25 of the Best Transplant Surgeons Near Me

Christine Dobson is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Dobson is board certified in American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board - Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C). Dr. Dobson is currently accepting new patients.

Angelica Rosinski is a Cardiologist and a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Madison, Wisconsin. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Transplant.

Bianca Cooper is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Cooper is board certified in American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), 2021.

Margaret Dorsett, PA, specializes in Transplant Surgery and is located in Charleston, SC. Dr. Dorsett is currently accepting new patients.

Daniel Harrison is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Shawnee, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 9 years. Dr. Harrison is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Advanced Heart Failure And Transplant Cardiology - 2024 , American Board Of Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease - 2023 , and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine - 2020. Dr. Harrison is currently accepting new patients.

Molly Nixon, PA-C, specializes in Blood & Lymphatic Cancer, and Blood & Marrow Transplant and is located in Charleston, SC.

Lori Donahoo, MSN, APRN, PNP, specializes in Pediatric Cancer, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, and Blood & Marrow Transplant and is located in Charleston, SC.

Jorge Mascaro was born in Chile from Chilean parents. He was educated in Chile at the German School in Santiago and studied Medicine at the Universidad de Chile Medical School, graduating with distinction in 1984. He went on to complete a residency in general surgery and in 1990 started residency in Cardiac Surgery in London UK. He returned to Chile in 1993 where he developed a Lung and Heart Transplant Unit. In 2004 he was appointed as the consultant cardiac surgeon at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham. He has held leadership positions including Director of Heart and Lung Transplant, Director of Mechanical Circulatory Support and Head of Complex Aortic Services. Dr. Mascaro has been performing advanced cardiac procedures and lung transplantation for nearly 30 years. He serves as Surgical Director of the Adult Lung Transplantation, Adult Heart Transplantation and the Ventricular Assist Devices (VAD) Program for the Froedtert & MCW health network. Dr. Mascaro continues to be an active athlete with achievement in competitive athletics and skiing. More recently he has participated in competitive triathlons, including Ironman racing. Dr. Mascaro is currently accepting new patients.

Renee Churchill, NP, is a UW Health nurse practitioner specializing in advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology.From preoperative visits to postoperative support, Renee cares for patients throughout their heart transplant journey. She evaluates those with end-stage heart failure for a transplant or advanced therapy. She also assists in administering drug therapies to minimize organ rejection before and after surgery.Dedicated to helping people get back to happy and fulfilling lives, Renee partners with patients to navigate the transplant process. She strives to alleviate her patients’ stress through open communication and shared decision-making. She collaborates with a team of specialists to ensure that her patients receive high-quality care in line with their goals.In addition to her clinical work, Renee participates in research trials that seek to improve patients’ symptoms during heart failure management therapies.In her free time, Renee enjoys running marathons.I strive to meet patients where they are and support them on their journey. I look forward to seeing them thrive after transplant. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Transplant.

Ashley Choudoir, NP, is a UW Health nurse practitioner who specializes in transplant medicine and post-operative care.Ashley provides care for people in the hospital who have had transplant surgery involving the kidneys, liver, pancreas or other organs. She also has experience caring for patients after general, orthopedic and trauma surgery.Ashley understands the unique needs of patients recovering from transplant surgery and other medical procedures. With compassion and skill, she provides personalized care to meet their individual needs.I thoroughly enjoy working with transplant patients, helping them recover and get back to the things they enjoy most in life. Her clinical expertise encompasses Liver Transplant, Kidney Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

Melody spent years at the bedside working with patients in the areas of renal transplant, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, and infectious diseases prior to obtaining her advanced degree and certification as a nurse practitioner. She spent time working with a highly skilled team of physicians in infectious disease before moving on to her role in transplant nephrology. She believes in providing patient-centered and holistic care to her patients that aims to fulfil each individuals potential and goals for their healthcare. Her clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Urinary Incontinence, and Dementia. Dr. Lough is board certified in American Nurses Credentialing Center and American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board. Dr. Lough is currently accepting new patients.

Lindsay is an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner from Charleston, South Carolina. She graduated from Charleston Southern University (CSU) with her BSN and began her career as a cardiac step-down nurse, where she discovered her passion for heart failure. Her professional journey led her to work as a CVICU nurse and a member of the rapid response team, providing critical care to patients in need. Following this, she embraced the opportunity to travel nurse, gaining diverse experiences across various healthcare settings.

Erica Parish is a Nurse Practitioner specialist and a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. She has been practicing medicine for over 5 years.

Jill Christie, PA, is a UW Health physician assistant at UW Health who specializes in abdominal organ transplant medicine.As an inpatient hospitalist, Jill provides post-operative care in the hospital setting for patients who have undergone kidney, liver and pancreas transplant surgery. She also provides long-term follow-up care for medical complications that may arise post-surgery.

Lindsey Murphy is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Madison, Wisconsin. Her clinical expertise encompasses Kidney Transplant and Pancreas Transplant.

