirrhosis. Dr. Galati is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Liver Failure, Hepatitis C, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Galati is board certified in Hepatology and Gastroenterology. Dr. Galati is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Victor Machicao earned his medical degree in 1993 from the Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Medical School in Lima (Peru). He completed his Internal Medicine Residency at Cleveland Clinic Foundation, followed by both a Gastroenterology Fellowship and a Hepatology and Liver Transplantation Fellowship at Mayo Clinic, where he graduated as an Instructor in Medicine. Upon completion of his training he became Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Florida in Gainesville from 2003 to 2009. He joined our Gastroenterology Division in 2009. He is currently Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and Medical Director of Memorial Hermann Liver Transplant Program. Dr. Machicao is Board Certified in Gastroenterology and Hepatology and Liver Transplantation by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr Machicao has been active in various national and regional gastroenterology societies. He has been an active member since graduation of the American Association for the Study of Liver Disease (AASLD), and has served in the Executive Committee at the Texas Transplantation Society where he been Liver Councilor since 2011. Dr Machicao is also an Active Member of the United Network for Organ Sharing, serving at the Region 4 Liver Review Board. He heads the weekly Hepatobiliary Tumor Board at Memorial Hermann Hospital and is a member of the Hepatocellular Carcinoma Interdisciplinary Research group at the Texas Medical Center. Dr. Machicao has more than 20 publications at national and international peer-reviewed Journals and book chapters in the field of Hepatology and Liver Transplantation. His areas of expertise include hepatocellular carcinoma, complications of cirrhosis particularly cirrhotic cardiomyopathy, and the medical management of the liver transplant recipient, with a special interest in the management of viral hepatitis after solid organ transplantation. Dr Machicao has been a dedicated teacher during his career, and has been the coordinator of the Inpatient Hepatology Service at Memorial Hermann Hospital/Texas Medical Center supervising the training of our Fellows, Resident and Medical Students. He has been the recipient of both the Excellence in Teaching Award while at the University of Florida in 2008, and the Dean’s Teaching Excellence Award, at the University of Texas HSC at Houston in 2011, attesting his commitment to Education. Dr. Machicao is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Visceromegaly, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Machicao is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Igor Gregoric earned his medical degree from the University of Ljubljana, Slovenia, where he also finished an internship. He completed a residency in general surgery at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston), followed by a second residency in cardiothoracic surgery and a fellowship in cardiovascular surgery at the Texas Heart Institute. Dr. Gregoric, who is board-certified in thoracic surgery, specializes in cardiothoracic and vascular surgery, mechanical circulatory support and transplantation. His clinical interests include advanced heart failure, structural heart disease, heart transplantation, mechanical circulatory support (acute and chronic), surgical treatment of advanced heart failure, minimally invasive and robotic cardiothoracic surgery, TAVR (transcatheter aortic valve replacement), arrhythmia surgery and pulmonary embolectomy surgery. He has practiced in the Houston area since 2000. A fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC), Dr. Gregoric is also a member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons, American Association for Thoracic Surgery, American Society of Artificial Internal Organs and International Society of Heart and Lung Transplantation. He has published more than 400 original articles in medical journals and authored numerous book chapters. Dr. Gregoric is on the faculty of McGovern School of Medicine and serves as chief of the surgical division of the Center for Advanced Cardiopulmonary Therapies and Transplantations. Dr. Gregoric is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Ventricular Septal Defects, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Heart Transplant, and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Gregoric is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Mark Hobeika earned his medical degree at Virginia Commonwealth University. He completed his internship and residency in general surgery at New York University School of Medicine and a fellowship in transplant surgery at the University of California, San Francisco. Board certified in surgery, Dr. Hobeika sees both adult and pediatric patients. His primary clinical interests are liver transplantation, kidney transplantation and pancreas transplantation, and he has specific expertise in advanced organ preservation technologies and liver transplantation using organs from donation after circulatory death (DCD) donors. Dr. Hobeika is part of a team of multidisciplinary professionals working to provide outstanding care for patients with advanced organ disease in need of transplantation. Patients particularly value his communication and commitment to reducing barriers to transplantation. He currently heads the Division of Abdominal Organ Transplantation at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston and serves as Director of Abdominal Organ Transplantation at the Memorial Hermann Transplant Institute. A member of the American Society of Transplant Surgeons and International Liver Transplant Society, Dr. Hobeika is past chair of the ASTS Surgical Skills Committee and co-founder of the ASTS surgical skills continuing professional development program. He continues working to expand donor organ utilization through research, policy development and education. A resident of the Medical Center area, Dr. Hobeika is married and the father of two boys. Outside of his practice, he belongs to the F3Houston men's workout group and enjoys cooking and fishing. Dr. Hobeika is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Enlarged Liver, Visceromegaly, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Hobeika is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Tugrul Purnak is an assistant professor of medicine in the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at McGovern Medical School. He earned his medical degree from Ankara University in Ankara, Turkey. He then completed an internal medicine residency at Hacettepe University Medical School in Ankara and a fellowship in gastroenterology at Ankara Numune Education and Research Hospital. Board certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology, Dr. Purnak sees adult patients for a variety of digestive and liver disorders. After receiving additional training in endoscopic retrograde holangiopancreatography (ERCP) at Indiana University Medical School in Indianapolis, Dr. Purnak developed and refined his interest in the evaluation and management of liver disorders. He has a special interest in autoimmune disorders, specifically autoimmune hepatitis and autoimmune biliary diseases such as primary biliary cholangiopathy and chronic sclerosing cholangitis. Dr. Purnak’s research interests lie in the medical management and diagnosis of patients with these and other chronic liver disorders, and he is a key faculty member of the transplant hepatology service. He is an active participant in multiple gastroenterological societies and has been involved in various leadership roles during his medical education and training. Dr. Purnak is currently a fellow of the European Board of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. Dr. Purnak is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Autoimmune Hepatitis, Hepatitis, Primary Biliary Cholangitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Purnak is currently accepting new patients.