Elise Kreger, PA, is a UW Health physician assistant specializing in advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology. Elise works in collaboration with a group of advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology providers to care for patients with varying degrees of heart failure. In both the hospital and clinic, she advocates for patients and walks with them throughout each step of their journey.With a calm demeanor, Elise puts people at ease. She listens closely to her patients and works to educate them about their disease. She helps them make informed decisions about their care and the long-term management of their heart condition.Outside of work, Elise enjoys cooking, traveling, listening to podcasts and spending time with her cat.I’m here to advocate for my patients and to help them achieve their goals. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure and Heart Transplant.

Caileigh Sindall is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c..

Mariana Barturen is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. She has been practicing medicine for over 9 years. Dr. Barturen is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Ayman Mukhtar is a board-certified hematologist with Orlando Health Cancer Institute with specific expertise in allogeneic stem cell transplant. He treats patients with leukemia, myelodysplastic disease, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, Hodgkin disease, multiple myeloma, aplastic anemia and amyloidosis. Dr. Mukhtar's specialties also include: Bone marrow transplants (Allogeneic stem cell transplant, haploidentical donor, unrelated donor, autologous stem cell transplant, cord blood transplant) CAR-T cell therapy Immunotherapies for cancer, autoimmune and infectious diseases Bispecific antibodies Extracorporeal photopheresis Clinical trials Dr. Mukhtar aims to advance the field of stem cell transplantation to help cure patients of cancer. He is passionate about patient care and strives to alleviate their pain while leaving them with a smile. Dr. Mukhtar's Training Dr. Mukhtar received his medical training from King Abdulaziz University in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. He completed residencies in hematology at the University of Ottawa in Ontario and in internal medicine at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, along with an allogeneic stem cell transplant fellowship at the University of Toronto in Ontario. About Dr. Mukhtar Dr. Mukhtar is a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine. He has served as an assistant professor in hematology and oncology at the University of Florida in Gainesville. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family, soccer and traveling. Dr. Mukhtar is fluent in English and Arabic. Dr. Mukhtar is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology.

Kallie Bryant is a licensed and board-certified family nurse practitioner with a special interest in Hematology-Oncology. Prior to joining the Bone Marrow Transplant team at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center, Kallie spent five years working at the Sarah Cannon Transplant and Cellular Therapy Program at TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. Her research and clinical interests include stem cell transplant, immunotherapy, transplant survivorship, and nursing professional development.She began her undergraduate studies at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC), graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. After graduation from UNC, Kallie chose to integrate her technical research and analytical skills with her interpersonal skills by pursuing a career in nursing, earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee. Kallie returned to Belmont for her graduate training and recently completed their Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Family Nurse Practitioner program. In addition to her studies, Kallie worked as a graduate teaching assistant, leading lab and clinical instruction for undergraduate nursing students.Outside of the clinic, Kallie enjoys traveling, baking, art, and spending time with her family and friends.

Lisa Hartmayer is a nurse practitioner who cares for patients while they're in the hospital to have kidney or pancreas transplant surgery. She also cares for these patients if they need to be treated in the hospital for an infection or for rejection of their transplanted organ. Hartmayer earned a bachelor's degree in nursing at the University of Connecticut. At UCSF, she earned a master's degree in nursing with a focus on environmental and occupational health. She is a certified clinical transplant nurse. A flautist and tenor saxophonist, Hartmayer has a passion for jazz and funk. Hartmayer, NP is board certified in American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners, Adult Nurse Practitioner.

Siri has decades of healthcare experience, having spent years developing skills in excellent clinical care, multidisciplinary collaboration, strong communication, and comprehensive patient and family education. She is passionate in providing evidence-based care to ensure the best possible outcomes. She partners closely with patients and their significant others to develop tailored care plans, using a collaborative approach to meeting their individual needs so they can reach their fullest potential. Her clinical expertise encompasses Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Cholangitis, and Ascites. Dr. Sherman is board certified in American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board.

Carolyn Firth is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Firth is board certified in Family Nurse Practitioner: American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board, 2010.

Leah Coughlin is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c..

Alexys Hoppman, PA, is a UW Health physician assistant in transplant surgery. She sees people who need kidney, pancreas or liver transplants because their organs do not function properly, usually due to disease or injury. Alexys evaluates patients to make sure they are good candidates for transplant surgery. She ensures they feel well-cared for before and after the procedure.During visits, Alexys treats each person as if they are her family member. She carefully explains what transplant surgery entails so they understand every part of the process. She listens to her patients’ concerns and addresses each one. Alexys believes patients should be a key part of the decision-making process. She helps them create care plans customized for their unique needs.Outside the clinic, Alexys is a two-time finisher of the Ironman Triathlon, which consists of swimming, cycling and running. She enjoys traveling, outdoor activities and spending time with her dog.It’s rewarding to help people who are very sick recover from their transplant surgeries and go on to pursue healthy, productive lives. Her clinical expertise encompasses Liver Transplant, Kidney Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.