Tzu-Hao Lee, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Tzu-Hao Lee specializes in Gastroenterology and works at BCM Baylor College of Medicine Abdominal Transplant. To make an appointment, please call (832) 355-1400. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Lee is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Jaundice, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

Akshata Moghe is a Gastroenterologist and a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Moghe is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Porphyria, Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP), Hepatitis, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Moghe is currently accepting new patients.

Bhamidipati Murthy, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Bhamidipati Murthy specializes in Nephrology (Kidney) and works at BCM Medicine - Nephrology. To make an appointment, please call (832) 355-1400. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Murthy is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Lupus Nephritis, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Murthy is currently accepting new patients.

Justin Segraves, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Justin Segraves specializes in Pulmonary Disease and works at BCM - St. Luke's Medical Center - Lung Transplant Team. To make an appointment, please call (832) 355-2285. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Segraves is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arteriovenous Malformation, Sclerosing Cholangitis, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Lung Transplant, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Segraves is currently accepting new patients.

Stephanie Yi is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Yi is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Liver Failure, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Yi is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Mankidy's specific area of interest is the ICU management of patients on mechanical circulatory support, ECMO , Post cardiac surgery and transplant. He is interested in clinical research and developing advanced quality improvement initiatives to improve outcome in this patient population. Professional Interests: Mechanical Circulatory Support ECMO Interventional Pulmonology Lung Transplantation Difficult Airway Management Bedside Critical Care Ultrasound. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleural Effusion, Lung Nodules, Pulmonary Nocardiosis, Lung Transplant, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Mankidy is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Abdussalam Elsenousi is a cardiothoracic and transplant surgeon who specializes in advanced heart and lung failure and mechanical circulatory support. Dr. Elsenousi completed his Cardiovascular Surgery Fellowship at Texas Heart Institute in 2018. He joins the faculty of Baylor College of Medicine after completing his Cardiothoracic Transplantation Fellowship in March 2020. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Tumor, Lung Transplant, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Elsenousi is board certified in Texas Medical AssociationAmerican Medical AssociationAmerican Thoracic SocietyInternational Society For Heart And Lung Transplantation. Dr. Elsenousi is currently accepting new patients.

Ashton Connor is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Connor is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Cancer, Liver Failure, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Liver Transplant, and Hepatectomy. Dr. Connor is currently accepting new patients.

Ramiro Fernandez is a Thoracic Surgeon and a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Fernandez is currently accepting new patients.